MPS Law was founded by Michael Pagsanjan in 2016.

With the experience of working in both commercial and for-purpose areas, Michael strives to deliver a better service to clients that combines principles learnt from all of his previous experiences. Michael wants to continue to be an agent of change, particularly in relation to the rights of Indigenous People. Michael also wants to make sure that service delivery is consistently of the highest of standards. 

MPS Law has adopted a minimalist approach to what we do so we can cut to what you actually need. 

Since foundation, the team at MPS Law has expanded to better serve our growing client base. 

We don’t know the answer to every issue. In fact, we work within our limitations as a boutique legal and advisory practice. This allows us to work for our clients with unparalleled dedication.

Testimonials

"Widi Mob at all times found Michael knowledgeable and professional in his interaction with claimant members through his compassion and strong respect for our culture and connection to our country."

“Widi Mob at all times found Michael knowledgeable and professional in his interaction with claimant members through his compassion and strong respect for our culture and connection to our country.”

– Shirley McPherson, Native Title Applicant, Widi Mob native title proceedings, August 2017.

“The team at MPS Law have been a pleasure to work with. They took the time to understand my business/industry and were able to quickly draw up an agreement to protect my business.”

“The team at MPS Law have been a pleasure to work with. They took the time to understand my business/industry and were able to quickly draw up an agreement to protect my business.”

– Tim Taylor, Director and Founder, 41 Roses, August 2020

“I found them to be knowledgeable, professional, and committed to seeing the job through, despite the myriad of COVID 19-related distractions that were going on at the same time."

“I found them to be knowledgeable, professional, and committed to seeing the job through, despite the myriad of COVID 19-related distractions that were going on at the same time.”

– Michael Mersiades, Founder, Chatloop, June 2020.

'MPS Law maintained clear and effective communications, were always available and responded promptly to all contact throughout their brief.'

‘MPS Law maintained clear and effective communications, were always available and responded promptly to all contact throughout their brief.’

– Ian Rawlings, Chief Executive Officer, Central Desert Native Title Services Ltd, August 2017.

“MPS Law is an innovative legal service, knowledgeable and understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocol…and is committed to achieving AMYAC’s goals and future endeavours.”

“MPS Law is an innovative legal service, knowledgeable and understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocol…and is committed to achieving AMYAC’s goals and future endeavours.”

-Ian Crombie, Director, Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC, June 2020.

“Thankyou … it was a pleasure for us to work with you, and your generosity was very much appreciated.”

“Thankyou … it was a pleasure for us to work with you, and your generosity was very much appreciated.”

– Valerie Corfield, Director, Fleurieu Folk Festival, May 2020.

"Michael has demonstrated a rare blend of ethical integrity, high competency across the full native title spectrum, commitment to quality outcomes for clients.."

“Michael has demonstrated a rare blend of ethical integrity, high competency across the full native title spectrum, commitment to quality outcomes for clients..”

– Kevin Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Queensland South Native Title Services, December 2017.

“Widi Mob have no hesitation in recommending MPS Law and wish to express our satisfaction in the service we have received that we consider to be of the highest level"

“Widi Mob have no hesitation in recommending MPS Law and wish to express our satisfaction in the service we have received that we consider to be of the highest level”

– Kathleen Pinkerton, Native Title Applicant, Widi Mob native title proceedings, May 2019.

“…it is safe to say that we are impressed with the law firms [sic] effort so far in getting the desired outcome for all Mualgal… you have gained the trust of myself and the greater Mualgal nation.”

“…it is safe to say that we are impressed with the law firms [sic] effort so far in getting the desired outcome for all Mualgal… you have gained the trust of myself and the greater Mualgal nation.”

– Iona Manas, Mualgal RNTBC Chairperson, May 2019.

" MPS Law has shown us patience and respect as we work towards our ambitions to improve community living standards and services, and create opportunity for our young people.”

” MPS Law has shown us patience and respect as we work towards our ambitions to improve community living standards and services, and create opportunity for our young people.”

– Maureen Williams, Director, Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC, July 2020.

“Michael Pagsanjan assisted us with expert advice in the negotiation and execution of a commercial lease. Michael worked alongside us during the negotiations to ensure that we achieved a positive outcome. Importantly, we were able to develop a constructive working relationship with the other party which was a high priority for our ongoing interactions. This type of mediated negotiation, and proactive attitude to resolving issues, was highly effective and was appreciated by everyone involved.” - Catherine Baldwin, Chairperson, Ngutu College Ltd, March 2021.

