Catherine Henry Lawyers and Hamilton Janke Lawyers are amongst local law firms who were represented in the 2025 Doyles Guide rankings.
Catherine Henry Lawyers was recognised for its ninth year in a row, with Principal Catherine Henry named amongst NSW’s top medical negligence lawyers (Plaintiff), one of only three from regional NSW to appear in the top 16.
Partners of Hamilton Janke Lawyers, Drew Hamilton and James Janke, were recognised as Preeminent Criminal Lawyers in regional NSW, with Drew also named in the Leading New South Wales Traffic and DUI Lawyers category.
James said the awards capped off what has been a busy year for the firm, including introducing Solicitor Cielle Perrin to the team and welcoming back Alexandra White who has been promoted to Senior Associate and Georgina Price who has been promoted to Senior Solicitor.
“These awards once again show that regional law firms such as Hamilton Janke Lawyers provide local knowledge and an unmatched, personal level of service and expertise that the people of Newcastle and the Hunter Valley deserve,” James said.
Hamilton Janke Lawyers also recently relocated their office due to the expansion of the firm.
“We are excited about this new opportunity to increase our services and availability to the people of Newcastle and the Hunter Valley whilst still providing the same rigorous advice and individual representation that has made Hamilton Janke Lawyers market leaders in criminal law,” Drew said.
Catherine, Principal at Catherine Henry Lawyers said the firm brings over 70 years of combined experience in both health and medical law to ensure Hunter locals receive the support they need.
“Living in a regional or remote area shouldn’t limit your access to quality healthcare or legal representation,” Catherine said.
“We’ve built our practice to ensure people outside metropolitan centres can seek justice when things go wrong.”
The Doyles Guide recognises leading lawyers, barristers and law firms in Australia and New Zealand through a peer-review process.
IMAGE | Partners of Hamilton Janke Lawyers, Drew Hamilton and James Janke.
