Admitted to the legal profession in 2009, Drazen brings over a decade of litigation expertise to his role as Special Counsel at McCarthy Durie Lawyers in Brisbane. His practice covers a broad range of complex legal matters, including contract disputes, insolvency (acting for liquidators, directors, and creditors), estate litigation, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, and building disputes.

Drazen has acted for a wide array of clients—from small businesses and high-net-worth individuals to national and international corporations. Known for his strategic thinking and results-driven approach, he has successfully handled high-value, high-stakes cases across multiple jurisdictions. His courtroom experience spans State and Federal Courts and tribunals in Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory.

With a focus on delivering practical, cost-effective legal solutions, Drazen ensures his clients remain fully informed and empowered throughout every stage of their matter.

Examples of Litigation Experience

• Defended a $32+ million claim in the Supreme Court of Queensland involving alleged breaches of a settlement agreement

• Acted for a company defending a $4 million commercial contract claim in Victoria

• Represented a major construction firm in resisting a liquidator’s preferential payment claim in the Supreme Court of Queensland

• Successfully defended Blockbuster franchisees in Victoria facing allegations of franchise agreement breaches

• Represented clients in mortgage recovery disputes with major Australian banks and pursued claims against banks for breaching customer obligations

• Assisted a major French multinational in cross-border debt recovery actions

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws – James Cook University, 2009

Memberships

• Queensland Law Society