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Rostron Carlyle Lawyers Rostron Carlyle Lawyers are the market-leading full-service law firm with offices throughout Australia.

Rostron Carlyle Lawyers is a market leading law firm servicing clients around Australia and throughout Asia. We are a recognised commercial law firm specialising in corporate, commercial, property, litigation, insolvency and construction matters but also offer a wide range of personal legal services to individuals. What sets Rostron Carlyle apart is our professionals’ personal skills. Technical excellence in the law is commonplace, the ability for lawyers to relate and empathise with clients, regardless of the nature of their legal issue, is rarer. Rostron Carlyle’s philosophy and values focus on innovation, commitment and honesty, combined with our ‘relaxed professionalism’. This approach appeals to our clients and staff alike, where we strive to be more than just lawyers, but people upon whom you can rely. This attitude has been the cornerstone of our growth and success, and why we take great pride in the long-term relationships we build together with clients. Our service is underpinned by the firm’s dedication to understanding and empathising with our clients and their individual legal needs. As a result, the firm ensures that every single client receives the best advice and most efficient strategy to resolve their issues. Brisbane Office
Level 15, 270 Adelaide Street
Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Sydney Office
Level 9, 60 Park Street
Sydney, NSW, Australia

Melbourne Office
Level 40, 140 William Street
Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Perth Office
Level 19, Central Park 152 – 158 St Georges Terrace
Perth, WA, Australia

A payment claim has landed on your desk. The clock started the moment you received it.Under the Building Industry Fairne...
07/10/2026

A payment claim has landed on your desk. The clock started the moment you received it.

Under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017, a respondent generally has 15 business days to serve a payment schedule, or less if the contract sets a shorter period.

Miss it and the consequences are significant. The claimant can recover the full claimed amount as a debt, and the respondent loses the right to file an adjudication response.

This is one of the few deadlines in construction with very little room to move.

Learn more about our Construction Law services: rclaw.com.au/practice/construction-law

A difficult legal challenge can put significant pressure on a business. Having the right advice and support throughout t...
06/10/2026

A difficult legal challenge can put significant pressure on a business. Having the right advice and support throughout the process can make a real difference.

We’re pleased Michael Sing and the team were able to help De-Anne navigate a complex matter, providing practical guidance and consistent support through to a successful outcome.

Thank you, De-Anne for trusting our team.

Need help navigating a legal challenge in your business? Get in touch with RC Lawyers: rclaw.com.au/contact-us

Signed a contract on a Queensland house and had second thoughts? You may have five business days.The statutory cooling-o...
01/10/2026

Signed a contract on a Queensland house and had second thoughts? You may have five business days.

The statutory cooling-off period gives most residential buyers until 5pm on the fifth business day after receiving the signed contract to terminate. The seller is entitled to keep 0.25% of the purchase price, and the balance of the deposit is refunded.

It is a useful safety net, but it has limits. It does not apply to property bought at auction, and it is no substitute for proper advice before you sign.

Buying or selling? Speak with our Conveyancing team: rclaw.com.au/practice/conveyancing

Some matters are measured in weeks. Others are measured in years.The Contributory Parent visa is one of the longest path...
29/09/2026

Some matters are measured in weeks. Others are measured in years.

The Contributory Parent visa is one of the longest pathways in the Australian migration system. Staying the course through it takes patience on both sides, and a team that keeps you informed while you wait.

Congratulations to Deepak and his family on the grant, and thank you for the trust placed in our migration team across the journey.

Need advice on a parent or family visa pathway? Speak with our team: rclaw.com.au/contact-us

Raising a safety concern about a child in a parenting matter is one of the hardest steps a parent can take.It is also on...
23/09/2026

Raising a safety concern about a child in a parenting matter is one of the hardest steps a parent can take.

It is also one where process matters. There are obligations on the parties and on the court, and how a concern is raised can shape how it is dealt with.

Read the article by RC Family Law Partner Alana Pointon and Danielle Booth here: rclaw.com.au/reporting-safety-concerns-in-parenting-matters

Many people assume a will is the final word on who receives what. In Queensland, that is not always the case.A de facto ...
22/09/2026

Many people assume a will is the final word on who receives what. In Queensland, that is not always the case.

A de facto spouse may be eligible to apply for family provision from an estate where they have not been adequately provided for, even where the will says otherwise. Eligibility turns on the nature and length of the relationship, and the court weighs a range of factors before making any order.

RC Partner Michael Sing has written on how these claims are assessed and what de facto partners should understand about their position.

Read the full article: rclaw.com.au/claim-by-de-facto-spouse-for-family-provision

Struggling to recruit experienced Restaurant Managers?For Australian hospitality employers, the standard sponsorship pat...
16/09/2026

Struggling to recruit experienced Restaurant Managers?

For Australian hospitality employers, the standard sponsorship pathway has changed, but options may still be available through the Subclass 482 Labour Agreement Stream.

Our latest blog breaks down what hospitality businesses need to know, including eligibility, labour market testing, employer requirements and potential pathways to permanent residence.

Read the full guide: rclaw.com.au/subclass-482-guide-australian-hospitality-employers

Need advice specific to your business? Speak with the Rostron Carlyle Lawyers team about your options.

A wonderful result and a message we’re always grateful to receive. Congratulations to Navid on receiving his visa, and t...
15/09/2026

A wonderful result and a message we’re always grateful to receive.

Congratulations to Navid on receiving his visa, and thank you for trusting Mai Ekkasame and the RC Lawyers team to support you throughout the process.

Wishing you all the best for what comes next.

For many couples, deciding what happens to a pet can be one of the hardest parts of separation.Australian family law now...
11/09/2026

For many couples, deciding what happens to a pet can be one of the hardest parts of separation.

Australian family law now has specific rules for companion animals, including factors the Court may consider when deciding who keeps them.

Read our latest article to understand what the law says and what it could mean for you: rclaw.com.au/deciding-pet-ownership-after-separation

We're proud to have joined Lawyers Associated Worldwide.LAW is an invitation-only network of 90 independent law firms an...
04/09/2026

We're proud to have joined Lawyers Associated Worldwide.

LAW is an invitation-only network of 90 independent law firms and more than 4,000 lawyers across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. It has been connecting locally respected firms since 1989, for one straightforward reason: our clients' problems don't always stop at the border, and the answer shouldn't be a cold search for counsel in a country none of us has worked in.

What it means in practice: when your matter crosses a jurisdiction – a supply contract in Singapore, an estate with assets in the UK, a business with a corporate arm offshore – we can put you in front of a vetted local firm and stay involved in coordinating it. You keep the same team here. You gain a great deal more reach.

We've spent 25 years advising Queensland businesses and families, a good number of them with interests well beyond Queensland. Joining LAW felt like the natural next step rather than a new direction.

We're looking forward to working alongside our new colleagues around the world.

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270 Adelaide Street
Brisbane, QLD
4000

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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