Paul McHugh

PARTNER

Paul joined Thompson McNichol in 1994 and has extensive experience in property law, business transactions, retirement villages, wills and estate planning.  

In 2011 Paul became a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in Property Law, being one of only three accredited property law specialists on the Sunshine Coast.  Recently Paul was appointed to be on the reference committee advising the State Government on amendments to the Land Sales Act and related property legislation. Paul believes in continual training and study to grow knowledge, broaden experiences and improve skills. 

In 2019 Paul was recognised as a leading Queensland health and aged care lawyer in the Doyles Guide list of Leading Health & Aged Care Lawyers. Paul was the only lawyer based outside the Brisbane CBD recognised.

Outside of work Paul enjoys surfing, mountain biking, rugby and spending time with his wife and three young sons.

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Paul’s Testimonials

What our clients say about Paul

“I was working with Paul McHugh who was excellent to deal with his depth of knowledge and personable approach.”

— IP Civil – Sam Williams

"I would like to thank Paul McHugh and all at Thompson McNichol Solicitors, for providing me their absolute high standard support during my family dispute case. Paul McHugh and the team were very supportive, approachable and flexible throughout my case.  Thus, whenever I wanted to talk or telephone them, they were always available. With an Asian background, they showed me great understanding, empathy, hope and assurances to ease my feeling. I was extremely impressed with their professionalism for handling my case, and ended to a successful result.  I would definitely and gladly recommend, Thompson McNichol Lawyers, especially, Paul McHugh. Thank you all."

— Wowein Scott    

"I have been a client of Paul McHugh's for the last 3-4 years after a recommendation from a long time property developer on the Sunshine Coast. He was obviously very happy with Thompson McNichol's service and I have now experienced the same prompt, professional advice. I congratulate Paul and Neil on their continuing success and I look forward to many more years service from their team."

— Tony Shelley - Shelley Consulting Engineers   

"We were both very pleased with the service provided, from the front door through to Paul. It was a bit of a touchy subject as someone close to me had just died and it prompted us to get the Will done and Paul and staff handled things professionally but with familiar manner which helped us immensely. I left there feeling that no matter what situation arose I would be very comfortable having the Thompson McNichol firm represent us and I feel very confident in Paul's ability but more so his integrity."

— Ashley & Sheila  

“The services we received were specifically tailored to our needs and performed very fast. This was fantastic as the situation we were in required urgent attention and while it was done quickly, Paul produced the document with thorough details which was exactly what we needed.”

— Andrew McMaster (BOG Industries)  

“I want to thank particularly Mr Paul McHugh who was so patient with me, 84 years old, retired, and recently widowed after 61 years of marriage. I have also to congratulate all the staff of Thompson McNichol Lawyers for their cordiality and gentleness.”

— Andre Bruns & Joseph Pons  

“At a most difficult time in my life, Thompson McNichol, through Mr Paul McHugh smoothed the legal and administrative requirements in a most professional manner.”

— Alan William Rudd   

"In this important matter I felt assured by the professional approach, the accurate and prompt correspondence and the reception when we visited the office. Interviews with Paul McHugh were helpful."

— Robert Heathwood  

"My recent experience with Thompson McNichol Lawyers was positive and efficient. The work was delivered punctually  and required minimal rework, keeping costs within budget. Paul was able to answer all of our questions at the time of meeting  and followed through as promised"

— Paul Casley

"I chose Paul McHugh and the team at Thompson McNichol Lawyers to handle my development project due to their great reputation and they were also recommended by a business associate. Information was conveyed to me very clearly in plain English and all tasks were completed in a timely manner. It has been a very positive experience and they really made my job easy I would have no hesitation in referring others and will continue to use them in the future."

— Mark Kratzmann - The Kratzmann GROUP

"We have always used the firm's legal services from the time we settled on the Sunshine Coast in May 1979. Les Thompson sublet part of his Maroochydore office to Love and Partners Chartered Accountants and David was the inaugural manager of that office. He survived that experience and continues to have fond memories of the 3tales both tall and true told around Tommo's office bar. The recent purchase of our new residence was handled very professionally by the firm's staff who provided very clear and timely advice."

— David & Jennifer

“I have worked with Paul McHugh and the team at Thompson McNichol for a number of years - I have always found them prompt 3with their service, well priced and most importantly clear with their advice. Would happily recommend them to family, friends and business colleagues..”

— Matt Richards, Viden Group

“Paul is an expert in his field. His support, guidance and professionalism are second to none. He is always incredibly responsive which is so important when isues are timely. TML is a great company to work with. My experience with Paul will ensure that I will always come back to. I couldn't recommend TML more highly.”

— Jo Sunshine Coast

“We found Paul and Sara easy to talk to and explained and acted upon all of our concerns.”

— John and Maree Crisp

“Paul McHugh is a great lawyer, a very good communicator, you feel a genuine care as a client from Paul, and I believe he's always putting his client’s best interest first.”

— Define Property Agents