Pippa Colman Family Law Expands to Townsville
A New Location. The Same Trusted Expertise
As we approach our 25-year milestone, we are proud to share an important new chapter in our firm’s journey.
On the 3rd March 2026, Pippa Colman Family Law will open a dedicated office in Townsville, expanding our specialist family law services into North Queensland.
This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to ensuring families in both the Sunshine Coast and Townsville regions have access to highly experienced, strategic and compassionate family law representation.
Led by Senior Associate Nicole Turnbull
Our Townsville office will be led by Senior Associate Nicole Turnbull, an experienced family lawyer practising across property and parenting matters, including complex financial settlements involving companies and family trusts.
“I am thrilled to be leading the Townsville office and to provide North Queensland families with accessible, specialist family law support,” Nicole said.
“Our approach is grounded in clarity, preparation and strong advocacy, while recognising that clients are navigating deeply personal circumstances. Being based locally means we can offer responsive, practical advice with genuine insight into the Townsville community.”
Nicole also has significant experience in parenting matters and has previously been appointed as an Independent Children’s Lawyer.
A Meaningful Return to North Queensland
The expansion is particularly meaningful for Director Samantha Bolton, who has longstanding family ties to Townsville.
“Townsville has always been close to my heart,” Samantha said.
“Having grown up here and with deep family connections to the region, this expansion is both professionally and personally significant. It is important to us that regional clients have access to the same strategic, high-quality representation available in metropolitan centres.”
25 Years of Specialist Family Law
Founded in 2001, Pippa Colman Family Law has built a strong reputation on the Sunshine Coast for delivering personalised, strategic advice guided by integrity and empathy.
Our Founder, Pippa Colman, reflected on the milestone:
“When I established Pippa Colman Family Law 25 years ago, my vision was to build a firm known for strategic excellence, integrity and genuine care for our clients. Expanding into Townsville is a proud milestone in that journey. It reflects the strength of our team, the trust our clients place in us, and our commitment to ensuring families across Queensland have access to highly skilled family law representation.
I am especially proud to see Nicole leading our Townsville office. Her leadership, experience and understanding of the region make her the ideal person to guide this next chapter.”
Depth of Expertise, Now in Townsville
Pippa Colman Family Law is proud to have three Accredited Specialists on our team, alongside three lawyers who hold Master of Laws qualifications. This depth of expertise reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standard of family law advice.
Clients in Townsville will now benefit from access to that same level of specialist capability.
A Long-Term Commitment to North Queensland
Our Townsville office represents a long-term investment in the region. We look forward to building strong professional relationships and supporting local families through significant life transitions with clarity, preparation and care.
If you would like to learn more about our Townsville office or make an appointment, please contact our reception team.