Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon
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Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon

25 Years Strong! Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon who has been recognised by the Queensland Law Society for an incredible 25 years of service to the legal profession.! 👏🎉

Tim received his silver membership pin at a special event last week that celebrated the unique “salt air” spirit of the Sunshine Coast legal community.

It was said best on the night:

“It’s a community where professional respect and personal kindness often go hand in hand… To our honourees – thank you for the mentorship, the advocacy and the steady hands you’ve lent to this profession.”

Tim, thank you for your decades of perseverance, your adaptability (having seen fax machines come and go!), and your unwavering commitment to justice for our people.

Please join us in the comments to wish Tim a huge congratulations! 🧡🖤💛

#ATSILS #SunshineCoast #Community #LegalHero #Congratulations #Dedication

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Something in the air at Sunshine Coast

Empowering women at the Townsville Women’s Correctional Centre through collaborative community legal education! 🤝✨
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Empowering women at the Townsville Women’s Correctional Centre through collaborative community legal education! 🤝✨

ATSILS CLE TownsvilleThis week, Paige Ryan and Thomas Proctor from our Townsville office visited the Townsville Women’s Correctional Centre (TWCC) to deliver a dedicated legal information session to support women in understanding their rights and responsibilities regarding vital domestic and family violence issues.

This CLE session was part of a larger, 3-week collaborative project whereby TWCC, ATSILS, Transform Lives Program, North Queensland Women’s Legal Service and the First Nations Women’s Legal Services Qld Inc joined forces to offer the women at TWCC these DFV community legal information sessions in alignment and solidarity with the 16 Days of Activism 2025.

What we covered:

🗣️ Coercive Control: Breaking down the new offences that came into effect in QLD in 2025, how to identify these behaviours, and where to get support.
View our quick guide on understanding Coercive Control

📜 Domestic Violence Orders (DVOs): Understanding DVOS , what constitutes a breach, and practical tips on how to navigate them.

View our quick guide on understanding Domestic Violence Orders

The smaller group setting provided a safe and open space for questions and genuine conversation. There was really positive feedback from the women about what they had learned from the session, and what they would like to see more of in future.

 

Community Legal Education on Quandamooka Country!
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Community Legal Education on Quandamooka Country!

Community Legal Education Quandamooka CountryATSILS legal practitioners, Pree Sharma and Enoler Robinson, had a fantastic day attending the Deadly Choices Indigenous Senior Games on beautiful Quandamooka Country at Minjerribah/Stradbroke Island last Friday. 🌴

It was great to attend the event and deliver an important community legal education session to Elders attending the games, focusing on Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney.

The Elders shared many excellent questions, leading to plenty of great yarns about the importance of getting your affairs in order. The best time to do it is right now!

Thank you to the fantastic team at Deadly Choices for organising such a wonderful event. We look forward to attending the next one! 🙏

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Homeless Connect Event

ATSILS was proud to take part in Brisbane City Council’s Homeless Connect event last week.

Homeless Connect is a fantastic initiative that brings together a wide range of community services to support people who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness. From health care, housing assistance and clothing to food, haircuts and legal advice — the event offers a safe space where people can access practical support and feel connected to their community.

Pree Sharma represented the ATSILS team and provided legal advice and referrals throughout the day. Many community members doing it tough stopped by our stall to ask for help, and we were glad to assist with their legal needs and connect them with other services where appropriate.

A big thank you to Brisbane City Council for coordinating this important event and to all the organisations who came together to make a real difference.

First Nations Moot – Toowoomba
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First Nations Moot – Toowoomba

🌟 Well done to Andrew Gower (Client Services Officer, Toowoomba and UNISQ Law Student) for participating in this year’s First Nations Moot!

Andrew and fellow UNISQ law student Caiden showcased incredible talent and dedication, doing our Toowoomba office proud and representing UNISQ with distinction. They faced tough competition, ultimately falling to formidable teams from Bond and Griffith Universities.

