In our coverage of the upcoming Coercive Control laws in Queensland we have looked at the new offence generally and taken something of a sweep through the potential aspects of domestic violence (as defined only for the purposes of this particular offence). One area the legislation is designed to deal with is the idea of […]
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Elizabeth Main – Partner Elizabeth has extensive experience in criminal defence law, traffic and drink driving law and domestic violence law. A highly regarded advocate, she prides herself on connecting with her clients, providing a non-judgmental and plain-English approach to best assist her clients, whilst tirelessly defending their rights in court. A testament to her
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Samuel Hwang – Partner Samuel is an experienced Criminal Defence lawyer who has successfully represented many clients in crippling situations with different backgrounds. He is well known for his ability to critically assess a case and meticulously implement the best course of action to achieve a desired outcome. This includes charges being downgraded or withdrawn
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Yasmin Elabbasi – Law Clerk Yasmin is currently a full-time student at Southern Cross University studying a Bachelor of Laws. Yasmin is currently working part-time as a Law Clerk whilst completing her studies and is passionate about law. Yasmin is also passionate about women’s rugby league and is currently playing first division with the Tweed
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Peter Gao – Paralegal Peter is currently employed part-time as a Paralegal at TWC Lawyers. He graduated from Griffith University with a Juris Doctor degree in July 2024 and is now pursuing a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at Bond University, aiming for admission as a solicitor to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2025.
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Charlotte Edwards – Law Clerk Charlotte has recently completed a Bachelor of Laws at the University of Southern Queensland. She intends to be admitted as a Solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland in January 2025. Charlotte is employed with the firm as Law Clerk and is working on a full-time basis. She has 5
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Scarlett Rowe – Law Clerk Scarlett graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) in July 2024. Scarlett aims to be admitted as a solicitor to the Supreme Court of Australia in 2025. Scarlett is currently working full-time as a Law Clerk with the firm. Scarlett has 4 years of experience
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A regular sight in Queensland – particularly around Christmas, Friday nights and Taylor Swift concerts – is a series of cars with blue and red flashing lights parked on the road accompanied uniformed members of the Queensland Police Service flagging down motorists as they attempt to get home in order to see if anyone is
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In our overview of the coercive control laws, we touched on a few examples of the new definition of “domestic violence” in relation to coercive control. In this first of two articles, we’ll take a more detailed look at some of the key concepts introduced to define what “domestic violence” is for the purposes of
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While we think the upcoming coercive control laws have some operational issues, it’s important for everyone to understand the potential impact that these laws are going to have. So, in this article we set out the fundamentals of Queensland’s Coercive Control legislation and how the new offence is going to work. When do Coercive Control
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In 2023, the Queensland Government proudly introduced and passed amending legislation designed to criminalise behaviour in intimate personal relationships known as “coercive control”. In doing so it joined a variety of other States around Australia with similar laws. To many, this was a long awaited positive development in the policing of certain types of domestic
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If you’ve been accused of committing a criminal offence in Queensland, nothing says “I didn’t do it” quite so comprehensively as evidence which establishes categorically that you weren’t at the relevant place at the relevant time. This is called an “alibi”, which is a term you’ve probably heard before. Some people are surprised to learn,
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If you unlawfully cause someone’s death, the likely charges that could be laid against you in Queensland are going to be either murder or manslaughter. But what’s the difference between murder and manslaughter? When might you get charged with one or the other, and what are the consequences of each? As you’ll see in this
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The idea of “bail” is part and parcel of criminal law in Queensland. Understanding the circumstances in which bail can, will, or won’t likely be granted is going to be critical if you are ever taken into custody on suspicion of an offence that requires a later Court appearance. In this article, we’re going to
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If you have been charged with an offence, at an early stage you are going to have a decision to make: do you plead guilty or not guilty to the charges levelled at you? Naturally this is a decision you should only make after having a chance to receive legal advice about your specific situation.
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