Miller Harris Lawyers

Miller Harris Lawyers: legal advice in Cairns and Mareeba

Miller Harris Lawyers is a law firm with offices in Cairns and Mareeba that provides business and personal legal services across Far North Queensland. Established in 1990, it has more than 25 professionals and serves the region's leading businesses, government agencies, not-for-profit organisations and individual clients.

Business law services

The business area covers corporate and commercial law, industry-specific legal services, property and real estate transactions, compliance and advisory, litigation and dispute resolution, and employment and workplace law.

Personal law services

On the personal side, the firm advises on wills and estate planning, family law and settlements, property law and conveyancing, estate dispute resolution, bankruptcy and financial difficulty, and retirement living transition.

Accredited specialisation

The firm highlights that it has the only Queensland Law Society accredited specialists in business law and property law in Cairns. Sean Walsh is accredited as a business law specialist and Nigel Hales in property law. The team prioritises technical excellence through specialist accreditations and postgraduate training.

Team and track record

With more than 30 years of local experience, the firm presents itself as a benchmark in Far North Queensland. Its team works collaboratively across legal disciplines and offers practical, strategic advice. The firm invests in ongoing professional development and maintains an approach based on relationships, open communication and knowledge of the region.

Publications and outreach

The team publishes analysis and practical advice on legal topics. Among the content shared are articles on common estate planning mistakes, general protections against age-related discrimination, and tips for seniors considering moving to retirement accommodation.

Offices and locations

Cairns office: L1, 14-16 McLeod St, Cairns QLD 4870

Mareeba office: 222 Byrnes St, Mareeba QLD 4880