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The QLD Law Group is totally focused and committed to giving you simply the best legal service. You deserve nothing less.
The QLD Law Group will give you clear and concise advice and help at all times. You will never be in doubt or confused about a thing.
The QLD Law Group will work with you every step of the way, doing everything it can to make the process easy and stress free.
The QLD Law Group will give you practical, proactive legal advice. Everything the QLD Law Group does for you will be based on common sense.
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Under the CTP insurance scheme in Queensland, motorists have rights to recover damages for incidents that occur on our roads. These incidents may be in cars, trucks, buses, or on motorbikes, bicycles, motorised devices, or even as pedestrians. The QLD Law Group can help you understand your rights.
Employers have an obligation to keep their employees safe and incident free in the workplace. When this doesn’t occur, workers have rights under the legal system. These rights are in place to safeguard the workers future, and offer some assistance while they recover. It’s important to always discuss these rights with a Lawyer before signing any offers.
Queensland law recognises the right of an individual to recover damages where those damages have been caused by the act of another. Compensation law includes motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, medical negligence and public/product liability.
The QLD Law Group is a team of highly skilled lawyers that can provide you with compassionate family law advice. This area of law includes Wills and Estates, employment law, finance and securities.
Business today is a minefield of legislation and obligations. At the QLD Law Group we have the experience and knowledge to navigate you through these challenges allowing you to get on with what you do best, your business.
Property Law is more than just buying and selling houses. It also includes commercial properties, leases, gifts under wills, government acquisitions, court-ordered transfers after bankruptcy or liquidation, or transfers from marriage break ups.
At the QLD Law Group, you will receive lawyers with a wealth of experience that actually care about you and your matter. We pride ourselves in providing clear advice and constructive solutions for our clients.
Dealing in foreign jurisdictions can be extremely tricky, confusing and expensive for the inexperienced. The QLD Law Group, as a member of Lawyers Associated Worldwide, has access to over 100 independent law firms located in over 50 countries.
We are proud to have been the innovators in the client communication app space, providing our valued clients the opportunity to review their progress and communicate easily with us.
If you are a current client in our compensation team, please get in touch with your solicitor to gain access to the app.
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The QLG App is free to download from any Apple or Android app store. You will receive a text message from QLD Law Group providing you with a link and one time password to download the app. Currently this app is only for motor vehicle clients.
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Group General Manager
Graeme McFadyen, joined the QLD Law Group in late 2023 and is a distinguished leader with over two decades of experience in shaping the Brisbane legal landscape. Armed with a Bachelor of Economics and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Sydney, Graeme has been a driving force in legal practices, leveraging his extensive financial skills honed during 11 years at Price Waterhouse.
Throughout his career, Graeme's leadership mantra has revolved around Culture, Strategy, and Execution. Graeme’s leadership journey is marked by a commitment to integrity, respect, strategic thinking and positive cultural impact. Graeme aspires to provide the same level of professional support to QLG as his good friend of 22 years, Peter Scanlan.
Property, Business/Commercial Law, Wills and Estates, and Family Law
simonpattison@qldlawgroup.com.au
Simon was a partner in another medium sized legal practice in the city and for the four years prior to joining QLD Law Group, he had been operating as a sole practitioner.
Simon is unusual in the sphere of Family Law as he is from a Commercial Law background.
As such he brings a realistic and solution focused approach to Family Law matters. Simon is very approachable and happy to discuss any issues you may have in this area.
Family
annettecussens@qldlawgroup.com.au
Annette joined the QLD Law Group in 2022 and specialises in Family Law.
Annette graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and obtained her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice in 2018 and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2019. She has previously worked in Financial Services Recovery for 16 years before moving into Family Law.
Annette is a passionate Rugby Union supporter and has been an active member of her son’s Rugby team for the past three years.
Compensation, Property and Estates
chrisgreen@qldlawgroup.com.au
Chris is the Managing Solicitor of the Burpengary and Woodford Offices of Qld Law Group.
He heads a multi disciplinary team that offers “across the board” services including Compensation, the buying and selling of real estate and businesses, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Leases, Commercial and Criminal matters.
Chris has practised extensively in those areas, is accessible to clients at their need and is able to offer straight forward and to the point advice, specifically, with an eye to a sensible outcome.
