Elizabeth Gore-Jones, admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 1994 and later the High Court of Australia, has carved a significant niche in business and franchise law. With a career marked by both challenge and reward, Elizabeth thrives on the dynamic interactions she enjoys with a diverse clientele. Her clients range from entrepreneurs embarking on new ventures and first-time business owners to seasoned professionals facing complex challenges, all seeking her expertise in various business and franchise-related legal matters. Her leadership is evident in her role as deputy chair of the Queensland Law Society Franchising Committee, coupled with her previous involvement with the Women in Franchising committee and the QLD chapter committee of the Franchise Council of Australia. A former member of the Franchise Council of Australia, Elizabeth's commitment to education is showcased through her lectures on franchising law to PLT students at Bond University. She is also a regular presenter on Australian Consumer Law and franchising at notable legal symposia, having presented in Cairns and Townsville. Elizabeth's proficiency extends to the establishment of franchise systems across diverse sectors such as photography, retail clothing, and children's sports. Her expertise has also facilitated the expansion of Australian franchise systems into international markets like New Zealand. As the Principal at The Franchise & Business Lawyers since 2012, Elizabeth has dedicated over a decade to providing commercially sound legal advice rooted in practical solutions. Her prior role as Special Counsel at Bywaters Timms Lawyers and Clayton Utz further cemented her reputation as a trusted legal advisor in the field. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Queensland University of Technology, completed between 1989 and 1993, forming the foundation of her distinguished legal career. Her dedication to her clients and relentless pursuit of practical, effective legal solutions continues to mark her as a leader in her field.
Principal
The Franchise & Business Lawyers
Mar 2012 - Present • 14 years 8 months
Special Counsel
Bywaters Timms Lawyers
Jun 2008 - Mar 2012 • 3 years 9 months
Special Counsel
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 • 1 year
LLB
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
1989 - 1993
Last checked: 22 Sept 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
