Olivia is a Special Counsel in our Planning and Environment practice.
Olivia advises clients on environmental and development approvals, project due diligence, the interpretation of planning schemes, conditions and related legislation, compensation issues, and environmental compliance and enforcement issues. Her experience includes undertaking environmental due diligence for small and large property development, infrastructure and resources projects.
Olivia has represented clients in litigation, appeals and originating applications in the Planning and Environment Court, Land Court and has defended prosecutions in the Magistrates Court. Olivia has also acted as a legal advisor on several large and complex development applications across Queensland, particularly in pre-lodgement negotiations and negotiating acceptable conditions of approval.
- Featured in The Best Lawyers™ in Australia 2021-2025 for Planning and Environmental Law and Land Use and Zoning Law
- Recognised by Doyle's Guide as a Recommended Planning and Development Lawyer 2024 and a Recommended Environment and Heritage Lawyer 2023-2024
- Legislative Review Sub-Committee - Queensland Environmental Law Association
- Chair of the Professional Development Committee of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ - South-East Queensland Division)
- Council member - The Women’s College (within The University of Queensland)