“Michael Pagsanjan assisted us with expert advice in the negotiation and execution of a commercial lease. Michael worked alongside us during the negotiations to ensure that we achieved a positive outcome. Importantly, we were able to develop a constructive working relationship with the other party which was a high priority for our ongoing interactions. This type of mediated negotiation, and proactive attitude to resolving issues, was highly effective and was appreciated by everyone involved.”

– Catherine Baldwin, Chairperson, Ngutu College Ltd, March 2021.

‘MPS Law are a very dependable and efficient service.  Kai [Sinor] as an individual  lawyer assigned to our case, understood the complexities of the NDIS and he constantly remains informed of best practice.  Kai expresses a willingness to guide service providers to be legally prepare [and] has a passion for understanding the complexities  of the NDIS.  Kai was generous in his time and very patient.  Thank you so much.’ - Karl Jenkins, Managing Director, Easy iCare, March 2021

‘MPS Law are a very dependable and efficient service.  Kai [Sinor] as an individual  lawyer assigned to our case, understood the complexities of the NDIS and he constantly remains informed of best practice.  Kai expresses a willingness to guide service providers to be legally prepare [and] has a passion for understanding the complexities  of the NDIS.  Kai was generous in his time and very patient.  Thank you so much.’

– Karl Jenkins, Managing Director, Easy iCare, March 2021

"It is rare to find a law firm that understands so well the context of Aboriginal corporations. MPS' advice was high quality, succinct, in plain English and practical for us to implement. Their staff were responsive and inspired great confidence." - Anna Moulton CEO Magabala Books, April 2021

“It is rare to find a law firm that understands so well the context of Aboriginal corporations. MPS’ advice was high quality, succinct, in plain English and practical for us to implement. Their staff were responsive and inspired great confidence.”

– Anna Moulton CEO Magabala Books, April 2021


"Widi Mob at all times found Michael knowledgeable and professional in his interaction with claimant members through his compassion and strong respect for our culture and connection to our country."

“The team at MPS Law have been a pleasure to work with. They took the time to understand my business/industry and were able to quickly draw up an agreement to protect my business.”

“I found them to be knowledgeable, professional, and committed to seeing the job through, despite the myriad of COVID 19-related distractions that were going on at the same time."

'MPS Law maintained clear and effective communications, were always available and responded promptly to all contact throughout their brief.'

“MPS Law is an innovative legal service, knowledgeable and understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocol…and is committed to achieving AMYAC’s goals and future endeavours.”

“Thankyou … it was a pleasure for us to work with you, and your generosity was very much appreciated.”

"Michael has demonstrated a rare blend of ethical integrity, high competency across the full native title spectrum, commitment to quality outcomes for clients.."

“Widi Mob have no hesitation in recommending MPS Law and wish to express our satisfaction in the service we have received that we consider to be of the highest level"

“…it is safe to say that we are impressed with the law firms [sic] effort so far in getting the desired outcome for all Mualgal… you have gained the trust of myself and the greater Mualgal nation.”

" MPS Law has shown us patience and respect as we work towards our ambitions to improve community living standards and services, and create opportunity for our young people.”

“Michael Pagsanjan assisted us with expert advice in the negotiation and execution of a commercial lease. Michael worked alongside us during the negotiations to ensure that we achieved a positive outcome. Importantly, we were able to develop a constructive working relationship with the other party which was a high priority for our ongoing interactions. This type of mediated negotiation, and proactive attitude to resolving issues, was highly effective and was appreciated by everyone involved.” - Catherine Baldwin, Chairperson, Ngutu College Ltd, March 2021.

‘MPS Law are a very dependable and efficient service.  Kai [Sinor] as an individual  lawyer assigned to our case, understood the complexities of the NDIS and he constantly remains informed of best practice.  Kai expresses a willingness to guide service providers to be legally prepare [and] has a passion for understanding the complexities  of the NDIS.  Kai was generous in his time and very patient.  Thank you so much.’ - Karl Jenkins, Managing Director, Easy iCare, March 2021

"It is rare to find a law firm that understands so well the context of Aboriginal corporations. MPS' advice was high quality, succinct, in plain English and practical for us to implement. Their staff were responsive and inspired great confidence." - Anna Moulton CEO Magabala Books, April 2021

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