
John Coleman LLB (Hons)
John Coleman joined Bugden Allen Graham Lawyers in early 2019 as a Solicitor.
Since joining the firm, John has become involved in a wide variety of strata and development matters that the firm handles on a daily basis. He has also gained experience in immigration law and intellectual property. He has developed a keen interest in these areas of law and seeks to keep building his skills.
Prior to commencing his role at Bugden Allen Graham Lawyers, John has worked in a law firm specialising in tax law, plus as an associate in the NSW Local Court. He has also worked in the commercial property and development industry having worked for Raine & Horne Commercial, Impact Developments and LJ Hooker.
John has a keen interest in outdoor activities and keeping fit. If he is not seeking out local running trails, he loves to be at the beach.
John was admitted into the legal profession late 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business Management with a major in Property from the University of New England. John is a Solicitor in our Brisbane office.
- john@bagl.com.au
- +61 7 3905 9260
- +61 403 427 499
- Level 13, Cromwell House, 200 Mary Street, BRISBANE, QLD 4000

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