Queensland's Attorney-General has accused her federal counterpart of an "empty gesture" to serve a "cynical political purpose in an election year", after she said George Brandis appointed a new Federal Circuit Court judge to Queensland without consulting, or providing funds for their office.

Yvette D'Ath issued a statement on the "high quality" appointment of Anne Demack to Rockhampton, calling it "extraordinary" that the announcement was made without consultation with herself, the department or the state's Chief Justice.

George Brandis's motives have been questioned after he appointed a Federal Circuit Court judge to Queensland, without consulting, or providing funds for their office. Credit:Daniel Munoz

Ms D'Ath said Rockhampton Court House did not have spare space to accommodate Judge Demack, without "significant renovations".

"There are vital services for locals that operate out of the Rockhampton Court House, including the Supreme Court, the District Court, the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Magistrates Court," she said.