Thornton Legal

28/10/2022

Today is Day for Daniel.

Today’s Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness day, honouring the memory of 13-year-old Daniel Morcombe who was abducted from a Sunshine Coast bus stop and murdered. The Daniel Morcombe Foundation provides personal child safety education to children and young people to prevent abuse and promote lifelong health and wellbeing. It’s up to adults to be ready to listen and, most importantly, to believe.

https://danielmorcombe.com.au/

15/06/2022

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Around 1 in 6 people over the age of 60 have experienced some form of abuse in community settings during the past year, with 2 in 3 staff reported to have committed some form of abuse in institutions such as nursing homes and elder care facilities.

Elder abuse can be a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action towards any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, causing distress to the older person. Abuse varies and does not limit to Psychological abuse, Financial abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse and Neglect.

Abuse of older people has serious physical and mental health and financial effects towards our elders, including physical injuries, premature mortality, depression, cognitive decline and financial loss. The consequences of abuse can be especially serious for an elder person, and recovery may take longer.

As a business we come across many older clients and we consider it is our duty to stay on the lookout for any warning signs of elder abuse. We encourage you to spread the word today so that this awful blight on society is brought squarely into the light.

If you are experiencing elder abuse, or you know someone who you think may be experiencing elder abuse, don't wait for proof. Call the Elder Abuse Helpline for free and confidential advice and referral.

Elder Abuse Helpline: 1300 651 192

25/03/2022

We celebrate a milestone today, and would like to congratulate our team member and paralegal in Wills and Estates Karen Bell in celebrating her 10 Year Anniversary with us at Thornton Legal today. Thank you for being a great part of the team and for all your hard work! 🎉

29/03/2021

From 5pm today, if you are visiting our office for an appointment please ensure you are wearing a face mask.

We are still open and operating as normal and will be closed over the Easter long weekend from Friday 2nd April to Monday 5th April.

Stay safe and wishing you all a Happy Easter

- The team at Thornton Legal

😷 Mask requirements across Queensland are coming into effect from 5pm today (Monday 29 March).

You must carry a face mask with you at all times when you leave home, unless you have a lawful reason not to.

You must wear a mask in indoor spaces, such as:
🛒 shopping centres, supermarkets, retail outlets and indoor markets
🏥 hospitals and aged care facilities
☕ hospitality venues such as restaurants and cafés (not required for patrons while seated; customer facing staff only)
⛪ churches and places of worship
📚 libraries
🏋️‍♂️ indoor recreational facilities and gyms (except if doing strenuous exercise)
🖥️ indoor workplaces (where safe to wear a mask and you can’t physically distance)
🚆 public transport, taxis and rideshare, including waiting areas and queues for this transport
✈️ airports and travelling on planes.

It is strongly recommended you wear a mask outdoors if you are unable to stay more than 1.5m distance from other people, such as busy walkways and thoroughfares.

👉 Masks do not need to be worn in some circumstances, including children under 12 years, where people have certain medical conditions, and in workplaces where it is not safe to do so.

You can remove your masks to consume food or drink.

For the most up to date information about mask requirements visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/current-status/urgent-covid-19-update -qld

📍Please note a number of the above locations will not be open during the Greater Brisbane lockdown over the coming days. For full details visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/covid19/greater-brisbane-lockdown

14/04/2020

Challenging Times Lead to Practical Solutions

Here at Thornton Legal we know these are difficult times and yet we are committed to serving your needs. So if you need a will done, let us know. We can take instructions either in person or via virtual meeting and we offer a “drive in” signing service, so you need not leave your car and you can bring you own pen.
We will ensure your ongoing safety.

Phone 07 5532 3414 to make an appointment today.

13/04/2020

My business is losing revenue but my landlord still wants me to pay. What can I do?

30/08/2018

We apologise if you have attempted to phone today and have been unable to get through. We are experiencing technical issues with the NBN affecting Southport and our phones and email are down. We are open and in the office until 5.00pm today.

Thank you

21/05/2018

Thornton Legal is hosting a morning tea today to raise much needed funds for the Cancer Council.

If you would like to donate please click the link below to support us in reaching our goal!

This year, I’m hosting a fun-filled morning tea, and you’re invited! Please join me in raising vital funds for Cancer Council. Visit my personal event page now for more details about my tea or to donate.

22/12/2017

Merry Christmas from the team at Thornton Legal. We are now closed for Christmas break and will return Tuesday 2nd January 2018 at 8.30am.

09/08/2017

We have firmly planted our roots at 116 Johnston Street, Southport. 🌱

If you would like to make an appointment to see us please contact 07 55 323 414.

20/07/2017

We are well on our way to being settled into our new premises at 116 Johnston Street, Southport.

If you need to make an appointment please phone us on
07 55 323 414.