Meet the team

John Connellan
John Connellan is a Senior Associate located in our Brisbane office. His commitment to putting people first and providing outstanding professional service makes him a strong advocate for his clients.
Hailing from Ireland, John is a qualified Barrister of Law and mediator with a decade of international experience primarily in plaintiff litigation. A highly competent lawyer, he has handled numerous high value and catastrophic personal injury cases, including those related to road traffic accidents, public liability, medical negligence, sports injuries and workplace incidents.
He strongly aligns with the TSP values of expertise, fairness and compassion. John fights for his clients to obtain fair settlements for those dealing with physical or psychological hardship, and is driven by a desire to guide his clients through what is often a difficult period of their lives with empathy and compassion.
John is also passionate about giving back to the community and is a member of the board for the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland (IASAQ) charity for 2025.
A sports enthusiast, John played inter country Gaelic football in Ireland. Now residing in Brisbane, in his spare time he can be found either playing or watching football, alongside spending time with his wife and daughter.
Milestones, Qualifications & Awards
- Mediators’ Institute of Ireland accredited mediator
- Diploma in Sports Law
Community Roles
- Board member of the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland (IASAQ) for 2025