Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Bundaberg
Established in 1885, Charltons Lawyers has served the Bundaberg District with dedicated legal expertise for over a century. Our team of local solicitors specialises in farming, property development, commercial leasing, manufacturing, and construction law, alongside conveyancing, estate administration, and Wills/Powers of Attorney. We prioritise client relationships, offering tailored advice grounded in our deep understanding of regional needs.Our approach combines practical legal solutions with a commitment to community values, ensuring clarity, care, and integrity in every case. With decades of collective experience, we focus on listening to clients, addressing their unique circumstances, and delivering outcomes aligned with their personal and professional goals.
Services
Estate Administration
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Conveyancing
Commercial Law
Property Law
Business Sales & Acquisitions
Rural Property Transactions
Commercial Leasing
Family Provision Claims
Probate Applications
Highlights and features
- We are locally based solicitors with deep knowledge of Bundaberg's legal and community landscape.
- Our fixed-fee conveyancing ensures transparent, predictable costs for property transactions.
- We provide tailored estate planning to protect your family's future with clarity and care.
- Our team combines over 135 years of collective legal experience with a client-first approach.
- We offer practical solutions for complex commercial and property law matters in regional Queensland.
Services
Estate Administration
Our experienced lawyers guide executors through estate administration, including asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution to beneficiaries. We assist with obtaining grants of probate, handling informal wills, and resolving disputes. Clients benefit from our compassionate approach and expertise in navigating complex legal processes during emotionally challenging times.
Wills & Powers of Attorney
We draft comprehensive wills and enduring powers of attorney tailored to individual circumstances. Our services ensure clear guardianship arrangements, financial planning, and healthcare directives. Clients receive practical advice to protect loved ones and avoid future legal complications, with a focus on addressing complex family dynamics and tax implications.
Conveyancing
We manage residential and commercial property transactions with fixed-fee transparency. Services include contract review, title searches, and settlement coordination. Our local expertise ensures compliance with Queensland regulations, while our client-focused process minimises stress through clear communication and proactive issue resolution for buyers and sellers.
Commercial Law
We advise businesses on contracts, leasing, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Our services cover entity structuring, dispute resolution, and trust establishment. Regional clients benefit from our understanding of agricultural and construction industries, combined with strategic guidance to support growth and mitigate legal risks.
Property Law
Our property law services include rural land transactions, subdivision advice, and commercial leasing. We assist developers with regulatory compliance and draft agreements for share farming or agistment. Clients receive practical solutions tailored to Queensland's unique property landscape, ensuring legal protection and efficient transaction management.
People
Chris Parker
Managing Principal / Director
Admitted in 2001, Chris has 20 years' partnership experience at Charltons. He specialises in local community engagement, serving as Bundaberg Law Association President and supporting regional charities. His legal career spans public prosecution and private practice, with a focus on client-centric solutions.
Kelly Dwyer
Principal / Director
Kelly joined Charltons in 2017, bringing dual law/business expertise. As a Certified Property Practitioner, she advises on commercial transactions and property law. Her community roles include Regional Business HQ committee membership, reflecting her commitment to regional economic development through legal and business acumen.
Sarah Protani
Principal / Director
Admitted in 2017, Sarah specialises in estate planning and property law. With over a decade of legal experience, she focuses on transparent client communication and practical solutions for retirement villages, business sales, and deceased estates. She joined Charltons in 2024 as a Principal.
Questions
Why choose Charltons Lawyers for legal services?
We combine over 135 years of local experience with a client-first approach, offering tailored solutions for property, commercial, and estate matters in Bundaberg.
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on conveyancing, estate administration, wills, commercial law, property transactions, and business acquisitions in regional Queensland.
Do you offer fixed-fee conveyancing services?
Yes, we provide transparent fixed fees for residential conveyancing, including contract review, settlement coordination, and ongoing client communication.
How do you handle complex estate disputes?
Our team manages family provision claims, will rectification, and executor disputes with expertise in Queensland probate law and mediation strategies.
Can you assist with rural property transactions?
Yes, we specialise in rural land sales, share farming agreements, and agricultural regulatory compliance tailored to Queensland's regional industries.
