George Street Chambers
George Street Chambers is a leading group of commercial barristers practising from Level 29, 400 George Street, Brisbane.
[In Person] Deemed Admissions and How to Comply with r166
Wednesday 29 July 2026
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.
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[Livestream] Deemed Admissions and How to Comply with r166
Wednesday 29 July 2026
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.
[Livestream] Non-delegable duties (CANCELLED)
Monday 30 March 2026
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.
[In Person] Non-delegable Duties (CANCELLED)
Monday 30 March 2026
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.
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[Livestream] Mastering Common Interlocutory Applications
Thursday 23 October 2025
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.
[In Person] Mastering Common Interlocutory Applications
Thursday 23 October 2025
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.
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[Livestream] Queensland has a new Trusts Act!
Thursday 4 September 2025
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.
[In Person] Queensland has a new Trusts Act!
Thursday 4 September 2025
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.
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[Livestream] Property Law Act: changes you need to know
Thursday 26 June 2025
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.
[In Person] (new) Property Law Act: changes you need to know
Thursday 26 June 2025
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.
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[In Person] Cost Protective Settlement Offers
Thursday 1 May 2025
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.
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[Livestream] Cost Protective Settlement Offers
Thursday 1 May 2025
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.
[In Person] Interlocutory injunctions
Thursday 27 March 2025
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.
George Street Chambers
[Livestream] Interlocutory injunctions
Thursday 27 March 2025
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.
[In Person] Public Examinations: Fundamental Issues and Tips
Thursday 27 February 2025
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.
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[Livestream] Public Examinations: Fundamental Issues & Tips
Thursday 27 February 2025
[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.