Burke Mead Lawyers Newcastle specialises in personal injury and compensation law, focusing on accidents and injuries across New South Wales. The Newcastle team represents clients in motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, public liability incidents, medical negligence and institutional abuse matters, providing practical guidance and skilled advocacy through every stage of the claim. The firm combines experienced solicitors with a client centric approach to deliver clear explanations of rights, transparent costs, and proactive support from first consultation to resolution.

The firm operates across New South Wales with offices in Newcastle and Sydney, Maitland, Port Stephens and Central Coast, enabling clients to access experienced lawyers close to home. Burke Mead Lawyers is recognised for its specialization in personal injury compensation, including workers compensation, public liability and medical negligence cases, and has built a reputation for thorough case preparation, direct client communication and informed negotiations with insurers. The multidisciplinary team includes managing director Emma Mead and several senior associates who bring decades of combined experience to complex claims.

Client service at Burke Mead Lawyers Newcastle centers on clear, plain language explanations, timely updates and practical guidance designed to remove confusion from the compensation process. The firm offers accessible appointment options and dedicated attention from solicitors who understand the emotional and financial impact of injury, with an emphasis on achieving the best possible outcome for each client through a combination of negotiation, mediation and when necessary litigation.

About Burke Mead Lawyers - Newcastle

11 people in their team


Practice areas
Accidents & Injuries
Insurance
Lawsuits & Disputes
Civil & Human Rights

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Accidents & Injuries

Burke Mead Lawyers Newcastle specialises in personal injury and compensation matters, handling motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, public liability incidents, medical negligence and institutional abuse claims. The firm guides clients through the claims process, negotiates with insurers and, when needed, pursues litigation to maximise compensation while keeping clients informed at every step.
Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death

Insurance

The practice assists clients with insurer related matters including superannuation and TPD claims, reviewing policy terms, compiling medical and financial evidence, negotiating settlements with insurers, and pursuing court remedies when necessary to ensure entitled benefits are paid.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

Lawsuits & Disputes

Burke Mead Lawyers Newcastle represents clients in civil disputes arising from personal injury claims, offering robust case preparation, skilled negotiation, mediation and litigation to secure fair outcomes and timely resolutions for clients.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Civil & Human Rights

The firm represents victims in civil rights and abuse matters, including institutional and church abuse claims. Burke Mead Lawyers coordinates with redress schemes, investigates claims and advocates for compensation, accountability and access to remedies for survivors.
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

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