Australian specialist personal injury firm, Law Partners has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Newcastle-based Catherine Henry Lawyers (CHL).
The acquisition commenced from 27 January 2026 and will see CHL’s people and practice transition into Law Partners to help expand on the firm’s presence in Newcastle and add to its specialist medical negligence capability.
Founding Partner at Law Partners, Shane Butcher said the acquisition is a significant and positive step for both firms and the communities they represent.
“Catherine Henry Lawyers has earned an exceptional reputation over many years, particularly for its work in medical negligence,” Shane said.
“This acquisition brings together two teams with a shared commitment to client advocacy and legal excellence. Strengthening our presence in Newcastle and the Hunter region means we can support even more Australians who are seeking help with what can be very complex medical negligence claims.”
Founder and Principal of CHL, Catherine Henry said the alignment of values and shared focus on client outcomes made the decision a natural one for her and her team.
“Law Partners shares our dedication to compassionate, high-quality legal representation,” Catherine said.
“The joining of our two firms is an excellent outcome for our clients. It also ensures our dedicated staff will continue to thrive, while strengthening our ability to deliver for communities across Newcastle, the Hunter region and rural communities across the state.
“I couldn’t be happier with the strong alignment between our practices and our combined ability to support clients through complex medical malpractice, health regulatory and professional negligence matters.”
Catherine will continue in a senior leadership role within Law Partners’ health law and medical negligence team, with her current team continuing to report to her.
Over the coming months, both leadership teams will work closely to ensure a smooth and seamless integration for clients and staff.
This strategic acquisition reflects Law Partners’ continued investment in its specialist practices and its commitment to expanding access to personal injury services across NSW and Australia.
IMAGE | Founder and Principal of Catherine Henry Lawyers, Catherine Henry with Founding Partner of Law Partners, Shane Butcher.
