Saylor Legal
Services
We practise exclusively in native title and Indigenous law. Every matter we take is in this space, no generalist work, no divided attention.
Native Title Claims (Land and Sea)
David Saylor represents Traditional Owner groups in the Federal Court of Australia. Consent determinations, contested hearings and sea country claims across Queensland and Australia.
Native Title Compensation
Advice and representation for Traditional Owner groups seeking compensation for the extinguishment or impairment of native title rights. David Saylor advises under the framework established in the 2019 Timber Creek decision.
ILUA Negotiations
Legal advice and representation for Traditional Owner groups negotiating Indigenous Land Use Agreements with governments, mining companies, renewable energy proponents and other parties.
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage
Advice for Traditional Owner groups and PBCs on cultural heritage management plans, sacred site protection, disputes and compliance under Queensland and Commonwealth law.
PBC Corporate Governance
Governance advice for Prescribed Body Corporates and Registered Native Title Body Corporates: constitutions, director duties, CATSI Act compliance and dispute resolution.
Dispute Resolution | PBCs and Traditional Owners
Mediation and legal representation for native title disputes, PBC governance conflicts and disagreements between Traditional Owner groups.
Traditional Fishing and Hunting Rights
Legal advice on the right to access land and waters for traditional activities. David Saylor advises native title holders on traditional hunting rights under Australian law and fishing rights under the Native Title Act 1993.