Away from the office Chris likes spending time with his family and indulging in his passions of fishing and four wheel driving. He claims to be the best fisherman on the Northern Peninsula but can you believe someone who is a lawyer and a fisherman!
Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Insolvency and Estates
paulsayer@qldlawgroup.com.au
Paul holds degrees in Arts and Law from the University of Queensland and has practised as a solicitor since 1972.
To his position as consultant at QLD Law Group, Paul brings many years’ experience in the field of litigation. He also has a particular interest in insolvency and in the administration of deceased estates.
Paul is a member of the Queensland Law Society’s Insolvency Committee and the Brisbane chapter of the Insolvency and Reconstruction Committee of the Business Law Section of the Law Council of Australia. He has been a member of the Supreme Court Library Committee’s Collection Sub-Committee since 1994 and was a member Supreme Court History Program Sub-Committee from 2002 to 2017.
Outside the practice of law, Paul was Treasurer of the Brisbane History Group from its formation in 1981 to 1998 and from 2000 to 2017. He was President from 1997 to 1999, and from 2018 to 2020. He has contributed to several collections of the Brisbane History Group’s papers and to three collections of papers published by the Supreme Court Library: Sir Samuel Griffith: The Law and the Constitution (2002), Justice According to Law: A Festschrift for the Honourable Mr Justice B H McPherson CBE (2006) and The Idea of Legal History: A Tribute in Honour of Dr Michael White QC (2014).
Despite the grey hair, Paul is adamant that there is no truth in the rumour that he was actually present at some of the historical events that he writes about.
Motor Vehicle Matters, Business, International Law and Sports Law
petertregenza@qldlawgroup.com.au
Peter holds degrees in Economics and Law and is admitted as a Solicitor to the Supreme Court of Queensland.
He previously practised as a Barrister and has extensive experience in the practice of Criminal Law and, since joining the QLD Law Group, has broadened his knowledge and experience in the field of motor vehicle matters tribunal hearings and other related areas.
In his career, Peter has conducted over 300 criminal trials and over 2,000 pleas of guilty in District and Supreme Courts on behalf of the Crown.
Peter is married with three children and enjoys rugby union, cricket and golf… and strangely the older he gets the better a player he was! Peter is renowned as a rugby union referee for the number of penalties he blows but he swears that has nothing to do with his fitness and stopping the game for a breather!
Compensation, Litigation and Criminal Law
jamestregenza@qldlawgroup.com.au
James holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Queensland University of Technology. He completed his Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2014, having previously worked as a Law Clerk with the firm since 2012.
In his dealings with clients, James is hardworking, organised and passionate about the law. He is focused on providing practical support and advice across a variety of legal areas including Litigation, Compensation, Worker's Rights and Criminal Law.
Group Practice Manager
peterscanlan@qldlawgroup.com.au
Peter is responsible for all the non-legal aspects of our practice. This includes staff, systems, finance, technology and marketing.
Peter and his small administrative team are working constantly to improve the firm’s operational efficiency and therefore provide our clients with a better service.
Peter commenced his career with professional accounting firms and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. He became involved in the management of legal firms while studying law and, as they say, the rest is history.
Peter is qualified as a Solicitor and is well regarded amongst legal administrators, being a Life Member of the Australasian Legal Practice Management Association of which he was the Queensland State President for a number of years and has also, on a number of occasions, chaired the National Conference of the Association.
Now with an adult family, Peter and his wife travel as often as they can.
Business, International Law and Sports Law
stevenjohnson@qldlawgroup.com.au
Steven is the founder of the QLD Law Group and as such has been responsible for the Group growing from humble beginnings to its present position as one of QLD’s best regarded, mid-sized, law firms.
Steven has degrees in Commerce and Law which assist him in his position as the responsible Legal Practitioner Director for the Group’s business transactions and advisory team.
He acts or has acted for international banks, building societies, property developers, resort operators and, just as importantly, literally thousands of everyday people as his clients.
He has successfully guided the Group into the global market. The Group is now heavily involved in business in and out of Australia having the honour of being selected to be the QLD representative office of the prestigious Lawyers Associated Worldwide Group. Steven now serves on the Group’s executive helping guide law firms around the world.
