George Street Chambers

Presented by George Street Chambers’ members Chris George and Odette Wilson, this seminar examines the ethical risks associated with undertakings, using the recent decision in Legal Services Commissioner v Cavanagh [2025] QCAT 290 — where a breach of an undertaking given to the regulator was found to constitute professional misconduct — as a case study. The presentation will cover what constitutes an undertaking, why undertakings are treated as sacrosanct, when practitioners should refuse to give them, the consequences of breach, and practical risk management strategies for solicitors and barristers alike. Chris has acted in a wide range of matters, predominantly in commercial litigation, corporations disputes, banking, finance and insurance litigation, and tort, succession and defamation. He is the Joint Title Editor of The Laws of Australia: Civil Procedure, a sessional member of the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, and a nationally accredited and experienced mediator. Odette was called to the Bar in May 2025 and has a diverse practice spanning commercial litigation, planning and environment law, native title, succession law, and criminal and regulatory matters. Before coming to the Bar, she practised as a solicitor in the planning and environment team at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and served as Associate to the Members of the Land Court of Queensland and to His Honour Judge Jones of the District Court of Queensland.

Presented by George Street Chambers’ members Chris George and Odette Wilson, this seminar examines the ethical risks associated with undertakings, using the recent decision in Legal Services Commissioner v Cavanagh [2025] QCAT 290 — where a breach of an undertaking given to the regulator was found to constitute professional misconduct — as a case study. The presentation will cover what constitutes an undertaking, why undertakings are treated as sacrosanct, when practitioners should refuse to give them, the consequences of breach, and practical risk management strategies for solicitors and barristers alike. Chris has acted in a wide range of matters, predominantly in commercial litigation, corporations disputes, banking, finance and insurance litigation, and tort, succession and defamation. He is the Joint Title Editor of The Laws of Australia: Civil Procedure, a sessional member of the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, and a nationally accredited and experienced mediator. Odette was called to the Bar in May 2025 and has a diverse practice spanning commercial litigation, planning and environment law, native title, succession law, and criminal and regulatory matters. Before coming to the Bar, she practised as a solicitor in the planning and environment team at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and served as Associate to the Members of the Land Court of Queensland and to His Honour Judge Jones of the District Court of Queensland.

Rule 166 of the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules contains important requirements for pleading denials and non-admissions. A failure to abide by rule 166 will result in deemed admissions, which can be difficult to withdraw and are likely to cause problems for the ongoing defence of proceedings. Presented by George Street Chambers’ members Kirsty Gothard and Richard Gardiner, this seminar will provide practical guidance for Queensland solicitors about how to plead in accordance with rule 166, how deemed admissions can arise, how to avoid deemed admissions and what steps you should take if a deemed admission does arise. In doing so, Kirsty and Richard will discuss practical examples and recent Queensland case law. Kirsty’s practice extends to a wide range of commercial matters in both the State and Federal jurisdictions and her areas of speciality include mining and construction, corporate and personal insolvency, banking and finance, contract law, commercial and residential leases. Richard practises in a broad range of commercial disputes, with a particular interest in property, resources, company, shareholder and joint venture disputes. Before being called to the bar, Richard had 20 years of experience as a commercial litigation solicitor.

Rule 166 of the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules contains important requirements for pleading denials and non-admissions. A failure to abide by rule 166 will result in deemed admissions, which can be difficult to withdraw and are likely to cause problems for the ongoing defence of proceedings. Presented by George Street Chambers’ members Kirsty Gothard and Richard Gardiner, this seminar will provide practical guidance for Queensland solicitors about how to plead in accordance with rule 166, how deemed admissions can arise, how to avoid deemed admissions and what steps you should take if a deemed admission does arise. In doing so, Kirsty and Richard will discuss practical examples and recent Queensland case law. Kirsty’s practice extends to a wide range of commercial matters in both the State and Federal jurisdictions and her areas of speciality include mining and construction, corporate and personal insolvency, banking and finance, contract law, commercial and residential leases. Richard practises in a broad range of commercial disputes, with a particular interest in property, resources, company, shareholder and joint venture disputes. Before being called to the bar, Richard had 20 years of experience as a commercial litigation solicitor.

