David Madsen
Principal Solicitor- QLS ACC SPEC Family Law/ Wills & Estate Law/ Business Law
David Madsen is a Queensland Law Society Accredited Family Law Specialist with over 30 years of experience. His dedication to provide the best service led him to become a Qld Law Society specialist in Family Law, and is recognised as a Senior Specialist who can deal with the most complex and challenging of family law cases. David Madsen brings a wealth of knowledge to the delicate nature of family law issues. Committed to providing compassionate and tailored solutions, he combines his extensive experience, empathy, and a profound understanding of family dynamics. David is also an expert in financial agreements and making them watertight, David has built an exceptional record in managing complex matters with precision and care. While family law remains his primary focus, David’s expertise also extends to business law, criminal law, and estates, allowing him to provide clients with well-rounded legal advice and strategic insight across multiple areas of law.
Lachlan Jones
Senior Associate Solicitor LLB (Hons), GradDipLP(COL), BmedSc, GDipCompConsLaw, MPH
Lachlan Jones is a Senior Associate at Madsen Law, specialising in Family Law, Business Law, Estates Law, Criminal Law, and Domestic Violence matters.
Lachlan also possesses extensive experience and formal qualifications in a range of other legal areas, including Defamation, Consumer and Competition Law, Medical and Public Health Law, Planning and Environment, and Property Law.
He brings a multidisciplinary and strategic approach to legal practice, applying his diverse skills, knowledge, and experience to resolve complex legal issues.
Recognised for his outstanding success rate in complex property matters, Lachlan is highly regarded by both clients and peers as a formidable court advocate.
An accomplished and dedicated professional, Lachlan prides himself on achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients.
Outside of his legal career, Lachlan is passionate about sports and is a skilled pianist, reflecting his commitment, discipline, and creativity both inside and outside the courtroom.
Ebony Barry
Solicitor LLB
Ebony Barry joined the Madsen Law team in 2023 and is a valuable addition to our team. Ebony is friendly and personable but also dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for her clients with a keen ability to draft supportive family law applications, affidavits, court orders, etc. She confidently supports her clients whether it be as the front solicitor or astutely drafting for other solicitors. Ebony is highly organized, easy to talk to, compassionate, a clear thinker and has exceptional writing skills. She combines these skills to be a strong advocate for her clients. Ebony joins us after two successful years as a law clerk and solicitor.
Troy Fischer
Solicitor LLB
Troy Fischer joined our Madsen Law team in Jan 2025 as a Family Lawyer. He has had experience working in the courts as a Legal Case Manager for a Senior Registrar. This allows Troy to brings a practical understanding of how the courts manage a case. Troy is dedicated to guiding clients through life’s important legal decisions with care and expertise. Troy particularly enjoys resolving Parenting matters
Connor Grigg
Paralegal
Connor recently completed his law degree and is currently undertaking his Practical Legal Training, with admission as a Solicitor expected mid-2026. Working closely with David and the wider team, Connor assists with a range of legal tasks and is already making a strong impression. He is a natural legal writer — thoughtful and precise, yet easy to understand — a hallmark of an excellent lawyer. Whatever Connor takes on, he approaches with care and efficiency. With ambitions to become a barrister, he is building a solid foundation in family law and is one to watch.
Gemma Barry
Solicitor LLB
Gemma Barry is a qualified Solicitor specialising in Family Law and Estate Law at Madsen Law. Since joining in 2025, she has quickly established herself as a highly capable lawyer, working alongside Principal Solicitor David Madsen to achieve excellent outcomes for her clients. Gemma handles everything from recovery orders to property settlements, as well as efficient estate administration. Organised, communicative, and genuinely invested in her clients, Gemma's track record speaks for itself — just take a look at her reviews.
Tracie Madsen
Accounts Manager
Tracie is a founding director of Madsen Law and has played a pivotal role in shaping the practice from the ground up. With a background in teaching and years of experience managing the firm's accounts, Tracie brings exceptional organisational ability and a calm, reliable presence to everything she does.
While she has stepped back from her hands-on accounts role, Tracie remains an integral part of the team — you'll find her stepping in wherever she's needed, whether that's at reception, supporting staff, or keeping the practice running smoothly behind the scenes. When you contact Madsen Law, chances are Tracie will be one of the first friendly faces you encounter.
Lachlan Madsen
Practice Manager
Lachlan has been with Madsen Law since 2016, starting in conveyancing before stepping into the Practice Manager role in 2022. In 2026 he also took on accounts management, making him the go-to person for just about anything office-related.Clients have always appreciated his ability to keep them informed and at ease throughout the process. Organised, reliable, and genuinely easy to deal with, Lachlan keeps the firm running smoothly behind the scenes.
Viena Shankar
Receptionist/ Paralegal
Viena is a bright and enthusiastic law student who has recently joined the team at Madsen Law. She is a great listener with a warm, approachable manner. With a genuine interest in Family Law, she has quickly become a valued part of our team. We’re delighted to have Viena with us and look forward to seeing her continue to grow and develop her legal career at Madsen Law.