About Our Team
Leading Legal Firm
Cairns Traffic Lawyers was established in 1999 by our founder Derek Perkins. Since then, we have established a reputation for providing quality advice and taking a compassionate, honest approach to traffic and criminal law. We assist clients in Cairns and throughout Queensland with appealing their driving licences.
Our lawyers are fully qualified and trained in this area of law. You can rely on us to be down to earth, organised and efficient. We aim to prepare your documents and case within the strict deadlines of the court procedures for your peace of mind. Call us on 07 4041 4370 to get started.
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At Cairns Traffic Lawyers, we handle all traffic offences. Whether it’s for dangerous driving, speeding or driving with alcohol or drugs in your system, we offer tailored solutions. Our services include representation, negotiation and advice on going to court.
We can also determine if you’re eligible for a work licence or a special hardship order. If you are, we will guide you through the strict criteria and application process. Get in touch with us as soon as possible to improve your chances of a successful outcome. You can find us on 68 Spence Street in Cairns—open 7 days a week.
Derek Perkins
Derek Perkins is an accomplished lawyer and barrister who has been practicing in Queensland for more than 25 years. His level of experience extends through civil, family, criminal litigation and more in the Queensland Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, District Court and Magistrates Court.
Despite his accolades, Derek remains grounded, down-to-earth and approachable. He is a fantastic communicator and applies a personal, yet professional approach to all legal challenges. Derek has a fine-tuned legal instinct and is committed to defending his clients with vigour.
If you’ve been charged with a traffic offence in Cairns, get in touch with Derek today on 0404 896 122.
Joanne Tinham
Joanne Tinham, Legal Secretary of Queensland Lawyers, began working in Law Firms in South Australia as a High school student in 1994.
With almost 30 years of experience in law firms, Joanne has worked in all facets of the legal profession including law firms, barrister chambers and as a judicial support officer in the supreme district court of south Australia. Joanne moved to cairns in 2015.
