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Osborne Butler Lawyers

Osborne Butler Lawyers

4.7(59 reviews)See reviews ↓·Cairns

About the company

Osborne Butler Lawyers is a criminal law firm with over 40 years of combined experience. The firm operates from Cairns, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast. It handles criminal and traffic matters in all courts in Queensland and cases Australia-wide. The team works exclusively in all areas of criminal law. Scott Osborne and Mark Butler are Principal Lawyers.

Tom Mohun, Nick Westcott, and Gabe Hanmer are Lawyers. Osborne Butler provides criminal law services covering investigations, negotiations with the Prosecution, court preparation, and representation during hearings. It also provides traffic law services and domestic violence law services, including handling domestic violence orders (DVOs).

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Osborne Butler Lawyers is the practice several clients turn to for criminal defence work, and the accounts left by them describe matters progressing from initial advice through to court appearances and trial strategy. Scott Osborne is named most often, and the praise attached to him is consistent: he is said to explain each stage of a matter clearly, to show genuine care for clients and their families, and to argue firmly on their behalf. Gabe is singled out for professionalism and persistence in a case where the charges were ultimately dropped, while Mark Butler is credited with deep knowledge of criminal law and an eye for detail that proves decisive.

Sharon draws similar remarks for the quality of her advice and for keeping clients informed about costs and progress, including when they are based interstate. A detail many reviews return to is how quickly clients were put at ease in stressful circumstances, with communication, transparency and steady guidance recurring throughout. Alison and James are named alongside Scott for their commitment and direct manner. The feedback centres on criminal defence representation, clear explanations and support from the first meeting to the final result.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Dylan Thomas9 June 2026

I cannot speak highly enough of Nick Westcott. From the outset, the odds appeared stacked against me. During an earlier court appearance, the judge was inclined to impose a no contact order, yet through skilled advocacy, strategic reasoning, and a thorough understanding of the facts, Nick successfully persuaded the court otherwise. Rather than simply reacting to events as they unfolded, Nick approached the matter with foresight and meticulous preparation. By the time of the final hearing, he had assembled and presented the case so effectively that when the material was put before the judge, the charges were thrown out entirely. What sets Nick apart is not merely his knowledge of the law, but his intellectual acuity, composure under pressure, and ability to identify the decisive issues in a case. His advocacy is measured, persuasive, and highly effective. In a profession where credibility, strategic thinking, and courtroom skill are paramount, Nick operates at an exceptionally high level. I am profoundly grateful for his representation and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking legal counsel of the highest calibre. His professionalism, dedication, and ability to achieve results when the stakes are at their highest are truly exceptional. Five stars without hesitation.

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John Kirk29 May 2026

Scott I would say connects with you in a way that you can describe as a concerned part of your family. He not only works ridiculous hours but he takes it personally to get you the best possible outcome he can get you. He has kept my family together and become family by doing so. Shoots straight from the hip and doesn’t sugar coat anything. Says it how it is. I can’t give this guy any better review than the best lawyer in Cairns. Thanks Scott you will never be forgotten from our family

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Greg Walters19 May 2026

Nick Westcott has been my Lawyer for the past 3 years working on my case and I can honestly say that he is an amazing lawyer that knows what he’s doing and doesn’t take a backward step. He is extremely professional and hard working and his attention to detail is second to none. Thank you Nick for all of your support and your tireless work and dedication achieved the result that we set out to achieve.

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Shane Moller13 May 2026

My experience with Osborne Butler Lawyers was exceptional. Mark Butler and his team demonstrated true professionalism, providing guidance, understanding, and unwavering support throughout my journey. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless thanks to Mark’s expertise, dedication, and attention to detail. His transparency, empathy, and professionalism made a challenging time much easier to navigate. Mark and the team went above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcome for myself and my family, and I couldn’t be more grateful for their support at the time. I highly recommend Osborne Butler Lawyers to anyone in need of legal assistance. Their commitment, integrity, and genuine care truly set them apart. An absolutely outstanding experience with a winning result!

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Russell Summers7 May 2026

I had Scott represent me in Court to day with only 3 days notice and I could not have asked for a more professional, but down to earth, straight shooting Lawyer. From the moment we meet he sensed my stress and after talking me through the scenario's I realised Scott was the Lawyer for me. I definitely made the right choice and I could not have asked for a better outcome, thanks again!

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Robert phillip26 March 2026

I have nothing bad to say about this law firm but unfortunately they took on Connor Davey who was meant to represent me in court against the public guardian that made decisions that led to my grand daughter being molested and Connor who was meant to help me just made a deal with prosecution and neglected to tell the judge even when asked that my reason for having word's with the public guardian was due to the molesting of a young girl of three years old, instead let prosecution say it was a keyboard hero, Both Connor and the prosecution withheld vital information, Would not use Connor Davey for any matters at hand, He is not trustworthy even after saying that he would tell the judge my reason for the words said, This is all in my opinion and experience, This was when Connor was with another legal firm not this one.

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Shauna Campbell29 January 2026

Scott Osborne is an incredible lawyer. From the very beginning, he made me feel heard, respected, and supported during one of the most stressful times of my life. His compassion, patience, and dedication went far beyond what I expected. He genuinely cares about his clients and fights hard for them. I am truly grateful for everything he did for me and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer they can trust.

Criminal lawyers in Cairns compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 3 businesses in this category in Cairns are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Mansia Bovey & Company Lawyers★ 5,032No
2Coral Coast Law★ 5,04No
3Osborne Butler Lawyers (this page)★ 4,759No
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Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed