Christopher Bishop

Chris was first called to the bar in 2023, having been admitted as a legal practitioner in 2010. 

Chris practices in all areas of family and relationship law and is regularly briefed to advise and appear in:

• interim hearings and trials in respect of parenting and property matters; 

• mediations and other alternate dispute resolution as counsel; and

• contravention proceedings.

Chris is recognised as a leading expert in the child support scheme, the interpretation and application of its legislation and all associated litigation. He is regularly briefed to advise and appear in matters concerning:

• Binding child support agreements;

• Applications for departure before the Tribunal or the Court;

• Enforcement of outstanding child support; and

• International child maintenance. 

Chris also accepts briefs in administrative and public law, having considerable public sector experience advising and appearing on behalf of Commonwealth Government Departments and Agencies prior to coming to the bar. 

Chris graduated from Monash University with a Master of Laws (JD) and also holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

Contact details:
T: 07 3709 6706
E: cbishop@qldbar.asn.au

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation