When medical care falls short and causes harm, Counterpart Law is here to help you remedy that harm. 

With Principal Jennifer Newman recently named in Doyle’s Guide as a Leading Medical Negligence Lawyer, Counterpart Law is perfectly placed to offer considered, expert advice about whether you have a claim. 

Working together, we can help you find accountability and clarity in a difficult time.

If you’ve been injured in a public place, on the road, or at work because of someone else’s actions or negligence you may be entitled to compensation.

We’ll explain your options clearly, manage the process, and work to get you a fair outcome, and get your life back on track.

Workplace issues can affect anyone, whether you're an employee facing an unfair dismissal or a difficult workplace situation, or an employer trying to manage risk and get it right.

We advise employees on unfair dismissal, general protections, discrimination, and workplace disputes, and help them understand their rights and options at each stage.

We also assist employers with workplace investigations, policy and contract review, and managing disputes before they escalate, giving practical, commercially minded advice that reflects the realities of running a business.

Whichever side of the table you're on, we'll give you clear advice and a sensible path forward.

When a product, service, or contract you’ve paid for doesn’t live up to its promise, Counterpart Law can help you understand and enforce your protections under consumer law.

From informal complaints to Tribunal representation, we’ll support you to take sensible, effective steps to resolve your issue.

Not every disagreement needs to end in court but when it does, you want someone who knows the system and is on your side.

We help clients resolve disputes with a focus on practical outcomes, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Our approach is strategic, proportionate, and always grounded in your goals.

Legal issues that centre around your property can be fraught. Counterpart Law will help you understand your rights and navigate the complexities of strata law with calm, clear guidance.

We assist owners, committees, and residents with everything from by-law enforcement and dispute resolution to levy recovery and governance concerns.

Inquests are about finding the truth, but they can also be daunting and emotionally taxing.

We assist families and interested parties through the coronial process, ensuring your voice is heard and your questions are pursued. 

Dealing with insurance companies when something has gone wrong is another pressure at an already challenging time.

Counterpart Law handles a limited number of insurance matters, focusing on areas we know are likely to be contested by insurance companies. 

If you’re a triathlete with a bicycle claim, we have the expertise required to ensure your equipment can be replaced at the standard you need. 

Whether you’re a tenant or a landlord, having an external advocate when rental issues arise can ease the stress.

We advise clients across Australia on their rights and responsibilities under state and territory tenancy laws and represent them in negotiations and Tribunal proceedings where needed.

From lease disputes to repairs and bond claims, we provide practical, timely support to help you resolve issues and move forward with confidence.

If you’ve experienced violence or trauma, we offer sensitive, informed, and respectful representation when it matters most.  Having navigated the system many times, we’re here to help you apply for financial assistance and recognition payments through the Victims Support Scheme.

We understand the toll this process can take on victims, so we always approach this work with empathy, clarity, and care.  

Helping you access support with dignity while you maintain choice and control is the bedrock of our approach in these matters. 

We assist select individuals and small businesses with efficient, proportionate debt recovery, from letters of demand through to court action if necessary.