Cooper Grace Ward’s tax team has been recognised across multiple categories in the 2026 Doyles Guide rankings, reflecting the strength of the firm’s tax advisory and tax controversy practice in Queensland.
The firm has been named among the Leading Tax Law Firms – Queensland rankings in the Second Tier, for the eighth consecutive year since 2019.
Partner Linda Tapiolas is ranked Preeminent in the Leading Tax Advisory Lawyers – Queensland rankings, continuing her strong run of recognition, having been listed consistently since 2020.Special counsel Tom Walrut appears for the second year in this category as a Recommended tax advisory lawyer.
Both Tom and special counsel Joanne Casburn are listed as Recommended in Doyles Guide’s inaugural ranking of Leading Tax Controversy Lawyers – Queensland, which recognises lawyers practising in tax controversy and litigation matters.
These Doyles Guide rankings are based on client and peer feedback and highlight the strength and continued growth of the firm’s tax team.


