When you walk into our Newcastle office, you’ll sit down with a lawyer who listens and explains what’s happening with your case and what your options are. Whether you’re dealing with an injury, a workplace issue, or something more personal, our professional team of lawyers take the time to understand each situation properly before mapping out a plan. Our job is to make sure you understand what’s going on, feel supported through the process, and stay in control of the decisions that matter to you.
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From the city and the beaches to the coalfields, Lake Macquarie and across the wider Hunter, the Hall Payne team provides trusted, accessible legal partnership.
Whether clients are navigating workplace disputes, professionals facing regulatory matters or complex estates, our professionals bring decades of experience and a genuine human touch to every situation.
Our Newcastle lawyers are known for their thorough communication, strong advocacy and deep respect for every client who puts their trust in us. With long-standing ties to workers, families and professionals across the Hunter region, they bring extensive expertise to every case.
Luke is recognised as one of Australia’s leading employment lawyers, with 24 years’ experience advising executives, unions and employees across complex employment, industrial relations, defamation and professional conduct matters.
Joseph specialises in employment and industrial relations, using his expertise to advocate for employees and unions and drive positive legal outcomes that address inequality and injustice.
Craig combines his background in psychology and law to provide empathetic, client-focused support while drawing on experience across employment, migration, property and commercial law.
