Preston Law, established in 1991, stands as one of the largest law firms in regional Queensland, offering comprehensive legal services to individuals, families, businesses, and government entities. With offices in Cairns and Townsville, the firm provides expertise across various practice areas, including family law, personal injury, conveyancing, wills and estates, employment law, business and commercial law, litigation, building and construction, agribusiness, government law, and native title law. This extensive range of services ensures that clients receive tailored legal solutions to meet their specific needs.

With over three decades of experience, Preston Law has built a strong reputation for delivering practical and cost-effective legal advice. The firm's team of local lawyers possesses an in-depth understanding of the regional issues affecting their clients, enabling them to offer insightful and relevant counsel. Their commitment to excellence is reflected in a high success rate of settling disputes out of court and a track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients in complex legal matters.

Client satisfaction is at the core of Preston Law's approach. The firm emphasizes clear communication, personalized service, and a focus on achieving the best possible results for clients. Flexible and transparent fee structures, including fixed fees, deferred payments, and staged payment options, are offered to accommodate various financial situations. This client-centric philosophy has earned Preston Law numerous positive testimonials, highlighting their professionalism, efficiency, and dedication to serving the North Queensland community.

About Preston Law Cairns

Founded in 1991


Practice areas
Family
Lawsuits & Disputes
Employment & Labor
Accidents & Injuries

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Family

Preston Law's family law team, the largest in Cairns, offers expert guidance in divorce, separation, child custody, and property settlements. With over 65 years of combined experience, they have assisted more than 2,800 clients, achieving a 98% success rate in out-of-court settlements. Understanding the emotional and financial challenges of family disputes, they provide payment plans and deferred payment options to ease financial burdens. Their services include property settlements, divorce and separation, child custody arrangements, and prenuptial agreements, all tailored to protect clients' interests and achieve the best possible outcomes.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Lawsuits & Disputes

Preston Law's Litigation and Dispute Resolution team offers comprehensive legal services in contract, property, construction, corporations, and competition and consumer law disputes. With over 75 years of combined experience, they have successfully represented clients ranging from individuals to government entities, achieving a 95% success rate in settling cases out of court. Their approach emphasizes strategic management and alternative dispute resolution to resolve conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Employment & Labor

Preston Law's Employment and Workplace Relations team offers comprehensive legal services to both employers and employees across various industries, including transport, government, construction, mining, retail, tourism, and healthcare. Their expertise encompasses drafting employment contracts, developing workplace policies, handling unfair dismissal claims, managing redundancy and termination processes, addressing discrimination and harassment issues, and conducting workplace investigations. The firm also provides representation in tribunals such as the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission and the Fair Work Commission. With a strong track record, including successfully defending a $100,000 underpaid wages claim and reducing damages in a Workplace Health and Safety Queensland prosecution by more than half, Preston Law delivers practical and timely legal advice tailored to the unique needs of their clients.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Accidents & Injuries

Preston Law's Accidents & Injuries practice area offers comprehensive legal assistance to individuals who have sustained injuries due to workplace incidents, motor vehicle accidents, or public place mishaps. With over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury law and a 99% success rate in settling cases outside of court, their team is committed to securing the maximum compensation for clients efficiently. Operating on a no-win, no-fee basis with no hidden costs, they ensure clients are fully informed about all expenses throughout the claims process. Each case is managed by a dedicated senior lawyer and paralegal, providing personalized service from initial consultation to resolution. Preston Law emphasizes prompt action due to strict time limits on personal injury claims and offers free initial consultations to assess clients' entitlements and obligations.
Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death

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