Meet Our Experienced Lawyers Serving Cairns and North Queensland
Wills and Estates
Thomas Stevens LL.B (Melb)
Kim Cousins-Smith LL.B (Hons), Grad. Dip. IP Law
Our Team of Lawyers
Thomas Stevens LL.B (Melb)
Dale Treanor LL.B
Consultant Solicitor and Notary Public
Commercial, Business and Property Law Division
Phone: 07 40317133
Kim Cousins-Smith
LLB (Hons), Grad Dip IP Law (Melbourne)
Special Counsel – Intellectual Property
Registered Trade Marks Attorney (AU & NZ)
Master of Intellectual Property (UTS) – Candidate
Phone: 07 40317133
Susan Willie LL.B
Charis Lux LL.B (Hons)
Solicitors Serving Mareeba and the Atherton Tablelands
O'Reilly Stevens Lawyers provides trusted legal advice and representation to residents and businesses across Mareeba, QLD, and the broader Far North Queensland region. With nearly four decades of practice, the firm brings genuine depth of experience to matters that affect everyday life on the Tablelands.
Mareeba sits at the heart of the Shire of Mareeba, spanning the base of Cape York Peninsula, inland from Cairns. The region's agricultural economy, rural property transactions, and remote community needs all create distinct legal circumstances that a locally grounded firm is well placed to address. Whether a matter involves a Mareeba-based farming business, a residential conveyance, or a traffic charge arising from the Kennedy Highway, the context differs meaningfully from metropolitan legal work.
What Can Solicitors at O'Reilly Stevens Help You With in Mareeba?
O'Reilly Stevens solicitors in Mareeba can assist across a broad range of legal matters, including:
- Criminal defence, from first mention through to defended hearings.
- Traffic law, including licence disqualifications and serious driving charges.
- Property conveyancing for buyers, sellers, and rural landholders.
- Commercial and business law, including contracts, business sales, company formations, trusts, partnerships, and joint ventures.
- Wills, estate planning, and probate administration.
- Intellectual property matters, including trademarks and copyright.
Commercial and Property Law Services in Mareeba
O'Reilly Stevens Lawyers offers comprehensive commercial and property law services to clients across Mareeba and the Atherton Tablelands. The firm's solicitors are equipped to advise and represent clients across a wide range of business and property matters, delivering professional and efficient outcomes suited to the regional context.
On the commercial side, the team assists with business sales, company formations, trusts, partnerships, and joint ventures, as well as broader business transactions and commercial litigation. For property matters, the firm handles residential and commercial conveyancing, construction law, property development including land subdivision, body corporate matters, leasing agreements, and state tenure or native title issues. These services are available to rural landholders, local businesses, and property owners throughout the Tablelands.
FAQs
What Is the Difference Between a Solicitor and a Lawyer?
In Australia, the terms solicitor and lawyer are often used interchangeably. A lawyer is anyone admitted to legal practice. A solicitor typically refers to a lawyer who advises clients, prepares documents, and may appear in court. At O'Reilly Stevens, the team handles both advisory and representation work across the firm's practice areas.
Should I Call or Visit a Solicitor in Person?
Either option may suit depending on your circumstances. Many clients find an initial phone call helpful to determine whether their matter requires urgent attention. For more complex matters, an in-person consultation allows your solicitor to review documents and ask detailed questions. Call (07) 4031 7133to discuss which approach works best.
How Does the Legal Process Typically Begin?
Most matters begin with an initial consultation where your solicitor gathers relevant background and outlines your options. A clear plan is then developed, covering likely steps, timeframes, and what is needed from you. Early engagement allows more preparation time, which is particularly important in criminal and contested matters.
How Do I Know If I Need a Solicitor for My Matter?
If you are uncertain whether your matter requires legal advice, contacting a solicitor early is generally worthwhile. Many issues that appear straightforward can carry legal consequences that are not immediately obvious. A brief consultation can clarify whether professional representation is needed or whether alternative approaches may resolve the matter.
Residents across Mareeba, Kuranda, Atherton, Dimbulah, and surrounding communities can reach the O'Reilly Stevens team by calling (07) 4031 7133 or by visiting the legal services page for more information on the firm's areas of practice.
Speak with our experienced lawyers about your legal needs by calling 07 4031 7133.