Maurice Blackburn Lawyers Reviews

TPD claim, I should have completed the claim form myself. No compassion or empathy. Disappointed!!

I'd give them a zero if I could - paid $690 for an initial consultation with a lawyer that was young and inexperienced. The information he gave me was wrong, he wasn't interested in my case at all. I had clear evidence but was told it wouldn't be beneficial for them to move forward and it would have costed $4000 to fill out a form for me. I have lost all respect for Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. Do your research before dealing with them. HOPELESS!

I lost all faith in Maurice and Blackburn Frankston office over 6 years I had 4 different lawyers each one told me different stories I was 1 month out of my common law case they booked my appointment with barrister finally after nearly six years to be told the barrister dosnt want to take it on Left me with nothing after being serverly injured at work Everything they said went against everything my medical people said my gp is very angry and my specialist want me to report them Which I will be doing I believe the way there barrister treated me and the lawyer something that would make them more money came up at the last minute This company well Frankston office should be ashamed of themselves You gave me no time to continue with common law not even with another solicitor My life was in your hands and you ruined it Relized you guys are playing with peoples lives don’t give them hope for 6 years then stuff them over I’m left disabled now and cannot afford the things I need in life to give me quality of life Good job not

Maurice Blackburn lawyers assigned a wee little lawyer. However, at the time, this wee little Maurice Blackburn lawyer forgot to mention (whilst he was dealing with my Australian Government Insurance claim) he had applied for and accepted a job with the Australian Government Insurer. In addition to not declaring this very significant conflict of interest, the wee little lawyer also allowed me to attend an Australian Government Insurer medical examination with the Australian Governments very own medico-legal doctors. Any decent lawyer/law firm would not allow this to occur because this particular medico-legal firm is on the Australian Governments regular payroll (standing contract panel), and therefore, these medico-legal bullies are the solution the Australian Government Insurer relies upon to get a narrative that works against you the claimant. I was very unwell at this time and completely reliant on the advice of Maurice Blackburn's wee little lawyer (he certainly fooled me). The now ex wee little Maurice Blackburn lawyer works for the Australian Government Insurer which is great for Maurice Blackburn because they have an inside man, so to speak. Yet this arrangement is very odd because this ex wee little Maurice Blackburn lawyer has oversight of active compensation case management i.e. claims that he was involved with whilst working for Maurice Blackburn. Maurice Blackburn's wee little lawyer managed to get me the absolute minimum compensation because of what the so-called independent medical examination report said i.e. a report written by doctor employed by the Australian Government Insurer. Once again, any decent reputable law firm would not allow their clients to attend an examination with a medico-legal company that is reliant upon ongoing business from the insurer. I lost everything because of the reckless bungling created by the investigators employed by the Australian Government Insurer. The incompetent mismanagement of my complaint of industrial workplace bullying was further supported (seamlessly) by the wee little Maurice Blackburn lawyer because without any doubt he wanted to impress his soon to be employer. As things transpire we now know that Maurice Blackburn were working to achieve the best possible outcome for the Australian Government Insurer. To the point, as at 22 January 2025, I received an email from the Maurice Blackburn Senior Executive Client Liaison Manager (Melbourne) and Mr X clearly states in his email that Maurice Blackburn were instructed by the Australian Government Insurer to send me to their doctor. If you have left a positive review about Maurice Blackburn, then I would suggest that your experience was attributed to the individuals who assisted and represented you. Maurice Blackburn's senior leadership certainly does not and would not give a hoot about you. To prove this point, as mentioned above, Maurice Blackburn were instructed by the Australian Government Insurer to send me to a specific doctor with a well known reputation for aiding the agenda of the Australian Government Insurer. Until today (07 Feb 2025), I had a more accurate review with Trustpilot about what happened, however, Maurice Blackburn managed to strong-arm this review from existence by means of Trustpilot's very own policy. Right now, because I have only mentioned exactly what happened without naming the individuals (who should be held to account), it is now necessary for Maurice Blackburn to issue a Cease and Desist. Oddly in my recent email volley with Maurice Blackburn, the Senior Executive Client Liaison Officer (Melbourne) acknowledged the severity of my condition per the narrative in the standing examination report which was valid at the time when the wee little Maurice Blackburn lawyer allowed me to attend a medical examination with a particular renowned medico-legal doctor. Simply put, by taking this course of action, Maurice Blackburn achieved the highest possible fee, whilst I received the absolute minimum amount of compensation possible. Please accept my experience as a warning about Maurice Blackburn Lawyers, they are not to be trusted or engaged, please stay well clear. Date of experience: 04 January 2025

I would like to take this time to thank Darren Moore and his team at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers on the care they have given me for my case. I received nothing but positive support from them throughout my case. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in a similar situation.

I'd give zero.. but can't. Absolutely useless. Won't take on the tough cases.

What a Mickey mouse show they run, could not find my file, my original request, my recorded call nothing. Advice was not clear, dealing with multiple lawyers. Get it sorted people One star for picking up the phone

Reception lady in Vic was one of the rudest females I've come across.

You win my son's case the settlement but can't use the money NSW Trustee and Guardian are making it extremely difficult to access the funds I didn't want to put the funds with them it's virtually impossible to get the funds out of them in time to plan anytime can't believe the money is going to be held with them for another 3.5 years if i knew it was going to be this difficult to access the funds i wouldn't have started the case in the first place my son is not happy with your service neither am I.

