About Us

The Practice has had offices in Allora since before 1900 and in Warwick before 1920. Although it has undergone several name changes over the years, it has always served the communities of the Southern Darling Downs and continues to do so.

The firm’s main office is situated in Warwick and visits Inglewood every fortnight.

Gavin Stewart

Partner/Principal/Senior Solicitor -  gavin@lilleys.com.au

The principal of Lilley, Spanner, and Stacey Solicitors, Gavin Stewart has been a Family Law Specialist for 25 years and is Warwick’s only Family Law Specialist.  He is complimented by Family Law solicitors Heather Gibbons and Michael Seymour & has gained considerable experience in

• House and Land Transfers
• Farm, and Business Transfers
• Wills
• Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Deceased Estates (including General Estate Administration and Contesting of Wills)
• Leases
• Commercial matters.

He is also able to do Family Court online.

Outside of work, Gavin enjoys gardening, model trains, reading and spending time with his family.

Ian Stacey

Partner - ian@lilleys.com.au

Ian Stacey is a third-generation resident of Warwick. He started working with this office in 1978 and after obtaining his Law Degree subsequently became a partner in the practice. During his time in the law, Ian has gained considerable experience in

• House and Land Transfers
• Farm, and Business Transfers
• Wills
• Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Deceased Estates (including General Estate Administration and Contesting of Wills)
• Leases
• Commercial matters.

Heather Gibbons

Family Law Solicitor - heather@lilleys.com.au

Heather Gibbons is an experienced solicitor who can guide and support you through your Family Law issues including

• Divorce
• Property Settlement
• Parenting Arrangements
• Family Violence Orders
• Financial Agreements

Verushka Benkendorff

Solicitor - verushka@lilleys.com.au

Verushka Benkendorff is an experienced solicitor who can guide and support you through issues including

• Residential Conveyancing
• Rural Property Transactions – including sales, purchases, and gifting
• Water Allocation Transfers – both SunWater and the Department of Resources
• Commercial Transactions – including commercial and business property sales and purchases
• Leasing – Retail and Commercial
• Estate Planning – Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, General Powers of Attorney, Advanced Health Directives and Superannuation Binding Death Nominations
• Estate Administration