Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Cairns Legal Advisors
Established in 1962, Farrellys Lawyers has served North Queensland with a commitment to practical legal solutions at reasonable costs. Our practice spans commercial law, residential conveyancing, succession planning, and immigration, reflecting our founder's vision of diverse, client-focused service. With expertise in litigation, property transactions, and estate administration, we prioritise clear communication and personal attention. Our team, including principal Clem Taft and migration specialist Nick Taft, handles complex matters across Far North Queensland. We maintain a generalist approach while delivering specialised expertise in commercial property, will drafting, and visa processes.Our legacy includes decades of advising private and business clients on integrated legal and lifestyle solutions. We keep clients informed throughout processes, from property transfers to contested estate resolutions. Our services extend to Thursday Island and regional areas, combining local knowledge with professional rigour. We collaborate with financial planners to ensure tax-effective estate structures and provide accessible will services, including remote execution support.
Services
Immigration Law
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Succession Planning
Estate Administration
Wills & Probate
Business Law
Land Subdivision
Retirement Village Contracts
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- 60+ years serving North Queensland legal needs
- Full-service firm with specialist accreditation holders
- Direct principal involvement in client matters
- Proven expertise in regional commercial transactions
- Integrated estate and tax planning capabilities
Services
Immigration Law
Our migration specialists assist with all Australian visa categories including skilled work visas, family reunification, student permits, and citizenship applications. We help businesses sponsor overseas workers and guide clients through Department of Home Affairs requirements. With decades of experience handling complex migration cases, we ensure compliance while minimising processing delays for individuals and employers.
Residential Conveyancing
We manage complete residential property transactions from contract review to settlement. Our services cover sales, purchases, off-the-plan contracts, and mortgagee sales across Cairns and regional Queensland. The team coordinates with agents, banks, and government authorities while providing regular client updates throughout the conveyancing process.
Succession Planning
Our estate planning includes will drafting, testamentary trusts, and binding death benefit nominations. We help clients structure assets to reduce tax liabilities and prevent family disputes. Services extend to power of attorney creation and administration of deceased estates, including international grant applications.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial leases, business sales, and industrial property transactions. Our services cover retail leases, retirement village contracts, and land subdivision approvals. The team advises on property development opportunities and represents clients in complex commercial real estate matters across North Queensland.
Estate Administration
Our probate specialists assist executors with estate administration, including asset distribution, tax planning, and dispute resolution. We handle contested wills, obtain reseals of foreign grants, and provide guidance on intestacy laws to ensure efficient estate settlement in accordance with Queensland legislation.
People
Clem Taft
Principal Lawyer
Principal of Farrellys Lawyers with LLB and B.Econ qualifications from University of Queensland. Leads the firm's general legal practice, maintaining founder's client-focused approach.
Nick Taft
Lawyer / Migration Agent
Specialises in immigration law with extensive experience in visa applications, including skilled migration, family visas, and citizenship cases for diverse client backgrounds.
Sheridan Rick
Conveyancer
Experienced conveyancing specialist handling residential and commercial property transactions. Provides expert guidance on contract negotiations and settlement processes.
Caleb Campbell
Conveyancer
Manages residential conveyancing matters including property sales, purchases, and mortgagee instructions. Offers direct client support for transfers and off-the-plan contracts.
Questions
What areas of law does Farrellys Lawyers Lawyers specialise in?
We specialise in immigration law, residential and commercial conveyancing, succession planning, wills and estates, business law transactions, and property subdivision across North Queensland.
Can I create a will remotely with Farrellys Lawyers?
Yes, we offer remote will preparation services with detailed signing instructions, ensuring proper legal execution even when visiting our office isn't possible.
Do you handle property transactions for foreign investors?
Yes, our conveyancing team assists international buyers with residential property purchases and related visa requirements in compliance with Australian regulations.
How do you handle contested estates?
We provide expert dispute resolution for contested estates, including validity assessments, beneficiary representation, and strategies to minimise legal costs and family conflict.
Are your legal services available outside Cairns?
Yes, we serve clients across Far North Queensland including Thursday Island, Cape York, and the Tablelands region with both office visits and remote consultations.
