Planning and Environment Law Specialists
Proven expertise, specialist advice, strong relationships
Our Practice
We work closely with our clients across the planning and development sector, including property developers, landowners, local governments and community members. We take the time to understand each matter, providing support from early-stage strategy through to approvals, disputes and delivery.
We have established strong relationships with the Queensland Bar, local Councils and a network of specialist consultants, allowing us to deliver informed advice and a collaborative approach to complex matters.
Our practice is focused on planning, environment and local government law, with an emphasis on providing clear advice, practical outcomes and long-term client relationships.
McKeown Solicitors is recognised in Doyle's Guide as a recommended Planning and Development Law Firm in Queensland.
Services
Development Advisory
Development Advisory
Development Advisory
Strategic advice across all stages of development, from early planning through to approvals and appeals, including guidance on pathways, risks, and processes.
Litigation
Development Advisory
Development Advisory
Representation in planning and environment matters across all relevant Courts, with a focus on practical outcomes.
Dispute Resolution
Development Advisory
Environment and Heritage
Effective resolution of disputes through negotiation, mediation or formal proceedings.
Environment and Heritage
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Environment and Heritage
Advice and representation across all relevant courts, with a focus on practical outcomes.
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Expert guidance through compulsory acquisition processes, including advice on rights, procedures and securing compensation outcomes.
Planning and Technical Advice
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation
Clear and practical advice on planning schemes, statutory interpretation, development approvals, land use, and zoning matters, enabling informed decision-making.
Infrastructure Planning and Charging
Strategic Planning and Project Advisory
Strategic Planning and Project Advisory
Advice on infrastructure planning matters, including infrastructure agreements, charges and contributions, ensuring alignment with planning frameworks and project objectives.
Strategic Planning and Project Advisory
Strategic Planning and Project Advisory
Strategic Planning and Project Advisory
Early-stage strategic advice to support project feasibility, site acquisition and planning outcomes, ensuring risks are identified and opportunities are maximised from the outset.
About Us
McKeown Solicitors specialises in planning, environment and local government law in Queensland. We work closely with our clients to provide clear, strategic advice across all stages of development, from initial planning through to approvals, disputes and Court proceedings.