Our Lawyers
Protecting Your Rights, Defending Your Future.
At Osborne Butler Lawyers, our dedicated team brings unmatched expertise and constant commitment to your case, ensuring you achieve the best possible outcome. We live and breathe justice, ensuring fairness prevails in every legal case. We stand by our clients championing justice and navigating every challenge together.
Trust The Team That Fiercely Fights By Your Side, Every Step Of The Way
We’re here to listen, support and provide the legal advice you need, when you need it most. Our dedicated team is always ready to discuss your case and help you find the best path forward.
You Are Only One Call Away From Peace Of Mind
No matter the hour or day of the week, if you need help, do not hesitate to call Osborne Butler Lawyers. Place your trust in us to fiercely champion your justice and freedom, tailored to your unique circumstances.
Scott Osborne
Principal Lawyer
Scott Osborne is a Principal Lawyer and co-founder of Osborne Butler Lawyers. With over two decades of experience in criminal law, he appears in all courts in Queensland, representing clients in some of the state’s most complex and high-profile matters. Before establishing Osborne Butler, Scott practised in London with Kaim Todner Solicitors and Baxter Brown McArthur, where he gained international experience in criminal defence and trial advocacy. Scott is widely respected for his unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients and is available 24/7 for urgent legal assistance.
Mark Butler
Principal Lawyer
Mark Butler is a Principal Lawyer and co-founder of Osborne Butler. With a career dedicated to criminal law, Mark is experienced in all areas of criminal practice and is recognised for his work across a wide range of high-profile matters in Queensland. Known for securing the best outcomes available, Mark ensures his clients receive the highest standard of legal representation and the right to a fair trial. Available 24/7, Mark provides clear advice and guidance through each stage of the criminal process.
Sharon Giardina
Senior Lawyer
Sharon Giardina is a Senior Lawyer at Osborne Butler with a strategic practice spanning criminal and traffic law across Queensland, and Native Title matters nationally. She brings strong litigation capability, underpinned by rigorous preparation, precise analysis and a results-focused approach to every brief. Sharon’s work is defined by professional discipline, cultural competence and a clear emphasis on delivering informed, practical outcomes for her clients.
Nick Westcott
Lawyer
Nick Westcott is a Lawyer at Osborne Butler with a broad practice spanning criminal, corporate, and commercial law throughout Queensland. In addition to his criminal law work, Nick regularly advises clients in relation to commercial and employment disputes, insolvency, business structuring and restructuring, and administrative law across multiple jurisdictions in Australia. He is valued for his clear and comprehensive advice, careful identification of legal issues in a variety of contexts, and his commitment to achieving the best outcomes available for his clients.
Tom Mohun
Lawyer
Tom Mohun is a Lawyer at Osborne Butler with experience in criminal, traffic, and maritime law. He represents clients throughout Queensland across a broad range of criminal and regulatory matters. Tom’s work spans all stages of the criminal process. He is recognised for his commitment to securing fair and the best outcomes available for his clients.
Gabe Hanmer
Lawyer
Gabe practises in criminal and traffic law across South East Queensland. He represents clients charged with a wide range of criminal and traffic offences and assists them at all stages of the court process. He appears regularly in Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts throughout the region. Known for his approachable and calm manner, Gabe is committed to achieving the best outcomes available for his clients.
Connor Davey
Lawyer
Connor Davey is a Lawyer at Osborne Butler and practises in criminal and traffic law, representing clients across Far North Queensland. Since joining Osborne Butler in 2025, Connor has established himself as a valued member of the team, recognised for his commitment to achieving the best outcomes available for his clients. He acts for clients charged with a range of criminal offences and provides clear guidance at every stage of the criminal process.
Court Locations We Attend
- Cairns
- Brisbane
- Gold Coast
- Atherton
- Mareeba
- Mossman
- Innisfail
- Tablelands
- Thursday Island
- Cooktown
- Weipa
- Cape Yorke
- Mount Isa
- Bundaberg
- Rockhampton
- Hervey Bay
- Charleville
- Townsville
- Bowen
- Proserpine
- Mackay
- Sunshine Coast