Walker Pender Lawyers

Ipswich lawyers since 1874

Experience you need. Results you want. Local Ipswich solicitors with a dedicated lawyer for every area of law.

Ipswich Local Business Award
Award winnerIpswich Local Business Award
4.8 ★★★★★From 200+ Google reviews
Est.1874Ipswich
Gerard Pender, Special Counsel at Walker Pender Lawyers Ipswich
150+Years serving Ipswich
4.8★From 200+ Google reviews
8Practice areas, one local team

About the firm

Ipswich's trusted and reputable law firm

Walker Pender Lawyers is an Ipswich law firm whose solicitors have served the community since 1874, and a recipient of the Ipswich Local Business Award. Our 4.8★ average from over 200 Google reviews reflects the standard of service we hold ourselves to.

We proudly serve Ipswich, Springfield and Greater West Brisbane.

Ipswich office
28 Nicholas Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
(07) 3813 7833

  • Ipswich Local Business Award
  • Serving Ipswich since 1874
  • A dedicated lawyer for every area of law
  • 4.8★ from over 200 Google reviews

Why Walker Pender

What working with us is like

Four things you can count on from your first call to the end of your matter.

Multi-discipline law firm

Walker Pender caters to a full range of legal needs. Each of our lawyers focuses on their own practice area, so we can guide you through multiple aspects of your legal journey.

Lawyers who have time for you

You want an answer, and you want it now. We are committed to delivering our services within short timeframes that fit the needs of our clients.

Cost-efficient service

You want the job done efficiently and within budget. We offer a range of pricing options to suit your needs and are transparent about legal costs.

Supporting local

We are proud of our long-standing ties to the community and support local events and causes through sponsorship and pro bono legal services.

Our people

Meet the team

Our Team

Hayder Shkara, Director

Hayder Shkara

DIRECTOR

Hayder leads the team at Walker Pender Lawyers and heads the Justice Network. A former Olympian, he is known for his strategic approach and commitment to client success.

Gerard Pender

Gerard Pender

Special Counsel

A maverick of his time, Gerard leads our wills and estates work with over four decades of legal experience and strong community involvement.

Kevin Murray, Senior Associate

Kevin Murray

Senior Associate

Family lawyer and mediator helping clients navigate divorce, property, and parenting disputes with expertise and care.

Matthew Fairclough, Senior Associate

Matthew Fairclough

Senior Associate

Matthew leads our criminal law work with over 3 decades of experience. Known to be one of the fiercest defenders of justice, he is a strong lawyer to have in court on your side. 

Peter Walker, Senior Associate

Peter Walker

Senior Associate

Peter is skilled in litigation, commercial, and property law. He is dedicated to achieving effective and fair outcomes.

Graham Morrison, Senior Associate

Graham Morrison

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Wills and estates lawyer admitted in 1989, with extensive experience in estate planning, probate and estate administration.

Agnes Derrick, Associate

Agnes Derrick

ASSOCIATE

Wills and estates lawyer focusing on estate planning, administration, and litigation, backed by extensive experience in dispute resolution.

Anmol Chandi

Anmol Chandi

Solicitor

Criminal law solicitor dedicated to advocacy and justice, providing comprehensive support throughout the legal process.

Chanel Daniell, Associate

Chanel Daniell

ASSOCIATE

Commercial lawyer helping clients with business sales and purchases, leases and commercial property transactions.

Meet the whole team

CONVEYANCING, COMMERCIAL, ESTATES AND MORE

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What Our Clients Say About Us

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Kristi Braddock
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I cannot recommend Toni Whitaker at Walker Pender Group highly enough\. Toni is an exceptional solicitor whose professionalism, knowledge, compassion and genuine commitment to her clients set her apart. What makes Toni truly outstanding is not just her legal expertise, but her ability to combine it with empathy, honesty and genuine care. She takes the time to listen, understand and ensure you feel heard, respected and supported, particularly when navigating difficult and stressful circumstances. It is rare to find someone who demonstrates such a high level of professional integrity while remaining so approachable and genuinely invested in the people they represent. Toni is an absolute credit to her profession and to Walker Pender Group. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone seeking exceptional legal representation\. *****Five stars simply aren’t enough!!*****
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Karen Barnett
8 days ago
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My experience with Sam Cumming and all involved in dealing with my Aunties Estate will was done so professionally with great communication, organisation and care it was a pleasure dealing with them and would highly recommend Walker and Pender lawyers to everyone.
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Steve Kliese
8 days ago
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I was very impressed by another experience with Walker Pender Lawyers. They have again gone above and beyond to support myself and family with the handling of settling an Estate. I recommend Walker Pender Lawyers to anyone needing assistance from their services. Cheers
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Jayden Williams
10 days ago
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prashant kaushik
115 days ago
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Great professional service provided by Rhonda Jones and team members. Timely communication and great support provided by Walker Pender. Highly recommended.
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Benjamin Renton
121 days ago
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My family and I had a great experience with Walker Pender Lawyers for the sale and purchase of our properties. Rhonda, Karen, Katrina and the wider team were professional, competent and communicative. Our situation was complex and refused by other conveyancing companies, however Rhonda and her colleagues made the whole process easy. Would highly recommended their services.
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Di Briffa
125 days ago
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Rhonda Jones from Walker Pender is professional in all ways, honest, reliable, caring, working with integrity, and gives more than 100% to her work ethic, time to help, always greeting you with a smile. She has helped me in buying and selling property, making it a smooth process. I recommend her 100%.
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Alex Sovi
126 days ago
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Rhonda and her team did an outstanding job handling my property purchase. From start to finish, everything was managed professionally and efficiently. Rhonda was always approachable, communicated clearly, and made what could have been a stressful process feel easy. I really appreciated her dedication, prompt responses, and genuine care. It was a pleasure working with her, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Rhonda and Walker Pender Lawyers to anyone needing conveyancing or legal services. Thank you for your exceptional service!
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Joyce Phillips
126 days ago
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Walker Pender Lawyers were so very helpful throughout the whole process. Questions were answered promptly and they helped me through so much when it came to signing of documents. Would definitely recommend them to friends if they had a need for lawyers. Thank you
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Ryan McCormick
127 days ago
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Toni Whitaker was amazing when I was setting up my Will, very professional, knowledgeable and very down to earth, I highly recommend her services and I’ll be going back to Toni for any further amendments and advice

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to what people ask before their first appointment.

How do I get started with Walker Pender Lawyers?

You can contact our team by phone, email or through our website. Once we understand your situation, we will guide you through the next steps and explain how we can assist.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring any relevant documents, a timeline of events and a clear idea of the outcome you are seeking. This helps us give accurate advice and manage your costs from the outset.

Do I need to attend in person?

Not always. We offer appointments by phone and video, and in some circumstances can attend your home or hospital, particularly for wills and estate matters.

How much will my legal matter cost?

Costs vary with the type and complexity of your matter. We will discuss fees with you upfront so you understand what to expect.

How long will my matter take?

This depends on the type of matter, its complexity, and whether it can be resolved by agreement or needs court involvement. We will give you guidance based on your circumstances.

Will I have to go to court?

Not necessarily. Many matters can be resolved through negotiation or agreement. Court is generally a last resort.

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