Expert Lawyer Guide

Top-ranked law firms in Australia

Expert Lawyer Guide ranks leading law firms across every major field of legal practice in Australia. Rankings are peer-reviewed, editorially independent, and updated each year. Browse by practice area, compare profiles, and find the right firm for your matter.

Rankings are independently assessed. No firm can pay to improve its position.

Top 3 Law firms in Australia

Ranked using verified client reviews, experience, and credentials.

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Premium Firms

Top Migration Law Firms

Visa applications, sponsorship, appeals, and citizenship.

Commercial Law

Business contracts, disputes, and commercial advisory.

Corporate

Corporate governance, transactions, and compliance.

Criminal Law

Charges, court representation, and legal defence.

Defamation

Defamation claims, media disputes, and reputation management.

Education

Legal matters for schools, universities, and education providers.

Employment Law

Workplace disputes, unfair dismissal, and employment contracts.

Family Law

Divorce, custody, property settlement, and separation.

Franchising

Franchise agreements, disputes, and compliance.

Health

Legal matters for healthcare providers and the health sector.

Immigration

Visas, residency, appeals, and immigration compliance.

Insolvency

Bankruptcy, liquidation, and corporate restructuring.

Intellectual Property

Trademarks, copyright, patents, and IP disputes.

Litigation

Civil disputes, court proceedings, and dispute resolution.

Liquor Licensing

Liquor licence applications, renewals, and compliance.

Migration

Visa applications, sponsorship, appeals, and citizenship.

Music and Entertainment

Music and entertainment industry contracts and disputes.

Not for Profit

Legal advisory for charities and not-for-profit organisations.

Notary Public

Certifying and verifying documents for use in Australia and overseas.

Personal Injury

Compensation claims for injury, accidents, and negligence.

Planning

Planning, development, and environmental law.

Police Misconduct

Complaints and claims involving police conduct and abuse of power.

Property Law

Conveyancing, property transactions, and settlements.

Public Sector

Legal advisory for government and public sector bodies.

Wills & Estates

Wills, estate planning, and probate matters.

How we rank these firms

We use various factors to rank every firm. We don't accept payment for a higher ranking.

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Client Reviews

We look at both the star rating and the number of reviews a firm has received. A high rating from hundreds of clients ranks differently to the same rating from just a few.

Experience

We consider all publicly available information concerning each firm we include. We make assessments as to the individual experience of the firm's lawyers.

Senior Lawyer's Credentials

We review the qualifications and standing of the senior lawyers of each firm, including recognition from other guides.

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