Meet Nelson
Nelson grew up in Mackay and completed his schooling at Holy Spirit College. He moved to Townsville in 2016 to complete a Bachelor of Laws degree at James Cook University. After finishing his degree at the end of 2019, he was successful at finding a job back in his hometown at Macrossan & Amiet.
Nelson was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland on 24 November 2020. Barrister Michael de Waard moved his admission at the Supreme Court of Brisbane before Chief Justice Catherine Holmes.
In his spare time, Nelson enjoys spending time with friends and family; generally, by hosting a good barbeque. He also enjoys exploring the Mackay region and he closely follows combat sports.
Areas of Expertise
Since joining the team as a Trainee Solicitor on 20 January 2020, Nelson has primarily been engaged in Commercial and Property Law and has worked on an array of matters from simple residential sales to large business acquisition/sales.
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
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News and Insights
October 23, 2024
Buyer Beware – Failure to Pay Your Deposit on Time May Lead to Termination of Your Property Contract
Failing to pay a property deposit on time can lead to the buyer being in default, allowing the seller to terminate the contract, especially in markets with high demand. Buyers should be aware of their deposit obligations and seek legal advice to avoid potential risks.
November 18, 2020
Changes to the Longman Direction in Queensland Criminal Trials
The Longman direction is given by a Judge to a Jury in cases involving allegations of historical offending.