Property & Conveyancing
Buying, selling, subdividing or leasing — residential, commercial and rural property across Queensland.
Strong History. Exciting Future.
Since September 1961, South Geldard Lawyers has helped Queensland people, families and businesses with their legal matters — today from offices in Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Brisbane.
- 1961
- Established
- 3
- Queensland offices
- 15
- Lawyers in-house
- 4.9★
- Over 400 Google Reviews
Who we are
Central Queensland roots. Queensland-wide reach.
Founded in Rockhampton in 1961, South Geldard Lawyers now acts for clients across Queensland from three offices — Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Brisbane.
We act for a wide cross-section of the community: business owners, graziers, farmers, employers, landholders and families. Real legal problems rarely stay in one category — a separation can involve a business, an estate can involve a farm — so we bring twelve practice areas together under one roof.
Under Managing Director Ben Wright, the firm has expanded into Brisbane and Yeppoon while keeping what has served clients for more than 60 years: lawyers who know the region, give clear advice and stay with a matter from start to finish.
Many matters are handled entirely by phone, email and electronic signing, and a number of our clients are interstate or overseas and never attend in person.
Our history
More than six decades of service to the law.
South Geldard Lawyers began with one lawyer in Rockhampton in 1961. The firm’s commercial client base grew quickly, and its people grew with it: many of the partners who followed — including Managing Director Ben Wright — trained with the firm as articled clerks.
That succession has kept continuity and personal service at the centre of the practice for more than 60 years.
From the firm’s archive
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1961
The beginning
Robert South opens the firm as a sole practitioner at 35 William Street, Rockhampton, in September 1961.
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1963 – 1970
South & Geldard
Robin Geldard joins as an articled clerk and is admitted as a solicitor in 1970. Robert and Robin form the partnership RM South & Geldard.
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1971
Litigation grows
The litigation practice grows under the guidance of the late Tom Carmichael, a former Supreme Court Registrar.
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Late 1970s
Family law
The practice broadens into family law.
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1980s
Banking and finance
Banking and finance work, including for The Rock Building Society — which Robert South helped found.
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Today
Three offices
Offices in Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Brisbane, serving clients across Queensland under Managing Director Ben Wright.
How we help
All the legal help you need in one place.
Twelve practice areas, each led by lawyers who work in that area every day.
Wills & Estates
Wills, enduring powers of attorney, probate, estate administration and estate disputes.
Family Law
Separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements and consent orders.
Business & Commercial
Structuring, sale and purchase of businesses, contracts, leases and succession planning.
Employment Law
Employment contracts, workplace investigations and HR advisory — for employers only.
Planning & Environment
Development approvals, appeals, resource and environmental compliance.
Compensation & Injury
Motor accident, workplace and public liability injury claims in Queensland.
Litigation & Disputes
Commercial disputes, debt recovery and representation in Queensland courts and tribunals.
Estate Litigation
Executor disputes, removal, accounts, construction applications and family provision defence in the Supreme Court.
Estate Administration
Probate, notices and guiding executors through administering a deceased estate in Queensland.
Agribusiness
Rural property transactions, farm succession, water entitlements and structuring for primary producers.
Resources
Land access, conduct and compensation agreements, and resumption notices for Queensland landholders.
Who we help
People and businesses across Queensland.
Families and individuals
Separation, parenting, property settlements, wills, powers of attorney and buying or selling a home.
Family lawBusiness owners
Structuring, buying and selling businesses, leases, contracts and disputes — from sole traders to established companies.
Business & commercialGraziers and farmers
Rural property, succession planning, water entitlements and structuring for primary producers.
AgribusinessEmployers
Employment law advice for employers: contracts, compliance, workplace investigations and terminations.
Employment lawLandholders
Land access, conduct and compensation agreements and compulsory acquisition when resource companies or authorities come calling.
ResourcesExecutors and families after a death
Probate, administering an estate and resolving disputes over a will.
Estate administrationOur people
Led by experienced directors.
Your matter is run by a named lawyer from the first conversation to the finish.
Ben Wright
Managing Director
Clarrisa Moore
Director
Jonathan Mamaril
Director
Luke Collins
Director
Myles Heath
Director
Brad Beasley
Consultant
Client reviews
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
Earned from clients who came back for their next matter and told others to call us.
Supporting our community
Giving back where we live and work.
For many years we have committed ourselves not only to delivering legal services but also to supporting a thriving community. Our sponsorship program backs local sport, education, community events and charitable causes across Central Queensland.
- Fitzroy Community Hospice – Pioneer Founding Partner
- Cancer Council Queensland
- Breast Cancer Network Australia
- RACQ CapRescue
- Central Queensland Law Association
- AustLII
- Rotary Club of Rockhampton South
- Yeppoon Lions Club
- Emu Park Surf Lifesaving Club
- Brangus Youth Camp
- Rockhampton Panthers AFC
- Yeppoon Swans AFC
- Victoria Park Gymnastics
- Carols by the Beach – Yeppoon
- The Caves Progress & Agricultural Society
Careers
Build your career with us.
We value each team member and give each person opportunities to be challenged and grow. Our principals and their teams are known for technical expertise, enthusiasm and a supportive approach, and we offer practical training and resources to both professional and support staff.
Many of our partners trained with the firm as articled clerks.
Careers at South GeldardResources
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Talk to us about your matter.
Rockhampton · Yeppoon · Brisbane — or by phone and online, wherever you are.