Elisabeth Baulch

Associate and Practice Manager (Legal)

Elisabeth is a lawyer with expertise in all aspects of disciplinary matters, complex coronial inquests, sentences and hearings.

Elisabeth and Calvin were genuinely compassionate, empathetic and most of all, patient and understanding towards my emotional wellbeing.
Client

Elisabeth is a lawyer who has worked across many disciplinary jurisdictions and has particular expertise in the area of corruption allegations.  Elisabeth is highly experienced in the area of Coronial Inquests having worked on some of the most high-profile coronial proceedings which have occurred in Queensland in the past decade. Elisabeth also works on criminal law files, regularly appearing as a solicitor advocate in the Magistrates Court and instructing counsel in the District and Supreme Court.  Elisabeth’s firm approach to protecting her client’s rights ensures successful outcomes are regularly obtained.

Elisabeth leads Gnech & Associates’ defamation portfolio.

Elisabeth also forms part of the management team at Gnech and Associates through her appointment as the firm’s practice manager – legal.

Elisabeth’s interest in criminal law was sparked by volunteering at a not-for-profit organisation with a predominant focus on advocating for young people between the ages of 10-18 years who are facing criminal charges.

In her spare time, Elisabeth enjoys yoga, watching the stock market and socialising with friends and family.

What Elisabeth can help with:

  • Criminal Law
  • Domestic Violence
  • Disciplinary Law
  • Coronial Inquest
  • Defamation
  • Juvenile Justice Prosecutions
  • Bail Applications

Qualifications and memberships

  • Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Business (Finance) with Distinction
  • Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
  • Queensland Law Society member

The team you need to advocate for your rights.

We understand the unique challenges you face, and our dedicated team are ready to listen and step you through the process of expertly resolving your matter.

Criminal
Law

Criminal Law

If you have been charged with a criminal offence, we will deliver the best possible legal strategy tailored to you.

  • Assault
  • Robbery
  • Fraud
  • Drug offences
  • Murder
  • Manslaughter and Industrial manslaughter
  • Sex offences
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Public nuisance and other street offences
  • Workplace health and safety

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Professional
Misconduct

Professional Misconduct

If you have been charged with professional misconduct, you need expert legal advice from a team with decades of experience.

  • Lawyers, police officers, medical professionals, teachers, security providers
  • Investigations by other regulatory authorities
  • Councillor misconduct
  • Disciplinary investigations
  • Workplace investigations
  • Crime and Corruption Commission investigations

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Domestic
Violence

Domestic Violence

If you need expert legal advice as the respondent or aggrieved spouse to a domestic violence application, we are here.

  • Police protection notices
  • Temporary protection orders
  • Domestic violence orders
  • Breach of protection order
  • Challenging of protection order
  • Variations to domestic violence orders

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Corruption Investigations and CCC Hearings

Corruption Investigations and CCC Hearings

If you are being investigated for corruption or have been summoned to answer questions by the Crime and Corruption Commission, we will provide expert legal representation in this unique area of law.

  • Corruption investigations
  • CCC hearings

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Coronial Inquests and Commissions of Inquiries

Coronial Inquests and Commissions of Inquiries

If you are called as a witness in a Coronial Inquest or Commission of Inquiry, we will guide you through the process of giving evidence and ensure your rights are protected.

  • Coronial inquests
  • Commissions of inquiries

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Defamation

Defamation

We will assist you by taking proactive steps in combatting defamatory material that is damaging to you, your loved ones and your career.

  • Cease and desist notices
  • Internet ‘take down notices’
  • Concerns notices
  • Defamation claims
  • Settlement

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Workplace Health and Safety Investigations

Workplace Health and Safety Investigations

We will provide the legal expertise necessary to ensure your workplace health and safety investigations are conducted in compliance with regulatory standards.

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Other Areas of Law

Other Areas of Law

We are experienced in additional areas of law including:

  • Traffic offences
  • Drink driving offences
  • Judicial reviews
  • Malicious prosecutions
  • RSPCA prosecutions
  • Unfair dismissals
  • Workplace investigations
  • Industrial disputes
  • Bullying actions against employers
  • Blue Cards
  • Weapons Act licensing proceedings
  • Reprisals
  • Human rights violations – defence and applications
  • Anti-discrimination matters
  • Parole applications
  • Information privacy breaches

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