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Georgia has recently completed a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science at the University of the Sunshine Coast, majoring in ecology in her science degree. Georgia’s honours thesis for her law degree involved an examination of law and the environment. Georgia has gained valuable experience with the firm during the last year as an…
Fiona was admitted to practice in 2020 and has experience in litigation, criminal law, traffic and family law. Fiona’s previous careers include teaching English in Japan and as a Qantas and Australian Airlines flight attendant. Fiona prides herself on her professionalism, attention to detail and excellent communication skills which she has developed over her career.…
Caeli has extensive experience acting for developers, builders, government departments and parties affected by development in all aspects of planning and environment law. Caeli is an experienced litigator with excellent skills in negotiation and dispute resolution. He has gained indepth knowledge of planning, environment and construction law having worked for the Department of Environment and…
While completing his Bachelor of Laws at Queensland University of Technology, Liam obtained work experience in a range of legal disciplines, including insurance claims, alternative dispute resolution and criminal law. During his work experience in P&E Law’s Cairns office in 2020, Liam became fascinated with planning, environment and native title law, particularly with the benefit…
Alexandra has a wealth of industry knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of the various resource sectors. Alexandra is passionate about helping clients through negotiations and providing informed advice on issues affecting them or their land. Prior to working in the CSG Industry, Alexandra worked in private practice as a Family and Criminal…
Cara came to us as a work placement student in 2019 and prior to that volunteered at the Environmental Defenders Office. Cara is drawn to planning and environment law by her passion for the environment and enjoys being able to play a part in the provision of well-designed and thoughtful developments. Outside of the office…
Raquel’s work includes acting on behalf of landholders to negotiate access and compensation arrangements with mining and coal seam gas proponents in Queensland. Raquel specialises in advising clients on matters relating to Conduct and Compensation Agreements (CCAs), Variations, Deed of Amendments, Make Good Agreements, Alternative Arrangements (Noise Agreements), Settlement Agreements, Pipeline Easements, Contracts of Sale,…
David advises native title claim groups, Aboriginal corporations and land trusts in native title determination applications, land tenure, land use, future acts, cultural heritage and economic development including resource extraction. Doyles have recognised David as a native title rising star in the country. He has always had a keen interest in this area of law…
Renee has a professional and academic background in environmental management and has experience in environmental assessment and reporting. Doyles have recognised Renee as a planning and environment rising star in the country. Renee has worked out of both the Maroochydore and Cairns offices and now heads up the practice in Brisbane specialising in planning and…
Tanya has extensive experience in interpreting and advising on a broad range of planning and development legislation, including the Planning Act 2016 (Qld) (and the superseded planning Acts), the Local Government Act 2009 (Qld), the Building Act 1975 (Qld), the Environmental Protection Act 1994 (Qld), the Environmental Offsets Act 2014 (Qld), the Water Act 2000 (Qld),…
Andrew has a critical legal mind with up-to-the-minute knowledge of this specialised area of law. He provides clients with advice to achieve low risk, high value and timely outcomes. Andrew’s clients include developers, Councils and community interest groups. Andrew provides due diligence advice, assists with problem solving in the course of development applications and conducts appeals…
Matt has more than 20 years experience in legal practice and has represented parties throughout Queensland and interstate. Matt heads up P&E Law’s Coal Seam Gas team. Matt has extensive experience in local, State and Commonwealth planning and environment law including the conduct of Planning and Environment Court, Federal Court and Land Court applications and…
Lestar wants to be more than a “service provider” to his clients and aims to be a trusted legal advisor. The distinction relates to the relationship Lestar prefers to have with his clients. Lestar wants to make a positive difference in the areas in which he practices. He is passionate and considered in his approach.…
Michael has been recognised by Chambers Global as a leading lawyer in native title law, the only Queensland lawyer outside Brisbane with that recognition. Chambers states: “sources describe him as ‘a solid and very experienced practitioner’ who is notably proactive and ‘good to deal with’.” Michael has also been recognised by Doyle’s Guide as a…