Coming from a sporting background (some may say not a very good one!), Steven represents many high profile QLD Sporting Groups and identities maintaining an active involvement in many sports bodies, notably rugby league and surf lifesaving. He is presently the chairman of the mighty Llewellyn Motors Ipswich Jets, the Arthur Beetson Foundation and the Western Corridor NRL Bid and the International Director of the Hawaiian Rugby League to keep him busy in his spare time.
Compensation Law
shannonsmitheckman@qldlawgroup.com.au
Shannon Smith-Eckman joined the QLD Law Group team in 2023 as a Solicitor, bringing with her a background in compensation law and workers’ rights.
Shannon was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2021 after graduating from the Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelors of Laws (Honors) and Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. In addition to her law degree, Shannon also holds a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Occupational Therapy. She finds that her understanding of rehabilitation works hand in hand with her clients pathway to compensation and rebuilding.
Shannon is originally from Canada and started her time in Australia in 2004 when she lived in Mackay. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her three kids.
Compensation Law, Wills and Estates, Criminal and Civil Law
AymishKhushal@qldlawgroup.com.au
Aymish joined QLD Law Group in 2021, and comes with a wealth of experience in the areas of Family Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal and Compensation Law.
He holds Bachelor’s degrees in Laws and Science, majoring in Microbiology and Infectious diseases. In addition to these qualifications Aymish also completed a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland, and High Court of Australia in 2016.
As an avid aviator, Aymish holds a Commercial Pilot's Licence and enjoys flying light aircraft, playing golf and going camping in his spare time.
Aymish currently practices out of the Springwood office, in the areas of Compensation Law, Wills and Estates, Criminal and Civil law.
Compensation Law and Worker’s Rights.
ClaudiaCramond@qldlawgroup.com.au
Claudia joined the QLD Law Group in 2020 as a Law Clerk. Having graduated, she is now working as a solicitor in the Brisbane office with a background specialising in Compensation Law and Worker’s Rights.
Claudia graduated with a Bachelor's degrees in Laws (Honors) and Business (Marketing) from the Queensland University of Technology. She obtained her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2022.
Claudia is a member of the Queensland Law Society and has previously worked with Community Legal Centres specialising in Domestic Violence.
Her hobbies include horse riding, travelling and gardening. She is also a passionate Geelong Cats AFL supporter.
Compensation Law
trantruong@qldlawgroup.com.au
Tran joined the QLD Law Group team in 2023 and brings with her with a wealth of experience, spanning 15 years, in Compensation Law. Tran is passionate about seeking just compensation and rehabilitation for her clients, to assist them in moving forward after their unfortunate incidents.
She holds Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business (International Business) from the Queensland University of Technology. Tran completed her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice in 2008 and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in the same year.
Away from work, Tran enjoys spending time with her young family and travelling.
Compliance Team Manager
stephaniebarbeler@qldlawgroup.com.au
Steph joined QLD Law Group in July 2022 working within the Compliance Team, before transitioning to Compliance Team Leader in 2023. Steph is currently studying Individual Support in the Disability Sector. She has a background in hospitality and customer service. Outside of work, Steph enjoys spending time with her family, crafting and playing with her dog.
kirstysteen@qldlawgroup.com.au
Kirsty has extensive experience in dealing with residential conveyancing. Kirsty resides in the southern suburbs so is well informed about the local area. Kirsty is able to efficiently manage the very important transaction of buying or selling your property be it:
So whether you are buying or selling or a developer, Kirsty can bring her extensive experience to assist you.
Compensation Law
RyanO'Sullivan@qldlawgroup.com.au
Ryan began working with the QLD Law Group in 2019 as a Paralegal in the compensation team. Prior to 2019, Ryan has worked with other prominent compensation firms specialising in compensation law. Ryan enjoys working in this specific area of law and finds it rewarding providing clients with access to rehabilitation and compensation. Ryan has completed a Bachelor of Business and is furthering his expertise by studying a Bachelor of Law commencing 2020.
Outside the office, Ryan is a keen basketball fan and player, and enjoys spending time with friends and family on the weekends.
Compensation Law
kateeasley@qldlawgroup.com.au
Kate holds a Bachelor of Laws and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2020. She previously worked with QLD Law Group as a conveyancer, before making the move to solicitor. Kate is currently working in Compensation Law, however she also has an interest in Succession and Estate Law, Property Law and Family Law and is committed to applying trauma-informed approaches to her work.
Outside of work, Kate’s hobbies include long-distance running, binge watching the latest TV shows and reading books on psychology.