Join George Street Chambers’ members Richard Perry KC and Riley McDermott for a CPD seminar exploring the boundaries of non-delegable duties. Richard Perry KC is a leading silk with a substantial practice in commercial, public, and professional liability disputes. He is widely recognised for his expertise in complex litigation and in cases raising novel or developing points of law, including issues of duty, assumption of responsibility, and the scope of liability. Riley McDermott practises across commercial and public law. He regularly appears both led and unled in high-value and technically demanding matters. This session will examine whether a non-delegable duty can arise outside the “usual” personal injury paradigm, and if so, in what circumstances. Drawing on recent authorities and emerging trends, the presenters will analyse the conceptual foundations of non-delegable duties, their relationship with vicarious liability, and the policy considerations influencing judicial development.

Join George Street Chambers’ members Richard Perry KC and Riley McDermott for a CPD seminar exploring the boundaries of non-delegable duties on 30 March 2026 at 5:30pm. Richard Perry KC is a leading silk with a substantial practice in commercial, public, and professional liability disputes. He is widely recognised for his expertise in complex litigation and in cases raising novel or developing points of law, including issues of duty, assumption of responsibility, and the scope of liability. Riley McDermott practises across commercial and public law. He regularly appears both led and unled in high-value and technically demanding matters. This session will examine whether a non-delegable duty can arise outside the “usual” personal injury paradigm, and if so, in what circumstances. Drawing on recent authorities and emerging trends, the presenters will analyse the conceptual foundations of non-delegable duties, their relationship with vicarious liability, and the policy considerations influencing judicial development.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members: Michael Long and Riley McDermott this seminar will provides a practical overview of the most frequently encountered interlocutory applications in litigation, including applications for summary judgment, strike out, further and better particulars, and disclosure. The presentation will cover procedural requirements, strategic considerations, and recent case law developments to enhance advocacy and case management skills. Michael is an experienced commercial litigator with a focus on trial advocacy, particularly in building and construction and insolvency matters. Admitted in 2006, he practised as a solicitor in Brisbane before joining the private bar in 2012. Michael regularly appears in State and Federal Courts across Queensland and interstate. Riley practises in a broad range of commercial disputes, with a focus on insolvency and construction. Before being called to the Bar, he was a senior associate at a Queenskand mid-tier firm.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members: Michael Long and Riley McDermott this seminar will provides a practical overview of the most frequently encountered interlocutory applications in litigation, including applications for summary judgment, strike out, further and better particulars, and disclosure. The presentation will cover procedural requirements, strategic considerations, and recent case law developments to enhance advocacy and case management skills. Michael is an experienced commercial litigator with a focus on trial advocacy, particularly in building and construction and insolvency matters. Admitted in 2006, he practised as a solicitor in Brisbane before joining the private bar in 2012. Michael regularly appears in State and Federal Courts across Queensland and interstate. Riley practises in a broad range of commercial disputes, with a focus on insolvency and construction. Before being called to the Bar, he was a senior associate at a Queenskand mid-tier firm.

Presented by George Street Chambers' member Karen Gaston Join us for an overview of the new Trusts Act, which is due to commence next year.  Karen will highlight notable changes as well as provisions which remain substantially similar .  Particular emphasis will be placed on key sections (such as s8 and s96) which enjoy regular use in practice. Karen specialises in litigation involving equity, trusts, wills and estates. Prior to her call to the Bar, she was a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in succession law, attaining accreditation in 2013.  Karen has a particular interest in estate litigation with a broader commercial focus, such as those concerning rural partnerships, trusts, and equitable remedies, such as undue influence and unconscionable conduct.