A massive thank you to the incredible mentors who supported them through the process, including Kristie Smith (UNISQ First Nations Lead & ex-ATSILS Lawyer), as well as Christianne and Sharon (Criminal Lawyers, ATSILS Toowoomba Office).

Christianne and Sharon were exceptionally generous with their time, allowing the students to shadow them at the Magistrates Court, providing invaluable, real-world insight into court proceedings. This mentorship and collegiate spirit are traits we are proud of at ATSILS and are vital in supporting the next generation of First Nations legal professionals along their justice journey.

We’re thrilled to hear the First Nations Moot will now be an annual event. We are looking forward to supporting the team next year!

Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast
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Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast

Yesterday, members of our Southport team had a fantastic day at the Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast! 🎓

The team enjoyed connecting with the next generation of legal professionals and providing insight into the diverse career paths available at ATSILS. It was a great opportunity to highlight our family, civil, and criminal law roles, as well as the critical support roles that work alongside our legal practitioners. ⚖️

We’re proud to offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can truly make a meaningful difference. Join us and you’ll find great benefits like:
✅ Salary packaging
✅ Encouraged career growth with supported learning and professional development opportunities
✅ A strong statewide peer and mentor network of experienced lawyers and barristers to guide you on your justice journey.

Thanks to Arelene and all the team who attended, and to SCU Law Student Society for hosting this great event. 👏

If you’re interested in what careers are available at ATSILS view:
Congratulations to Harry Sharples from our Southport office on his recent admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland!
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Congratulations to Harry Sharples from our Southport office on his recent admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland!

A huge congratulations to Harry Sharples from our Southport office on his recent admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland! ⚖️ This is a massive achievement and a testament to his dedication and hard work.

A special shout-out to Saran Kaun, a family lawyer from our Beenleigh office, who moved Harry’s admission—a wonderful display of the support and collaboration we share across our firm. Many colleagues from our Beenleigh and Southport offices also joined his family at the ceremony and enjoyed a celebratory lunch afterwards.

Harry has been an invaluable paralegal at our Southport office. While the Southport team will surely miss his contributions, they’re proud to see him begin the next chapter of his journey in our Beenleigh office next month.

Please join us in wishing Harry all the best as he officially starts his career as a lawyer! 🚀

Our Hervey Bay Office is moving!
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Our Hervey Bay Office is moving!

Hervey Bay ATSILSThis office will be closed on the 25th/26th of September while we undertake the move.
From the 29th September 2025, we look forward to welcoming clients to our new office location at:
Suite 1, 79 Torquay Road, Pialba, Hervey Bay 4655
Phone: (07) 4128 2488
Fax: (07) 4128 3021
Please remember that for urgent assistance, you can call
1800 012 255 – (24/7)
Our Normanton Office has moved!
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Our Normanton Office has moved!

New Normanton Office

Normanton Office Has Moved!

Our Normanton office has successfully relocated to a new address at 70 Landsborough Street.

Well done to Craig and the entire team in Mt Isa for their hard work and assistance. Special thanks to Ross and Ben, who travelled from the Brisbane office to manage the move and provide their assistance (and their top-notch carpet-laying skills).

This new and improved space will allow us to better serve the legal needs of the Normanton community. It will also cater to visiting lawyers from our regional office in Mount Isa, helping us enhance access to justice for the community.

We look forward to this new chapter and continuing to serve our clients from this fantastic new location.

 

Our phone, fax, and PO Box details remain the same.

PO Box 55, Normanton QLD 4890

Phone: (07) 4745 1118

Fax: (07) 4745 1104

 

 

Media Release: Prime Minister has the power to ensure children are safe and protected. It’s time for action.
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Media Release: Prime Minister has the power to ensure children are safe and protected. It’s time for action.

They have received expert legal advice, which makes it clear that the Commonwealth has the power to legislate in line with its international obligations regarding children’s rights.

 

View Media Release:

250916-MR-Prime-Minister-has-the-power-to-ensure-children-are-safe-and-protected-its-time-for-action.pdf