A leading independent Australian law firm based in Brisbane, supporting national and international clients
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Comprehensive legal support for public and private companies
Effective advice and claims resolution for insurers and businesses
Securing successful outcomes in commercial disputes
Specialist services for clients and their professional advisers
Legal services for property acquisitions, development, leasing and sales
Employment and safety law advice for Australian employers
Comprehensive legal support for public and private companies
Effective advice and claims resolution for insurers and businesses
Securing successful outcomes in commercial disputes
Specialist services for clients and their professional advisers
Legal services for property acquisitions, development, leasing and sales
Employment and safety law advice for Australian employers
Our legal expertise
Cooper Grace Ward is a leading Australian law firm based in Brisbane.
We are a full-service law firm providing a wide range of legal services, including corporate and commercial, property, business litigation, insurance and family law.
Since our establishment in 1980, Cooper Grace Ward has grown to become one of the largest independent Brisbane based law firms. From our Brisbane CBD office, our lawyers advise listed and private companies, individuals, and local and foreign governments across Queensland and internationally.
Our values
Cooper Grace Ward is known for its outstanding client service and internal culture. We see that both of those things are interrelated. We understand that practising law is not just about knowing the law, it’s about people working together to achieve the best outcomes for clients. This sets us apart from other law firms.
Mutual respect
We show consideration for every person’s unique qualities, contribution and aspirations, being honest, clear and authentic.
Excellence
We work together positively with our team and our clients to understand their needs and deliver our very best every time.
Curiosity
We continuously seek and embrace change that adds value.
Mutual respect
We show consideration for every person’s unique qualities, contribution and aspirations, being honest, clear and authentic.
Excellence
We work together positively with our team and our clients to understand their needs and deliver our very best every time.
Curiosity
We continuously seek and embrace change that adds value.
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What our clients say
Wins praise from both peers and clients for a variety of qualities… business acumen, commercial decision guidance, open and honest discussion, and outstanding client service.
They understand our company’s business and the expectations of both directors and management.
The team provides highly commercial advice. They make it easy for me to pass advice directly on to our senior management, without having to repurpose the information.
Cooper Grace Ward’s experience in my industry and understanding of what I require in my role is second to none.
A practical and sensible outlook, a terrific rapport with clients and an ability to concentrate on the bigger picture and keep the end game in sight.
The Cooper Grace Ward team was exceptional. The quality, including strategy, completeness and advice, was outstanding. Thank you for the hard work and the exceptional result.
I have worked with CGW for many years – they are very consistent in terms of high quality personnel and the commerciality of their advice.
Great to work with and especially excellent at running cases and giving strategic advice.
“Cooper Grace Ward proved invaluable during the process of selling my business. The team were not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also provided patient advice when unexpected issues arose.”
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Work with us
Cooper Grace Ward offers a range of legal jobs in Brisbane across diverse practice areas and business advisory teams. We are a recognised leading law firm and employer of choice, helping legal and business professionals take the next step in their careers.
Our exceptional team culture is founded on our core values of mutual respect, excellence and curiosity. Whether you are a student looking to learn from our experts, a lawyer looking for personalised career progression or a business professional wanting to make an impact, you will find our culture is collaborative, diverse, nurturing and friendly.
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Register yourself or a member of your team for our next Blended mental health first aid training for workplaces course on 5 November 2025, or read on to find out more. Responding to mental illness in your workplace Each year
Learn with us
Cooper Grace Ward offers a comprehensive suite of legal education and training services.
Our lawyers are experienced in delivering high quality presentations to clients, industry bodies and professional associations.