Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Australia
Established in 2004, Meridian Lawyers is a national law firm with offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth, and Sydney. Our approach focuses on delivering cost-effective legal services while understanding the key issues facing clients. We collaborate with industry leaders and regulators to adapt and drive success, guided by values of teamwork, excellence, creativity, trust, and social responsibility. Our team of 35 Principals includes 30 dedicated insurance specialists, and we are recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Insurance Law.We prioritize ongoing education, bespoke training programs, and knowledge-sharing to stay innovative in a regulated environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a culture of mutual respect and empowers our people to succeed. We are an equal opportunities employer with family-friendly policies and have adopted the Australian Law Council's Diversity and Equality Charter. Our unique company structure ensures we assemble teams with the right legal skills, industry experience, and regional knowledge to meet client needs.
Services
Insurance Law
Corporate Advisory
Workplace Relations
Commercial Litigation
Health Law
Cyber Security
Wills and Estate Planning
Class Actions
Defamation
Regulatory Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have 30 dedicated insurance specialists with extensive industry experience
- Recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Insurance Law by Best Law Firms Australia
- Award-winning team with 31 lawyers acknowledged in Best Lawyers in Australia
- Strategic alliances with leading international law firms like Donaldson & Burkinshaw
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly workplace policies
Services
Insurance Law
Meridian Lawyers provides comprehensive insurance law services including claims management, litigation, and regulatory advice. We represent insurers, underwriters, and self-insured entities with expertise in Europe and Singapore markets. Our team helps clients implement risk management strategies while maintaining a focus on cost-effectiveness and commercial astuteness.
Corporate Advisory
Our corporate advisory services guide clients through commercial dealings with industry-specific expertise. We assist with transactions, governance, and regulatory compliance for Australian and multinational companies. Our advice addresses legal and commercial contingencies while aligning with clients' strategic business objectives across various sectors including healthcare and financial services.
Workplace Relations
Meridian's workplace relations team offers strategic advice on employment contracts, industrial disputes, and work health safety. We provide representation in enterprise bargaining, unfair dismissal claims, and disciplinary processes while helping clients navigate restructuring and redundancy requirements through a practical, coordinated approach.
Commercial Litigation
We deliver focused commercial litigation services with early-stage strategy planning and client involvement. Our team handles complex contract disputes, asset tracing, and class actions using lean teams and technology to maintain efficiency. We prioritize timely resolution while managing litigation of all sizes with personalized service.
Health Law
As one of Australia's largest health law practices, we advise insurers and healthcare providers on regulatory compliance, medical negligence, and professional indemnity claims. Our team combines legal expertise with sector-specific knowledge of pharmacy, dental, and allied health services while maintaining relationships with national healthcare peak bodies.
Questions
What areas of law does Meridian Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in insurance law, corporate and commercial law, workplace relations, commercial litigation, health law, and regulatory compliance with national and international capabilities.
In which cities does Meridian Lawyers operate?
We have offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth, and Sydney, providing nationwide legal services across Australia.
How experienced is Meridian Lawyers' team?
With 35 Principals including 30 insurance specialists and over 200 employees, our team combines deep legal expertise with industry-specific knowledge across multiple practice areas.
What awards has Meridian Lawyers received?
We've been recognized as Insurance Law Firm of the Year, ranked Tier 1 in Insurance Law, and had 31 lawyers acknowledged in Best Lawyers in Australia while maintaining multiple industry accolades.
Does Meridian Lawyers offer international legal services?
Yes, we provide cross-border legal advice with experience in Europe and Singapore markets, including representation for Lloyd's Syndicates and international insurance/reinsurance matters.
