David King

Review of Gilshenan & Luton Lawyers

I had a matter where I was unfairly dismissed afte...

I had a matter where I was unfairly dismissed after a very incompetent investigation that went for nearly three years. I then had a second matter that arose approximately 12 months later and as a result a second investigation was commenced.

I decided to appeal the matter through QCAT and was appointed Gilshenan and Luton as my representing legal team by my union. I had the absolute pleasure of dealing with Melanie, Sarah and Craig, all were honest and walked me through my options, what to expect and how the process works. I ended up with Sarah as my lawyer and she was nothing short of brilliant.

Sarah was the consummate professional from the start and walked me through the process we would be following from start to finish. Sarah and the team are highly professional, efficient, approachable and patient, ticked every box! I had very good experiences being her client. Any queries I had, she answered with empathy and in a timely manner. I was extremely impressed with her responsiveness, professionalism and her hard work in my case. Sarah gave excellent advice throughout the proceedings to ensure the best possible outcome. I felt she personally cared about my future and I feel she went above and beyond my expectations. As a result of the unbridled dedication and the legal team put together by Gilshenan and Luton including employing the assistance of barrister Matt Black my case was set aside by the presiding member at the initial QCAT hearing.

This decision was of course appealed by my previous employer and again the Gilshenan and Luton team lead by Sarah handled the appeal through QCATA and the leave to appeal sought by my employer was dismissed, I was declared innocent and my name cleared, case closed.

In relation to the second matter I had Sarah with me through those allegations as well. When it came to a directed interview, Gilshenan and Luton had a solicitor in my location in relation to another matter and he was fully briefed by Sarah and Craig sat in with me during the interview. Craig was calming and a couple times needed to tap me on the shoulder, his knowledge of my case and also the legalities in relation to the interview process were second to none and I could not recommend him highly enough.

As a result of the evidence challenged or lack thereof I was also cleared due to no evidence to offer and in my belief as well the outstanding job during the interview by Craig.

I can t talk highly enough nor praise the team at Gilshenan and Luton to the extent they deserve. Professional and Courteous and with a will to win and achieve the best result possible, thanks to Melanie, Sarah and Craig who due to their high level of skill have resulted in my innocence being proven and my name being cleared.

In case you wondered, yes I am a Queensland Police Officer .