Joshua McDiarmid
Joshua was called to the bar in 2025 having worked predominantly in dispute resolution following his admission to the profession in 2015.
Joshua has worked in leading North Queensland and National firms and brings a wealth of experience in civil litigation with a focus on clients in the construction and insolvency sectors.
Joshua is also experienced in administrative law (such as matters involving the Queensland Building and Construction Commission) and is accepting briefs in family matters.
Practice Areas:
Administrative Law
Bankruptcy & Insolvency
Body Corporate
Building & Construction
Commission Disputes
Dispute Resolution
Equitable Relief
Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
Published Cases:
SCEAS Pty Ltd v Terranova [2026] QDC 60 led (speaking role) by Michael Jonsson KC
Dollar Quality Pty Ltd v Queensland Building and Construction Commission [2026] QCAT 339 led by Sean Kelly
Crossland Auctus Resources Pty Ltd [2026] QSC 74 led by Michael Jonsson KC
Heidke v Le Tourneur [2026] QDC 18 led by Michael Jonsson KC
Chief Executive of the Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development v Torres Strait Island Regional Council [2025] QCA 176 led by Michael Jonsson KC
McConaghy v The Ship MV 2000 (No 3) [2024] QSC 92 (solicitor-advocate)