Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Brisbane
Hodgson Lawyers is a family-owned boutique law firm serving South East Queensland with over 20 years of experience. Our team of hand-picked legal professionals provides compassionate and honest support across family law, criminal law, traffic offences, conveyancing, and estate management. We prioritise ethical practices, transparency, and client education, ensuring clients understand their legal journey at every step.Our principal solicitor, John OByrne, leads a team committed to removing confusion from legal processes while delivering tailored solutions. With offices in New Farm, Goodna, and Redcliffe, we offer free initial consultations to discuss cases, outline options, and provide clear cost structures. Our focus remains on achieving the best possible outcomes through professional guidance and personalised service.
Services
Family Law
Criminal Law
Traffic Offences
Conveyancing
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Estate Management
Domestic Violence Matters
Parenting Matters
Appeals
Child Safety Cases
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of Queensland legal system experience
- Our small team specialises in family, criminal, and traffic law
- We prioritise clear communication without legal jargon
- We respond promptly to client calls and emails
- We combine ethical practice with practical legal solutions
What people say
Prompt and easy to deal with
Highly professional and courteous
Well-priced and understanding
Knowledgeable and empathetic
Excellent outcome achieved
Services
Family Law
We specialise in family law matters including divorce, parenting arrangements, and property settlements. Our empathetic team provides clear guidance through court proceedings and mediation. With extensive experience in Queensland's legal system, we prioritise clients' needs while maintaining professional representation to achieve fair outcomes.
Criminal Law
Our criminal law services cover assault, drug charges, and serious offences. We offer strategic defence representation with a focus on protecting clients' rights. The team's deep understanding of Queensland's complex legal framework ensures thorough case preparation and effective courtroom advocacy for favourable outcomes.
Traffic Offences
We handle drink driving, speeding, and licence matters with practical legal solutions. Our representation aims to minimise penalties while explaining consequences clearly. We guide clients through court processes and work to protect their driving records through strategic legal approaches.
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing services ensure smooth property transactions with attention to legal compliance. We manage contracts, settlements, and title transfers while protecting clients' interests. The team provides clear explanations of documentation and processes involved in Queensland property transactions.
Wills & Powers of Attorney
We create legally sound wills and power of attorney documents tailored to individual needs. Our services include asset protection strategies and guidance on enduring powers. We ensure clients' wishes are clearly documented while complying with Queensland legal requirements for estate management.
People
John OByrne
Principal Solicitor
With over 20 years of Queensland legal experience, John OByrne founded Hodgson Lawyers to provide ethical, client-focused representation. He specialises in complex legal matters while maintaining a commitment to clear communication and accessible legal solutions for all clients.
Questions
How do I book a free legal consultation?
Complete our online form to access our lawyers' calendar and select a convenient appointment time for your obligation-free 20-minute consultation.
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on family law, criminal law, traffic offences, conveyancing, and estate management, with experienced solicitors handling each specialisation across South East Queensland.
Are your legal fees transparent?
Yes, we provide clear cost structures upfront during consultations, with clients reporting our fees as reasonable relative to the quality of service delivered.
Do you operate outside Brisbane?
We service most South East Queensland regions from offices in New Farm, Goodna, and Redcliffe, with additional appointments available in Brisbane CBD.
How do you handle complex legal cases?
Our approach combines over 20 years of Queensland legal experience with plain-language explanations, ensuring clients understand their options while we manage case complexities.
