Samantha
O’Connor
Senior Associate
Samantha is an accomplished member of our law firm, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to our team. With a diverse background and a strong foundation in the construction industry, Samantha offers valuable insights and practical guidance to our clients.
Prior to pursuing a career in law, Samantha gained real-world experience in the construction industry, working for both a local building certifier and a national builder. This background provides her with a practical perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by our clients in the construction sector.
Samantha’s legal journey includes working at the Sunshine Coast’s Inns of Court Barrister’s Chambers and in the Electoral Office of Andrew Wallace MP, Federal Member for Fisher, before joining our firm in 2017. Samantha has extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on various construction contracts. She has worked with a wide range of clients, including home owners, subcontractors, principal contractors, and developers, on projects ranging from industrial sheds to townhouses and multimillion-dollar mixed-use residential and retail developments.
In addition to her contract-related work, Samantha has represented clients in contractual disputes, property law disputes, security of payment disputes, and QBCC investigations and prosecutions. She has appeared before various tribunals and all Queensland courts, including the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) and the Queensland Court of Appeal. Samantha’s thorough and commercial approach to litigation ensures that our clients are fully informed to make strategic decisions.
Samantha has earned a trusted and respected reputation, thanks to her professionalism, preparation and exceptional attention to detail.
Prior to pursuing a career in law, Samantha gained real-world experience in the construction industry, working for both a local building certifier and a national builder. This background provides her with a practical perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by our clients in the construction sector.
Samantha’s legal journey includes working at the Sunshine Coast’s Inns of Court Barrister’s Chambers and in the Electoral Office of Andrew Wallace MP, Federal Member for Fisher, before joining our firm in 2017. Samantha has extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on various construction contracts. She has worked with a wide range of clients, including home owners, subcontractors, principal contractors, and developers, on projects ranging from industrial sheds to townhouses and multimillion-dollar mixed-use residential and retail developments.
In addition to her contract-related work, Samantha has represented clients in contractual disputes, property law disputes, security of payment disputes, and QBCC investigations and prosecutions. She has appeared before various tribunals and all Queensland courts, including the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) and the Queensland Court of Appeal. Samantha’s thorough and commercial approach to litigation ensures that our clients are fully informed to make strategic decisions.
Samantha has earned a trusted and respected reputation, thanks to her professionalism, preparation and exceptional attention to detail.
Samantha’s Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
Solicitor of the High Court of Australia