Business Details
Trusted Legal Solutions in Brisbane & Gold Coast
Stone Group is a leading commercial, litigation, and family law firm based in Southport on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Established to pursue the legal and commercial interests of clients, we have grown to become one of Queensland's fastest-growing law firms, known for delivering high-quality outcomes. Our team specialises in five key areas: Employment Law, Business Law, Property Law, Franchising Law, and Migration Law, ensuring tailored advice for each client's unique circumstances. With a commitment to excellence, we combine extensive legal knowledge with practical commercial insights to provide strategic solutions.Our lawyers maintain up-to-date expertise through regular continuing education and collaborate with industry-leading barristers when required. We prioritise client needs through accessible, timely service, leveraging cutting-edge technology to ensure data security and operational efficiency. Our firm actively reduces its environmental impact through sustainable practices while maintaining cost-effective billing structures that reflect our broad experience and commitment to quality.
Services
Employment Law
Business Law
Property Law
Franchising Law
Family Law
Corporate Law
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined experience in Queensland's legal landscape.
- Our team includes specialists in employment, business, property, and family law.
- We utilise cutting-edge technology for secure, efficient legal processes.
- We prioritise client accessibility with flexible consultation options.
- We maintain rigorous continuing education to ensure up-to-date legal expertise.
What people say
Attentive and vigilant
Excellent professional knowledge
Highly recommend
Prompt service
Impeccable credentials
Services
Employment Law
Stone Group provide expert employment law services covering contracts, unfair dismissal, workplace disputes, and compliance. Our Gold Coast team offers strategic guidance for employers and employees, ensuring rights are protected through negotiation or litigation. With a focus on local workplace dynamics, we deliver tailored solutions for complex employment issues.
Family Law
Our dedicated family law team handles property settlements, parenting orders, domestic violence matters, and financial agreements. Prioritising mediation where possible, we aim for cost-effective resolutions while fiercely advocating clients' interests in court when necessary. Services cover de facto, same-sex, and traditional family arrangements across Queensland.
Property Law
We specialise in residential and commercial property transactions, construction law, and property dispute resolution. Our services include conveyancing, leasing agreements, and complex multi-party finance arrangements. With expertise in both simple and intricate property matters, we represent clients in development, construction, and government easement negotiations.
Business Law
Stone Group offer comprehensive business law services covering corporate governance, mergers, intellectual property, and commercial contracts. Our team advises on business structuring, compliance, and growth strategies, providing tailored legal frameworks that align with commercial objectives while minimising legal risks for Queensland businesses.
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice focuses on business structuring, capital raising, and succession planning. We assist with joint ventures, trusts, share purchase plans, and exit strategies, ensuring asset protection and tax efficiency. With expertise in corporate compliance, we support Queensland businesses through all stages of growth and transition.
People
Nick Stone
Managing Partner
Nick Stone leads Stone Group with extensive experience in corporate and commercial law. Specialising in business structuring and growth strategies, he provides strategic legal guidance to Queensland businesses while overseeing the firm's operational direction.
Dan Birch
Partner | Corporate and Commercial Law
Dan Birch brings significant expertise in corporate transactions and commercial agreements. With deep knowledge of Queensland's business environment, he advises clients on mergers, acquisitions, and complex commercial contracts to support sustainable business growth.
Sally Southwood
Partner | Family Law
Sally Southwood is a respected family law specialist with a proven track record in property settlements and parenting matters. Her client-focused approach ensures tailored legal solutions for complex family law issues across Queensland.
Berren Hamilton
Partner | Litigation
Berren Hamilton specialises in litigation and dispute resolution, representing clients in commercial and civil matters. With a strategic approach to conflict resolution, he delivers effective outcomes through negotiation or court representation when required.
Danielle Karlos
Special Counsel | Family Law
Danielle Karlos provides expert family law advice with a focus on complex property settlements and domestic violence matters. Her empathetic yet results-driven approach ensures clients receive comprehensive legal support during challenging times.
Questions
What areas of law does Stone Group Lawyers specialise in?
We specialise in Employment Law, Business Law, Property Law, Franchising Law, and Family Law, with dedicated legal teams for each practice area across Brisbane and Gold Coast.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute consultations for all legal services except migration law, available via phone, Skype, or in-person appointments at our Queensland offices.
What makes your family law team different?
Our family law team combines legal expertise with compassionate representation, prioritising mediation while maintaining strong advocacy skills for court proceedings to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Do you handle commercial property transactions?
Yes, our property law team manages commercial property transactions, leasing agreements, and construction law matters, providing comprehensive legal support for Queensland businesses.
Are your legal services available in Brisbane?
Yes, we operate from our Brisbane office at Riverside Centre, Level 37, 123 Eagle Street, offering the same expert legal services as our Gold Coast location.