Presented by George Street Chambers' member Karen Gaston Join us for an overview of the new Trusts Act, which is due to commence next year.  Karen will highlight notable changes as well as provisions which remain substantially similar .  Particular emphasis will be placed on key sections (such as s8 and s96) which enjoy regular use in practice. Karen specialises in litigation involving equity, trusts, wills and estates. Prior to her call to the Bar, she was a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in succession law, attaining accreditation in 2013.  Karen has a particular interest in estate litigation with a broader commercial focus, such as those concerning rural partnerships, trusts, and equitable remedies, such as undue influence and unconscionable conduct.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members Graham Dietz and Ben O'Sullivan. This presentation will explore the new statutory regime for the sale and division of co-owned property and highlight important new provisions affecting sales of land and seller disclosure requirements. Graham was admitted as a solicitor in 2001, and was called to the bar in 2012. Graham's principal areas of practice are commercial litigation & dispute resolution and insolvency & reconstruction. Graham is listed in Doyle’s Guide as leading Junior Counsel – Queensland in both practice areas. Graham appears in all Queensland and Federal Courts. Ben was called to the bar in 2021. Ben has a broad commercial and civil practice, and a particular interest in insolvency and bankruptcy matters, director and shareholder disputes under the Corporations Act, and complex commercial disputes. He regularly appears led and unled in the Supreme, District and Federal courts.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members Graham Dietz and Ben O'Sullivan. This presentation will explore the new statutory regime for the sale and division of co-owned property and highlight important new provisions affecting sales of land and seller disclosure requirements. Graham was admitted as a solicitor in 2001, and was called to the bar in 2012. Graham's principal areas of practice are commercial litigation & dispute resolution and insolvency & reconstruction. Graham is listed in Doyle’s Guide as leading Junior Counsel – Queensland in both practice areas. Graham appears in all Queensland and Federal Courts. Ben was called to the bar in 2021. Ben has a broad commercial and civil practice, and a particular interest in insolvency and bankruptcy matters, director and shareholder disputes under the Corporations Act, and complex commercial disputes. He regularly appears led and unled in the Supreme, District and Federal courts.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members David de Jersey KC and Kate Boomer. David de Jersey KC was called to the bar in 2005 and took silk in 2019. David's principal area of practice is commercial law. David has been recommended in Doyle’s Guide every year since 2015. Kate Boomer was called to the bar in 2022 after working as a commercial litigator for 13 years. Kate practices in the areas of commercial disputes and public law.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members David de Jersey KC and Kate Boomer. David de Jersey KC was called to the bar in 2005 and took silk in 2019. David's principal area of practice is commercial law. David has been recommended in Doyle’s Guide every year since 2015. Kate Boomer was called to the bar in 2022 after working as a commercial litigator for 13 years. Kate practices in the areas of commercial disputes and public law.

Presented by George Street Chambers members Richard Perry KC and Madeleine Stone. Richard Perry KC was called to the bar in 1987 and appointed silk in 2004. Richard has a wealth of experience in commercial disuptes. Madeleine Stone was was called to the bar in 2022 and maintains a broad civil practice.

Presented by George Street Chambers' members Richard Perry KC and Madeleine Stone. Richard Perry KC was called to the bar in 1987 and appointed silk in 2004. Richard has a wealth of experience in commercial disuptes. Madeleine Stone was was called to the bar in 2022 and maintains a broad civil practice.

David Keane KC and Paul Armit present an overview of the public examination process under the Corporations Act with practical guidance for navigating some common issues. David Keane KC was called to the bar on 3 March 2007. David was appointed silk on 24 November 2022. David has a broad civil and commercial practice. He regularly appears on behalf of clients in in the Supreme Court, the Federal Court, and the District Court, together with advising clients in relation to nascent and ongoing disputes. Paul was called to the bar in 2024, and has a broad commercial practice with a focus on commercial litigation, building and construction, insolvency, corporations, trade practices, estates and trusts, administrative (public) law and regulatory, banking and finance, and insurance.

[LIVESTREAM] David Keane KC and Paul Armit present an overview of the public examination process under the Corporations Act with practical guidance for navigating some common issues. David Keane KC was called to the bar on 3 March 2007. David was appointed silk on 24 November 2022. David has a broad civil and commercial practice. He regularly appears on behalf of clients in in the Supreme Court, the Federal Court, and the District Court, together with advising clients in relation to nascent and ongoing disputes. Paul was called to the bar in 2024, and has a broad commercial practice with a focus on commercial litigation, building and construction, insolvency, corporations, trade practices, estates and trusts, administrative (public) law and regulatory, banking and finance, and insurance.