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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. Outside of the office she loves walking her dog, camping, and working on her fitness.
Jean joined P&E Law as a law clerk in 2019 after completing work experience as part of her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. Jean has recently been admitted as a Solicitor and holds degrees in Law and Arts (extended major: French) from the University of Queensland and has a background working for the State Government.…
Helen joined P&E Law as a law clerk in 2016 after completing an internship through the University of the Sunshine Coast. Helen has completed her law degree and was admitted as a solicitor in February 2019. Helen enjoys the multi-faceted nature of the issues that arise in the planning and environment jurisdiction such as bushfire,…
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 recently returned to Brisbane after working in the Cairns office in Far North Queensland. Renee’s area of expertise is in planning litigation. Renee has a professional and academic background in environmental management and has experience in environmental assessment and reporting. Outside of work, Renee loves sailing, snorkelling, camping, eating Japanese cuisine and watching…
Prior to joining P&E Law, Ryan worked for a native title representative body in Far North Queensland for eight years and also has a broad range of prior experience in administrative, insurance, family, property and commercial law as well as general litigation. Ryan has advised and acted for dozens of Native Title claim groups, Aboriginal…
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 Doyles as a leading…