I have been a partner at MRH since 1999. Prior to this I practiced as a partner in another firm in Bundaberg for 15 years.For more than 25 years I have been the principal legal advisor to one of Queensland fastest growing Local Councils, advising on a broad range of matters including town planning litigation, infrastructure projects, local laws, leasing, property and a range of environmental and enforcement matters.I also act for a number of the region’s most active property developers with respect to residential, commercial, shopping centre and retirement village developments.Rural clients form an important part of my practice. Advice is provided on a wide range of matters including property acquisitions and sales, resumptions and succession planning. I also have extensive experience in commercial leasing acting for a number of the regions largest commercial landlords.I have a reputation for a no nonsense approach and getting the job done with a minimum of fuss.Qualifications and Affiliations• Bachelor of Laws• Admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland 1983 • Admitted as a Solicitor of the High Court of Australia 19--• Member Queensland Environmental Law Association Inc.Community Involvement• Former President YMCA Bundaberg• Former Vice President Bundaberg Show Society• Former Vice President Musgrave Pony Club• Honorary Solicitor to a number of local Community organizationsSpecialties: • Planning and Environment• Property development • Commercial leasing• Property acquisition and sale• Retirement Villages• Rural