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Your Trusted Townsville Legal Partner Since 1895
Established in 1895, Connolly Suthers has grown to become one of North Queensland's most respected and experienced law firms. Our team of dedicated legal professionals combines deep local knowledge with specialist expertise across a wide range of practice areas, including compensation law, family law, criminal law, and commercial litigation. With a strong commitment to client service, we prioritise understanding each client's unique circumstances to deliver tailored legal solutions that address their specific needs. Our firm maintains a focus on community engagement, supporting local initiatives and employing graduates from James Cook University to strengthen our connection to the Townsville region.We operate under a no-win, no-fee principle for eligible cases, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Our legal practitioners include Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialists in Property Law, Succession Law, and Personal Injuries Litigation. Through a combination of advanced technology and traditional values of professionalism and integrity, we provide high-quality legal services that consistently achieve favourable outcomes for our clients across North Queensland.
Services
Compensation Claims
Family Law
Criminal Defence
Wills & Estates
Property Law
Commercial Litigation
Conveyancing
Business Structuring
Estate Planning
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- 130+ years of legal expertise in North Queensland
- Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialists in key practice areas
- No-win, no-fee services available for eligible cases
- Locally trained lawyers with deep community understanding
- Comprehensive legal solutions from a single trusted provider
What people say
Outstanding professionalism
10/10 service
Compassionate support
Timely updates
Local expertise
Services
Compensation Claims
Our accredited specialists handle personal injury claims arising from traffic accidents, workplace injuries, medical negligence, and public liability incidents. We focus on securing compensation for lost income, medical expenses, and future care needs while providing compassionate support throughout the legal process. With decades of experience, we offer no-win, no-fee arrangements to ensure accessible justice for injured clients across North Queensland.
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services including property settlements, child custody arrangements, divorce proceedings, and domestic violence matters. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining strong advocacy capabilities for court representation. The team includes specialists in complex property divisions and child-related disputes, offering tailored solutions that protect clients' interests and family relationships.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal law specialists defend clients facing charges ranging from traffic offences to serious criminal allegations. We provide immediate legal advice during police investigations and represent clients in all court levels. The practice focuses on protecting clients' rights, minimising penalties, and achieving the best possible outcomes through strategic defence preparation and courtroom advocacy.
Wills & Estates
We offer complete estate planning services including will preparation, testamentary trusts, and enduring powers of attorney. Our specialists handle complex estate administrations, inheritance disputes, and superannuation claims while ensuring compliance with evolving trust law regulations. The team provides strategic advice to protect family assets and facilitate smooth intergenerational wealth transfers.
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation team resolves business disputes involving debt recovery, contract breaches, insolvency matters, and property conflicts. We combine legal expertise with practical commercial understanding to achieve cost-effective solutions through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings. The practice supports businesses in dispute prevention and risk management strategies.
People
Bill O'Toole
Partner
Specialising in personal injury law with over 25 years' experience, Bill leads our compensation law team. He focuses on complex claims involving serious injuries and has successfully represented clients in high-profile cases.
Paul Radford
Partner
Recognised as a leading Wills and Estates litigator, Paul specialises in estate disputes and trust law reforms. He has shaped Queensland's trust legislation through his extensive court appearances and policy advisory roles.
Brad Skinner
Partner
Property law specialist with expertise in commercial developments and land use planning. Brad advises major property developers on compliance and represents clients in land resumption compensation claims.
Tanya Morris
Partner
Family law expert specialising in complex property settlements and child custody matters. Tanya employs collaborative law approaches to minimise conflict while protecting clients' interests in high-asset divorce cases.
Mitchell Clarkson
Conveyancer
Specialist residential and commercial property conveyancer with focus on first-home buyer transactions. Mitchell received client commendations for streamlining property purchase processes with digital solutions.
Questions
What legal services does Connolly Suthers offer?
We provide comprehensive legal services including compensation claims, family law, criminal defence, Wills & estates, property law, commercial litigation, and conveyancing across North Queensland.
Do you offer no-win, no-fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer no-win, no-fee services for eligible personal injury claims, medical negligence cases, and certain commercial disputes to ensure accessible legal representation.
How are legal costs determined?
Costs depend on case complexity with options including hourly rates, fixed fees for standard matters, and contingency arrangements where appropriate, always with transparent upfront explanations.
Can you assist with interstate legal matters?
Our Townsville-based team regularly handles interstate client matters through remote consultations and local court representation, particularly in property transactions and family law cases.
What areas do you service?
Primarily serving Townsville and North Queensland, we also handle matters in Ayr, Cairns, Brisbane, Mount Isa, and provide remote assistance Australia-wide through digital communication tools.
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