Natalie Smith
Lawyer
Natalie joined Gilshenan & Luton in 2015 and has worked exclusively in the areas of criminal law and professional misconduct since that time.
She has a background in financial administration and brings a detail oriented approach to both her defence and prosecution work. Natalie enjoys untangling complex matters, conducting advanced legal research to assist clients and helping them through what is often a difficult time.
Natalie has represented clients in all courts in Queensland and has conducted QCAT hearings as a solicitor-advocate. She has particular experience in:
- Sexual offences;
- Domestic violence;
- Drug offences;
- Traffic offences; and
- Commissions of inquiry.
Natalie regularly volunteers for a community legal centre and devotes her spare time to skiing, aerial silks and baking.
Recent articles by Natalie
COVID-19 and Home Confinement Direction Queensland
On 29 March 2020, the chief health officer issued the ‘home confinement direction’ – the most restrictive direction so far. So what does it involve?
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Can I get a blue card with a criminal record?
A blue card is the colloquial name for a ‘positive notice’ issued by Blue Card Services, which allows you to work with children. If you have a criminal record, your application for a blue card is not necessarily futile, but may be more complex.
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Charges for possession of dangerous drugs
In Queensland, it is a criminal offence to unlawfully possess a dangerous drug. Penalties can range from good behaviour bonds and probation through to imprisonment.
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Application to remove driver’s licence disqualification
If your driver's licence is disqualified for more than two years, then after you have served a minimum of two years of the disqualification period, you can apply to the court to remove the disqualification.
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