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I am a medical negligence and class actions lawyer who acts for people facing life changing injuries and illness. I am motivated by securing practical, timely outcomes that make a real difference to my clients’ lives, whether that is funding treatment and care, protecting family members, or giving them the space to focus on their recovery.

Clients often come to me at some of the most difficult moments in their lives. I take a trauma informed, collaborative approach, making sure they feel heard and supported while I deal with the legal and evidentiary complexity in the background. I am known for my detailed work with medical records and expert evidence, and for explaining complex issues in clear, straightforward language.

I have acted in some of Australia's largest medical product and negligence cases, as well as individual claims involving catastrophic injury, delayed diagnosis and intentional torts. Whether a matter is large or small, my focus is on accountability, dignity and achieving the best outcome possible for each client.

Career History

  • 2026 – present, Slater & Gordon Lawyers
  • 2022 – 2025, Shine Lawyers
  • 2021 – 2022, Maurice Blackburn
  • 2020 – 2021, Knowmore Legal Services
  • 2015 – 2020, Shine Lawyers
  • 2013 – 2015, Dundas Lawyers

Professional Qualifications and Admissions

  • 2014, Admission to the High Court of Australia
  • 2014, Admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland
  • 2014, College of Law, Brisbane (Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice)
  • 2013, University of Queensland (Bachelor of Laws (Hons))
  • 2013, University of Queensland (Bachelor of Journalism (Distinction))

Memberships and Associations

  • Queensland Law Society, Australian Lawyers Alliance

Achievements

  • Burdon, Mark & McKillop, Alissa (2013) The Google street view Wi-Fi scandal and its repercussions for privacy regulation. Monash University Law Review, 39(3), pp. 702-738.
  • University of Queensland (Walter Harrison Law Prize; Pro Bono Award)

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