Steven Hayles

Director

LLB

Meet Steven

Born and raised in Mackay, Steven completed his High School studies at Pioneer High School, before moving north to complete his law degree at Townsville’s James Cook University.

During his law degree, Steven was offered a position as a law clerk with Macrossan & Amiet during University vacation periods.

After spending several stints with Macrossan & Amiet during his degree, Steven elected to commence his solicitor’s traineeship with the firm in 2006.  Steven was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland on 20 April 2007.

As a Mackay local, Steven is pleased to have secured a position with such a highly regarded local firm, that has a wealth of legal experience shared between its practitioners.

When Steven is not at work, he enjoys sporting pastimes including cricket, touch football and watching the National Rugby League.

Areas of Expertise

Steven has been involved in a variety of areas of practice in which he has been able to assist our clients achieve many successful outcomes. Steven primarily practices in criminal law, civil litigation, employment and workplace law, conveyancing and wills and estate matters.

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

articles by Steven

News and Insights
June 15, 2026

Understanding Drink Driving Laws in Queensland

Queensland drink driving laws apply broadly to many vehicles, including bicycles and e-scooters. This article explores key offences, penalties, and the impact of the Everston decision on non-motor vehicle offences.

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March 9, 2026

Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024

Sport and recreation organisations must implement the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 by 1 April 2026 to strengthen child safety and ensure environments where children are safe, supported and empowered.

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October 23, 2024

Double Demerit Points Queensland

The topic of Double Demerit points often arises during holiday periods and many people are often unsure whether or not Double Demerit points apply.

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October 23, 2024

What happens to my marine licence if I have been convicted of drink driving?

If your Queensland driver licence is disqualified for drink driving, the disqualification does not automatically extend to your marine licence, however, the rules are not same if reversed.

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October 23, 2024

No time limit to sue for victims of child sexual abuse

Childhood victims of sexual abuse can now commence a claim for damages for personal injury no matter how long ago the sexual abuse occurred and can include circumstances where the victim’s claim was previously determined to be outside the limitation period.

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October 23, 2024

False Comments on Facebook results in order for damages

A recent defamation case decision shows that false comments about others on social media can constitute defamation and result in serious legal consequences.

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October 23, 2024

Driving with an Interstate Driver Licence or Motor Vehicle

Have you relocated to Queensland? Have you transferred your Drivers Licence? Did you know you could be charged with unlicensed driving if you haven’t? What about your motor vehicles? Significant fines may apply.

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March 28, 2023

Legislative changes for Sexual Offences

From 22 February 2023, terminology for certain sexual offences was amended to be consistent with other Australian states and territories.

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February 23, 2023

Definition of a Mobile Phone

The Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulation has been amended to insert a new definition for a mobile phone.

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June 20, 2022

Purple E-Scooters

There are about 300 Beam e-scooters in the Mackay area launching a new era of transportation for the region.

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