Stephanie O’Callaghan

Stephanie is a highly skilled and adaptable legal professional with expertise spanning construction, planning and environment, corporate and commercial law, property, litigation, and body corporate matters. Her diverse skill set enables her to navigate complex legal challenges with precision and strategic insight.

After graduating from high school in 2015, Stephanie earned a Bachelor of Commerce and Laws (BCom, LLB) from Macquarie University in Sydney. She has been actively engaged in the legal industry since 2016, beginning her career in legal support within commercial and debt insolvency practice areas before progressing to litigation roles at leading Sydney law firms. Prior to joining OMB Solicitors, she specialised in property insurance litigation, bringing a wealth of experience to her current practice after relocating to the Gold Coast in early 2024.

Dedicated to professional excellence, Stephanie continuously refines her expertise by collaborating with colleagues across multiple legal disciplines. Her meticulous approach ensures that each client receives tailored, high-quality legal solutions aligned with their unique needs.

Beyond her legal career, Stephanie leads an active lifestyle and enjoys hiking, traveling with her dogs, surfing, and training with friends at local gyms.

• Litigation & Dispute Resolution – Extensive experience in property insurance litigation, intellectual property and copyright disputes, as well as broader commercial litigation.
• Commercial & Corporate Law – Proficient in a wide range of commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, share sales and buybacks, deeds, corporate governance, asset protection, debt insolvency, and various commercial agreements.
• Property & Real Estate Law – In-depth knowledge of property-related disputes, insurance matters, and complex property contracts and transactions.
• Body Corporate Law – Advising and representing bodies corporate in building defect matters, caretaker agreements and variations, enforcement of lot owner responsibilities, and other related issues.
• Construction & Planning Law – Experience in construction, planning, and development legal matters, including preparing council submissions in support of development applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements, and managing contractual obligations and project timelines.

• Legal Strategy & Problem-Solving – Skilled in navigating complex legal challenges with a detail-oriented and strategic approach.
• Client-Centered Advocacy – Dedicated to delivering tailored legal solutions that align with each client’s unique needs.
• Multidisciplinary Expertise – Experienced in working across multiple legal practice areas, offering a well-rounded and comprehensive perspective.
• Ongoing Professional Development – Committed to staying informed on evolving legal frameworks and industry trends to provide the highest level of service.

• University of New South Wales (Partially Completed, Withdrawn in 2025)

  • Master of Taxation

• University of New South Wales (2021)

  • Practical Legal Training

• Macquarie University (2017–2021)

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) & Bachelor of Laws

• Central Coast Grammar School (2015)

  • Higher School Certificate (HSC)

• Solicitor, Supreme Court of New South Wales (2021)
• Solicitor, Supreme Court of Queensland (2024)
• Solicitor, High Court of Australia (2024)
• Member, Liberal Party (2024)
• Member, Master Builders Queensland Association (2025)