Profiles
Justin Levido, Partner LLM
Bachelor of Legal Studies (BLegS) – Macquarie University 1986
Master of Laws (Majoring in Environmental and Local Government Law) (LLM) – Macquarie University 1997.
Areas of Practice:
- Commercial Law
- Environmental Law
- Local Government
- Leasing
- Property Development
- Small Business Law
Direct Phone: 6583 0434
Email: jlevido@dohlaw.com.au
Background:
Justin’s journey to the law was not as direct as others having initially commenced employment as Assistant Town Planner with Greater Cessnock City Council. During 1980 and 1981 Justin undertook through external studies at the University of New England, Armidale, subjects towards obtaining the Degree of Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning.
In 1981 he decided to pursue legal studies and left Council's employment in late 1981.
Justin undertook external studies from Macquarie University, obtaining of the Degree of Bachelor of Legal Studies completing the Degree in June 1986. He received 3 University Prizes in Succession, Business Organisations and Legal Practice.
Justin has developed considerable experience in property, commercial and local government law. He has a very strong reputation as a lawyer with a strong attention to detail. Planning and Environmental Law are a significant part of his skill set.
He commenced employment with the firm, in September 1989 and became a partner in on 1 July 1991. He has since obtained a Masters of Laws Degree (majoring in Environmental and Local Government Law).
Community Involvement:
- 1983 – Cessnock Young Citizen of the Year Award
- Past President Apex Club of Port Macquarie Inc
- 1994 – Runner up in Apex State Public Speaking Finals at Darling Harbour Sydney
- Past Member of Apex Club of Port Macquarie Inc
- Past Chairman of St Agnes Catholic Parish Pastoral Council
- President of Mid North Coast Life Education Centre
- Past President Mid North Coast Regional Law Society
- Charter Member of Rotary Club of Port Macquarie Sunrise
- President of Rotary Club of Port Macquarie Sunrise 2003/2004
Interests:
- Politics
- Reading
- Modern History