Agricultural Law & Rural Business Lawyers Townsville, Mount Isa & North Queensland

Supporting Regional Landholders with Practical Legal Advice

North Queensland’s agricultural landscape is as diverse as the people who work it. From family-run cane farms and cattle stations, to multi-generational horticultural businesses, agri-exporters, and landholders managing leases, water access, and rural succession planning.

At Cohen Legal, we understand the intersection between land, business, family, and community. Based in Townsville and Mount Isa, servicing clients across Charters Towers, Ingham and beyond, we work with primary producers and agribusinesses to provide legal clarity, resolve disputes, and protect rural interests.

Whether you’re renegotiating a lease, resolving a boundary or fencing issue, navigating water use compliance, or planning for succession, we offer the legal support that helps keep your operations moving forward.

Why Agricultural Law Requires a Regional Lens

Agriculture is at the heart of North Queensland, and rural businesses face legal challenges that are unique to the land, the climate, and the industry.

Unlike urban businesses, rural clients face added complexity with land tenure, biosecurity, climate resilience, shifting regulations, and high-value assets often held across generations.

We’ve seen firsthand how poorly drafted agreements, unresolved co-ownership structures, or unclear succession plans can lead to unnecessary disputes, family conflict, or business disruption.

Cohen Legal offers legal support that respects the operational realities of life on the land — and provides clear, strategic advice to help you make informed decisions at the right time.

Rural Leasing, Licences & Land Access

At Cohen Legal we draft, review, and negotiate rural leases, agistment agreements, and licence arrangements. We also advise on rights of access, stock routes, crown land issues, and negotiating infrastructure access for mining, telecommunications, or energy providers.

Property Sales, Purchases & Water Rights

Our team can handle the full transaction process for rural land sales and acquisitions, including water entitlements, easements, and land use considerations. Our team ensures every title, condition and transfer aligns with your commercial and operational interests.

Agri-Business Contracts & Disputes

Our lawyers can assist with supply chain agreements, partnership structures, co-operative arrangements, and commercial disputes related to non-performance, defective inputs, or unfair trading practices. We also represent clients in mediation, QCAT, or formal court proceedings when needed.

Boundary, Easement & Fencing Disputes

From encroachment to easement disagreements, we help clarify property rights and negotiate practical solutions, or escalate matters where resolution isn’t possible. We understand the delicate nature of neighbour disputes and work to reduce long-term fallout.

Why Choose Cohen Legal

• Based in Townsville, working across Mount Isa & regional QLD
• Deep experience in property, business and rural succession law
• Practical, jargon-free advice tailored to regional realities
• Strong litigation background when disputes escalate