6-8 William Street, Nambour, Sunshine Coast

Litigation Lawyer Sunshine Coast

When it comes to legal matters, you need the right advice.

Butler McDermott Lawyers are your Litigation Experts.

Engaging the best litigation lawyer on the Sunshine Coast starts with a simple chat with the team at Butler McDermott Lawyers.

Often through no fault of your own, litigation becomes the only option to resolve a dispute. Whether it be estate litigation such as contesting a will, or a commercial litigation like recovering a debt from debtor; it is important you seek legal advice.

At Butler McDermott Lawyers, we view litigation differently to other firms. We believe that through diligence, experience and strong negotiation, we’re able to resolve matters faster and for less cost, reducing stress on our clients. After all, when a situation results in litigation, winning is the first priority but how you win is as equally important.

Personalised Client Care.

100 years

100 years of service.

Dedicated Experts.

Estate Litigation

When the final wishes of a loved one come into question, we understand the sensitive nature of estate disputes and the importance of honouring true intentions. Whether you’re challenging a will, defending an estate claim, or navigating inheritance concerns, our experienced solicitors will meticulously handle your estate litigation with the respect and dedication it deserves.

We can help you if you:

  • Have experienced exclusion from the will.
  • Need help defending an estate claim.
  • Believe there are discrepancies between the deceased’s promises and the will’s provisions.
  • Are in receipt of a lesser provision than expected or promised.
  • Believe that the deceased did not have capacity when they executed their Will.
  • Believe that the deceased was influenced when making their Will.

Land Resumptions

Our team offers unparalleled expertise in land resumptions. We’ve successfully managed high-profile cases such as the Traveston Dam project and Sunshine Coast Transport Corridor land resumptions. If you have received notice that a government authority plans to resume (or compulsorily acquire) all or part of your property we can help.

Trust us to protect your interests when facing compulsory land resumptions.

Commercial Litigation

Running a business comes with its fair share of challenges, including legal disputes. From breach of contract to partnership disagreements, our commercial litigation team offers shrewd legal strategies and proactive solutions that minimise disruption to your operations, ensuring you can focus on what you do best – running your business.

Civil Disputes

Civil litigation covers a broad spectrum of legal disagreements. Whether you’re involved in property disagreements, neighbourhood disputes or you need to enforce your rights, our solicitors, including industry veterans like Brent King, work tirelessly to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are upheld.

Financial Disputes

Financial disagreements, whether personal or business-related, can escalate quickly. We navigate financial disputes with precision, from investment discrepancies to complex financial arrangement disagreements. Our goal is to secure a resolution that preserves your financial stability and protects your interests.

Property Disputes

Property law can be complex and full of pitfalls. Our team has the expertise to represent you in property disputes, from boundary and easement issues to tenancy disagreements, ensuring that your property rights are protected.

Debt Recovery

Unpaid debts can cripple cash flow and hinder business growth. We streamline the debt recovery process, employing effective strategies to recover what is owed to you, so your finances can be restored and you can move forward with confidence.

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Personalised Client Care

At Butler McDermott Lawyers, we are committed to providing unparalleled client care and professionalism. We treat each client with the utmost respect and attention, regardless of their individual circumstances or the complexity of their case. It truely is what sets us apart from others.

100 Years of Service

With over 100 years of service to the Sunshine Coast and the greater region, we at Butler McDermott Lawyers have proven experience in almost all facets of law. With stronger negotiation and advocacy skills, we provide the right advice from experts who have done it before.

Dedicated Expertise

We at Butler McDermott Lawyers stand out as leaders in the legal field through our dedication to continuous professional development. By prioritising ongoing learning and professional growth, we ensure our team of experts is well-versed in the latest legal matters and practices. This commitment not only deepens our expertise but also enhances our ability to provide the highest level of advice to clients across various legal matters.

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6-8 William Street, Nambour, Sunshine Coast,
Queensland 4560

Peter Boyce

Consultant

Peter has been practising as a Nambour Solicitor since 1977 and joined Butler McDermott Lawyers the same year.

With over 40 years practicing as a Sunshine Coast lawyer, Peter has extensive knowledge of various facets of law.

He has practised in all areas of litigation and has special interests in:

  • Criminal law
  • Civil and Commercial litigation
  • Retirement Village matters
  • Sports law
  • Resumption of land and compensation claims

 

Peter has specialised knowledge of and experience with resumption matters as a result of the Traveston Dam project, road corridors, Main Roads and water pipeline. He is renowned for his professional approach and is an experienced and determined advocate.

Brent King

Solicitor/Director

Brent works as a litigation lawyer, providing litigation legal advice in relation to both civil and criminal law matters, including:
  • Defamation Claims
  • Contract and Debt Disputes
  • Building and Construction Disputes
  • Planning Matters
  • Criminal Law and Traffic Legal Matters
Having grown up on the Sunshine Coast and joining Butler McDermott after the completion of his studies, Brent appreciates the needs of our clients, and brings a particularly commercial approach to litigation. Brent is a member of the Queensland Law Society and the Sunshine Coast Law Association, and has litigated a wide variety of matters in the Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts.

Al Upton

Solicitor/Director

After arriving at Butler McDermott Lawyers in 2016, Al quickly progressed to running our Wills and Estates section and has successfully litigated disputes in the Supreme and District Courts of Queensland in the early stages of his career.

In the years that followed Al has now moved to assist our clients with commercial and property matters having achieved positive outcomes in that area as well as general litigation. Al’s experience has him uniquely placed to provide quality advice in the areas of property, commercial, wills and estates and general litigation.

Al is involved in giving back to the community, sitting on the board for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and Sundale Community Foundation. He otherwise became a director of Butler McDermott Lawyers in November 2021.