Mooloolaba Law

QLD Law Society Accredited

Peter J. Arthur

LLB (Hons)

Managing Partner & Specialist in Commercial Litigation

30+ Years Experience

Professional Credentials

Expert Litigator

Recognised as an expert litigator by fellow senior lawyers, awarded the Commercial Litigation Specialist Accreditation by the Chief Justice in 2010.

Registered Adjudicator

Specialised authority in BCIPA matters, providing expert adjudication for complex construction disputes.

Member Since 1994

Decades of Legal Mastery

With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Peter J. Arthur has established himself as a pillar of the legal community in Queensland and beyond.

Peter completed his law degree with honours at the University of Adelaide before pursuing a career through some of the world’s most prestigious legal environments. As a Queensland Law Society approved Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation, he brings a level of expertise matched by few in the region.

His professional background is marked by tenures as a senior associate with Australian top-tier firms Phillips Fox and Clayton Utz, as well as international experience with the prominent U.K. firm Bevan Ashford. This global perspective is invaluable when navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional commercial disputes.

Now based on the Sunshine Coast, Peter’s practice is defined by a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the law across several jurisdictions, including the UK, South Australia, Northern Territory, and Western Australia.

Admissions

  • High Court of Australia
  • Supreme Court of Queensland
  • Supreme Court of England & Wales

Education

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
University of Adelaide

“It is very satisfying to be judged favourably by my peers. There are only a handful of QLD Law Society approved Commercial Litigation Accredited Specialists in Queensland.”

Peter J. Arthur

Career Milestones

A career defined by excellence across the world's most respected legal institutions.

1980s

University of Adelaide — LLB (Hons)

Completed Bachelor of Laws with Honours, laying the foundation for a distinguished legal career.

Early Career

Phillips Fox — Senior Associate

Developed specialist expertise at one of Australia's leading national law firms, focusing on commercial litigation.

Mid Career

Bevan Ashford — London, UK

Gained international experience with the prominent U.K. firm, building a global perspective on multi-jurisdictional disputes.

Pre-2000

Clayton Utz — Senior Associate

Consolidated top-tier experience at one of Australia's pre-eminent law firms before establishing his Sunshine Coast practice.

1994

Mooloolaba Law — Founded

Established Mooloolaba Law, bringing top-tier expertise to the Sunshine Coast and building a reputation for outstanding client results.

2010

QLS Accredited Specialist — Commercial Litigation

Awarded the Commercial Litigation Specialist Accreditation by the Chief Justice — the only such specialist on the Sunshine Coast.

Ongoing

Registered BCIPA Adjudicator

Maintains registration as an adjudicator under the Building and Construction Industry Payments Act, serving clients across Queensland.

Ready to Work With Peter?

With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Peter J. Arthur has established himself as a pillar of the legal community in Queensland and beyond.

As the only Queensland Law Society approved Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation on the Sunshine Coast, Peter brings unmatched expertise to every matter he handles.

Contact us today to discuss how Peter and the team at Mooloolaba Law can assist with your legal matter.