DJ Hinton Lawyers

Hinton Law, established in 2016 by David Hinton, is a family-owned and operated firm with offices in Hervey Bay and Caloundra. David began his legal career in 1989 and was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland and High Court of Australia in 1991. A dedicated member of the legal community, he is affiliated with the Queensland Law Society, Queensland Family Law Practitioners Association, and the Australian Lawyers Alliance Family Law Section. Our associate solicitor, Meaghan Smyth, brings a wealth of experience to our Caloundra office. Since her admission to practice in 2005, after earning a double degree with honours in Law and Arts with a major in Psychology, she has focused extensively on family law in both Queensland and Victoria. Meaghan is adept in navigating the complexities of family law and is committed to achieving the best outcomes for her clients. At DJ Hinton Lawyers, we pride ourselves on offering professional, personalised, and cost-effective legal services across a broad spectrum of practice areas. Our team excels in Family Law, Insurance and Total and Permanent Disability Claims, Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney, Estate Disputes, Traffic and Criminal Law, as well as Civil and Commercial Litigation. Understanding the emotional challenges in family law matters, our Hervey Bay solicitors provide compassionate support to help clients navigate financial and children's matters, maintenance issues, and divorce proceedings effectively. In the realm of Estate and Will Disputes, David Hinton's vast experience ensures clients receive strategic advice tailored to resolving sensitive issues objectively. Our expertise extends to Insurance and TPD Claims, where we focus on ensuring clients receive due compensation with a client-centric approach. Our conveyancing services protect clients' interests in real estate transactions by providing expert guidance through the complexities of buying and selling property in Queensland. For those involved in civil or commercial disputes, David Hinton's extensive experience in various courts supports clients with skilled representation and robust legal strategies. In the domain of Traffic and Criminal Law, our team is prepared to provide critical advice and court representation, recognising the serious implications convictions may have on one's life. At Hinton Law, our commitment to transparent communication and empathetic client care underscores all our services. We are dedicated to keeping clients informed and at ease throughout the legal process, embodying our promise of practical solutions and exceptional service.