Meet Gene
Gene Paterson is originally from the State’s west. He has spent all of his life in Queensland. He lives with his wife Jane at Farleigh.
His outside interests have involved rugby league, horse racing, bush walking and now, grandchildren.
He has been involved for many years with Brothers junior and senior rugby league and the development of facilities for sport in Mackay. He is currently engaged in the expansion/development of Leprechaun Park. He continues to retain an interest in thoroughbred horse racing.
Areas of Expertise
Gene focus on helping clients litigate claims for damages for personal injuries sustained. Gene has received “Leading” and “Recommended” lawyer recognition through Doyle’s Guide for his work in personal injury.
Accreditations
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
Affiliations
Member of Queensland Law Society
President of Mackay Brothers Football Club Inc
Director/Trustee of Leprechaun Park
Life Member Mackay & District Rugby League
Life Member Mackay Junior Rugby League
Life Member Brothers Bulldogs Junior Rugby League
articles by Gene
News and Insights
March 26, 2025
Alan George Demack AO
Alan George Demack AO, a distinguished judge who served as the Central Judge for Mackay between 1978 and 2000, passed away in Rockhampton on 28 January 2025, aged 90 years.
September 12, 2022
The Queen’s Hat
Gene addresses some of the risks of litigation, issues that may arise around costs and the need to obtain statements.
May 10, 2022
Tony Ghusn
The firms former managing partner, Anthony Phillip Francis Ghusn, passed away peacefully on the Gold Coast on Sunday 8 May 2022.
April 20, 2022
Personal Injury Claims Against the Nominal Defendant
The Nominal Defendant was established for the purpose of compensating people who are injured as a result of the negligent driving of unidentified or uninsured motor vehicles.
February 17, 2022
Memories of Medical Negligence Case stirred by visit to Optometrist
Gene recently visited the optometrist to update his glasses but walked out with much more.
September 3, 2021
What are the Legal Implications of the Death of a Grandmother
Grandmothers provide services for husbands, children and grandchildren that no amount of money can replace and if a grandmother dies as a result of a motor vehicle accident, medical misadventure or some wrongful act or omission, then a claim can be made for the benefit of members of the deceased person’s family.
July 9, 2021
Partnerships
Considering entering a Partnership, it would not be my recommendation to anyone entering into a Partnership to do so without seeking legal advice and considering the need for a Partnership Agreement.
April 16, 2021
Hugh Cowling – Court Appointed Expert
Hugh Cowling passed away in January this year. Gene recounts the first and only time their paths crossed back in the early 2000’s.
March 19, 2021
Death comes to us all, but sometimes sooner than expected
The issues that arise when a young adult dies without a Will underscore the importance of having one.
February 5, 2021
Work Related Fatalities
Legislation provides for a deceased worker’s dependent spouse and/or children to apply for and receive payments from the employer’s Workers Compensation insurer.