
About Us
We don't claim to do everything.
Barry.Nilsson. is a national law firm with a reputation for leadership in the areas of Insurance & Health Law, Family Law and Wills & Estates. The firm has offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart. We are continually adding to our expertise as legal landscapes evolve.
While maintaining our skills at the highest level is essential to our success, we know it takes more to deliver the best outcome for you. We maintain a razor-sharp focus on your circumstances and objectives, and deliver the best outcome for you through a thorough understanding of your needs.
Our history
Barry.Nilsson. was founded in 1963 by John Barry and operated as a general commercial and property law firm. In the early 1970s, John's brother David Barry was joined by Jack Nilsson to form Barry & Nilsson. The firm later grew to include the areas of Family Law and Insurance & Health Law, and changed to Barry.Nilsson. in 2010.
In 2014, Barry.Nilsson. expanded its East Coast footprint and established an Insurance & Health practice in Sydney, before establishing operations in Melbourne in 2015. In 2016, the firm celebrated its national expansion, with the addition of a Family Law practice in Melbourne, an expanded Sydney office and the launch of offices in Hobart and Adelaide. In September 2017 the firm completed its national expansion with the launch of its sixth and final office in Perth.
Practice areas
Insurance
Insurance & Health Law
Barry.Nilsson. has a reputation for providing clients operating in the insurance and health sectors with outstanding legal services.
Our national Insurance & Health practice covers all aspects of insurance, from policy drafting to claims management, the most crucial aspect of operations and profitability.
We are widely regarded as one of the top Insurance & Health law teams in Australia and were named Professional Services Firm of the Year at the 2016, 2017 & 2019 ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards. Due to the quality of our advice and the standard of our service, we develop long-term relationships with our clients. In fact, our clients tell us that they use us because we not only achieve the best outcomes for their businesses but we’re more cost-effective than our competitors.
Family
For more than 50 years, Barry.Nilsson. has been helping families, just like yours, overcome significant challenges and plan for the future following a relationship breakdown or change in family circumstances.
With an experienced team of more than 20 lawyers, including 13 accredited specialists, Barry.Nilsson. provides a full range of family law services in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth, for local, international and expatriate clients, including:
- Property Settlements
- Children’s Disputes
- Domestic Violence
- Separation & Divorce
- Mediation Services
- Wills & Estates
- International Family Law.
We understand everyone’s situation is unique, which is why we provide advice that is tailored to your specific circumstances and requirements. Our team takes the time to understand your situation and listen to your needs, to ensure we are reaching an outcome that allows you to move to the next chapter of your life.
When you engage Barry.Nilsson., you will be working with a trusted team of lawyers that will support you every step of the way, help empower you to resolve your family law matter strategically, and leave you feeling confident that you sought the best possible advice and that the right arrangements are in place for you and your family.
Elder Law
For more than 50 years, Barry.Nilsson. has been helping families, just like yours, overcome significant challenges and plan for the future following a relationship breakdown or change in family circumstances.
With an experienced team of more than 20 lawyers, including 13 accredited specialists, Barry.Nilsson. provides a full range of family law services in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth, for local, international and expatriate clients, including:
- Property Settlements
- Children’s Disputes
- Domestic Violence
- Separation & Divorce
- Mediation Services
- Wills & Estates
- International Family Law.
We understand everyone’s situation is unique, which is why we provide advice that is tailored to your specific circumstances and requirements. Our team takes the time to understand your situation and listen to your needs, to ensure we are reaching an outcome that allows you to move to the next chapter of your life.
When you engage Barry.Nilsson., you will be working with a trusted team of lawyers that will support you every step of the way, help empower you to resolve your family law matter strategically, and leave you feeling confident that you sought the best possible advice and that the right arrangements are in place for you and your family.
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