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY IN THE NT!!!!! I used Maurice and Blackburn because I thought they fought for fare. All they did was charge me over $60 000.00 in "mediation costs" got me a pathetic permanent disability payout and told me to Go Away. I'm still on Workers Compensation because they can't and won't do anything but gut you dry. I was born in Darwin and this low act is just so typical of the NT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEEK HELP FROM A TRUE LOCAL BECAUSE ALL MAURICE AND BLACKBURN WILL DO IS TAKE YOU FOR A RIDE AND GUT YOU. HEED MY WARNING ⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ I guarantee you that you will regret using them 100%

Don't bother, their left hand doesn't know what their right had is doing !!

Waiting over a week for a reply... multiple phonecalls.."well get an email to them to call you as a senior will call you back this day .. nothing? So called to check up whays happening...Ah well they will call by the next day... nothing called again... ahh by next week. Specific days given". Waiting so I took phone everywhere...waiting...Still no response... when i called again today...guess what they finish at 3pm on fridays.. tried another number after hours... took another message...getting concerned at the lack of professionalism here 😟 come on maurice blackburn. Email me if you can't call.

I had a very complicated medical issue as a result of a motor car accident that I required legal expertise with. I was having difficulty with my employer's insurer receiving treatment and reimbursement and I wanted to make sure that I would be looked after both now and, importantly, when I retired. A friend recommended me to Maurice Blackburn (my first experience with them) and I am so grateful that he did because the efforts and support of the team that assisted me was fantastic. Over the past 5 or so years, I was given amazing help and guidance by Emma Russack, Natalie Fleming, Kirsty Blackmore and Sarah Sorrell. I cannot recommend this legal firm and these outstanding staff members more highly. Thank you so much for your wonderful support.

I needed an estate lawyer - signed up with Maurice Blackburn - then found out estates is ran through cairns office not locally - rarely spoke to solicitor, was given contradictory info, all direction I needed to research myself - it was a mess - initially thought the person I was speaking too was solicitor- only a paralegal - felt like Chinese whispers

Katie and Zultan tons and really tons of appreciation you actually deserve because what you actually did for me no one does it nowadays, by handling my very case. Great work!!! I admire your composure, work ethic and most of all excellent representation. Katie and Zultan you keep a positive attitude in challenging situations. You’ve done a tremendous job and the whole team. I can’t thank you enough for all your effort and hard work. I will definitely recommend your company to everyone. No words can say how thankful I am for all the things you do for me. Keep up the good work!!! May God continue to bless you and keep you safe always.

I have huge admiration, respect, and gratitude for the Maurice and Blackburn team in Darwin NT. I found myself in a very challenging and uncomfortable situation in relation to a workplace issue. I reached out to M&B for guidance. I have been treated with absolute compassion, dignity, and respect throughout the process. In particular, Margot Holliman, who has been an incredible support. Margot has always had the time to take my calls, respond to emails, and keep me updated on my case. She shows incredible knowledge and understanding of the, more than often confusing legal aspects of my situation. Always taking the time to explain to me the step-by-step process, providing clear factual information with compassion and understanding. I actually cannot thank Margot enough for her support and guidance to get me through the many challenging months. Highly recommended M&B for any legal issues you are needing.

Maurice blackburn lawyers helped me with my case and got me the best outcome possible. I had meet with other firms and my choosing Maurice blackburn got me substantially more than other firms could offer. They went above and beyond and also used one of the top barrister’s in Australia, I felt very well looked after and Maurice Blackburn took the time to actually listen. I couldn’t of asked for a better outcome 10/10 many thanks Sarah T and team

MVA settled in a timely and responsible and professional manner

Avoid this firm like the plague. I have had a lot of experience dealing with lawyers throughout my long career. I worked for years for Liquidators and Commercial finance. Dealt with hundreds and this firm is the worst I have ever encountered. They can talk the talk with the best but are rotten at walking the walk. Sacked them half way through and dealt with a good firm. Like a breath of fresh air. I cannot warn anyone about them enough. Do NOT believe their BS. Better call Saul. Even he would be better In Maurice Blackburn's first response they called me Greg. Name is Geoff as they well knew. Typical example of the quality of their work They have now fixed but only after I corrected them

I had a simple question relating to a Will and I needed interpretation with 2 clauses in the Will. I’m also an executor of the will which is lodged with Maurice Blackburn. There was not one lawyer or solicitor in the whole organisation who could help me. There were some friendly staff who initially listened to my concerns but I was shuffled from one department to another, until finally I was told that they can’t help with that sort of question. You would think the wills and probate, as well as the contesting a Will department of Maurice Blackburn would have at least one lawyer who had expertise in Will interpretation but they don’t have anyone who can help you if your’e uncertain what the clauses in a will mean. How can they possibly facilitate fair outcomes for anyone if they don’t have the ability or knowledge to answer basic questions?Anyway now I have received a reply to one of the clauses through legal aid which clarifies the whole will, Thankyou legal aid. I didn’t want to contest the Will, I just needed clarification on a couple of clauses in the Will, that’s all. And what about the lawyer who actually scripted the Will, surely he would have known what it meant.