Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Gold Coast & Brisbane
Astills Lawyers has been delivering exceptional legal services since 1973, combining decades of experience with a commitment to modern legal excellence. Our firm, nationally admitted across Australia, specializes in commercial litigation, property law, banking and securities, family law, and estate planning. With offices in Brisbane and Gold Coast, we pride ourselves on providing timely, precise, and commercially astute legal solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our team of highly experienced practitioners ensures every case receives meticulous attention, leveraging innovative workflow systems to enhance efficiency and client outcomes. We maintain deep expertise in complex areas such as mergers and acquisitions, superannuation law, and dispute resolution, supported by a 24-hour turnaround commitment for urgent matters. Our dedication to transparency, compliance, and client education is reflected in our membership with the Queensland Law Society and a track record of over 1.5 million completed transactions.We operate on a 'today principle,' ensuring immediate action on client instructions while maintaining rigorous adherence to professional standards. This approach has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses seeking reliable legal representation across Queensland and beyond.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Property Conveyancing
Banking Law
Family Law
Estate Planning
Mergers & Acquisitions
Superannuation Law
Wills & Probate
Joint Ventures
Asset Protection
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined legal experience across all Australian jurisdictions.
- Our firm offers 24-hour turnaround times for urgent legal matters.
- We maintain national admission to practice in all Australian states and territories.
- Our innovative workflow systems enhance case management efficiency and client communication.
- We've completed over 1.5 million property transactions since establishment.
Associations and certifications
- Queensland Law Society
What people say
Outstanding service
Helpful team
Recommend
Pleasure to deal with
Timely solutions
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation team resolves complex business disputes in state and federal courts. We provide commercially astute advice for shareholders, directors, and corporations. Our practitioners have extensive experience in dispute resolution strategies that protect client interests while minimizing operational disruption.
Property Conveyancing
We handle all property transactions from residential sales to large-scale developments. Our conveyancing services include contract reviews, title transfers, and settlement coordination. With over 45 years' experience and 1.5 million completed transactions, we ensure legally sound property dealings across Queensland.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning packages protect family assets through tailored wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. We offer basic and comprehensive plans including testamentary trusts that provide tax benefits and asset protection. All plans comply with current succession laws and superannuation regulations.
Family Law
We assist with all family law matters including divorce, child custody, and property settlements. Our approach prioritizes mediation to reduce conflict, but we have experienced litigators for court proceedings. Services include prenuptial agreements, parenting plans, and complex financial dispute resolution.
Banking Law
Our banking practice covers commercial lending, securities, and finance documentation. We advise lenders and borrowers on structured finance arrangements including development loans, mortgage debentures, and debt recovery. Our team ensures compliance with national conduct code requirements for financial institutions.
People
Jessica Doe
VP Engineering
Over 15 years' experience in legal technology implementation, specializing in workflow automation systems that enhance case management efficiency and client communication processes.
John Doe
Founder and CEO
Established the firm in 1973, bringing decades of legal expertise across commercial law and dispute resolution. Oversees strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in complex client matters.
Edward Doe
Creative Director
Leads digital transformation initiatives, developing innovative client communication tools including the firm's proprietary conveyancing tracking application used by thousands of clients nationwide.
Amanda Eniston
CEO
Manages day-to-day operations with focus on service quality and client satisfaction. Implements process improvements that maintain the firm's 24-hour response commitment for urgent legal matters.
Jessica Holmes
CEO
Specializes in corporate governance and compliance frameworks. Ensures all practice areas maintain adherence to professional standards while driving innovation in legal service delivery models.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial litigation, property law, banking and securities, family law, estate planning, and business transactions across Queensland and Australia.
How quickly do you respond to urgent matters?
Our 'today principle' ensures immediate action on urgent instructions, with a 24-hour turnaround commitment for critical legal matters.
Are your services available outside Queensland?
Yes, we're nationally admitted to practice in all Australian states and territories, serving clients across the country through our digital platforms.
What makes your conveyancing service unique?
Our 45+ years' experience, 1.5 million+ transactions, and proprietary tracking app provide unmatched efficiency and transparency in property transactions.
Do you offer estate planning packages?
Yes, we offer Basic and Complete Estate Planning Packages from $3,300 including wills, power of attorney, and testamentary trusts with tax benefits.
How do you handle family law disputes?
We prioritize mediation to reduce conflict, but have experienced litigators for court cases. Services include parenting plans, property settlements, and prenuptial agreements.
