Are you looking for a
no win no fee lawyer?
If you’ve suffered an incident on the road or at work, we’re here to help.
Let us check your eligibility to make a claim.
- Trusted by over 40,126 Queenslanders since 1956.
- No win no fee. No uplift fee.
- Friendly team, no legal jargon.
No Win No Fee Lawyers in Queensland
At Trilby Misso Lawyers, we’ve been supporting Queenslanders since 1956. Our No Win NoFee promise means you pay nothing until you win.
We know taking legal action can feel stressful. That’s why we keep it simple, starting with afree, no- obligation chat so you know where you stand. If you prefer, we can come to you,and there’s never any pressure.
Why Queenslanders trust our No Win No Fee approach:
- Free
Initial
chat - No
Uplift
fee - No win
No fee
- Free initial chat so you know your options
- No uplift fee — some firms charge up to 25% extra, we never do
- More than 40,000 Queenslanders supported since 1956
How We Help Queenslanders
If you’ve been through an incident on the road, at work, or in a public place, knowing what to do next can feel confusing. That’s where our No Win No Fee promise comes in. We’ve supported thousands of Queenslanders in situations just like these:
- Road incidents – whether in a car, on a motorbike, truck, or rideshare
- Workplace matters – covering both physical and psychological conditions
- Public liability incidents – slips, trips, and other unexpected events in everyday places
- TPD claims – when health prevents you from working again
Why Choose Trilby Misso Lawyers
When you’re comparing No Win No Fee lawyers, the differences matter. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Trusted: Nearly 70 years helping Queenslanders
- Convenient: Talk with us by phone, online, or in person
- No uplift fee: Unlike some firms, we don’t add hidden extras
- Focused expertise: 100% dedicated to compensation law
- Fast response: We’ll be in touch within two business hours
Work issues often cause trauma that far exceeds the initial problem itself. Perhaps you’ve spent sleepless nights in pain, which puts pressure on your relationships. Or perhaps you’re shocked at the injustice of it all. All of which means that…
Here’s how we’re different from every other law firm
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Trusted for decades
We’ve been trusted by tens of thousands of people for more than six decades.
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Convenient
We’ll meet you anywhere: phone, our office, a cafe, or your home.

No win, no fee
No win, no fee. Fixed fees too, and there’s no uplift fee.

Speed
We promise a two hour response time during business hours.

Expertise
We live and breathe
compensation
matters.
Trilby Misso was Queensland’s first law firm to focus 100% on compensation law.
We know it inside out, which is why we’re able to achieve an outcome faster than average.
We’ve always aimed to make life better for our clients by doing all we can to help, providing a dedicated and compassionate team in your corner.
Understanding
Our Fees
We believe in being clear from the start. Here’s what our No Win No Fee promise means:
- When do you pay?
Only if your case is successful. Nothing is paid upfront. - What about outlays?
We cover costs like medical reports and expert assessments during your case, so you’re not out of pocket. - Do you charge an uplift fee?
No. In Queensland, some firms add up to 25% extra as an “uplift fee.” At Trilby Misso, we never do.
You pay nothing until you win.
Why Choose Trilby Misso Lawyers
What does “no win no fee” mean?
Do you charge an uplift fee?
What is the 50/50 rule in Queensland?
Are contingency percentages legal in QLD?
No. Lawyers in Queensland can’t take a fixed percentage of your compensation. Fees must reflect the actual work done.
What happens if I don’t succeed?
You don’t pay us anything. The only exception is if a court orders you to cover the other side’s costs, which is uncommon but possible. 99% of the matters we handle are settled by negotiation.
How long will the process take?
Can I switch lawyers mid-case?
What should I ask before signing a No Win No Fee agreement?
- The legal process applicable to your situation;
- Your prospects of success;
- Time lines;
- Any important deadlines; and
- The terms of the no win no fee arrangement.
In terms of the no win no fee arrangement, it is important to understand:
- How does the lawyer charge for their work, eg time based, task based;
- When will you be obliged to pay legal fees;
- What happens if you lose your claim;
- Does the law firm fund any legal outlays (eg medical report fees and search fees), or
- are you expected to fund that upfront;
- If the law firm funds the outlays, do you have to pay for them if you lose your claim;
- Does the law firm charge an uplift fee, and what percentage is that uplift?
Here’s how our ‘no win no fee’ process works:
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We chat
It’s a free consultation. -
We meet
A free detailed discussion. -
We plan
You say ‘go’ – we build your case. -
We lodge
We present
your case. -
We conclude
We reach a settlement.
You pay nothing until you win
We’ll also provide certainty and clarity, with a fee structure that has no ‘uplift’ fee, ever. You’ll pay nothing ‘til your claim is won.
Why Choose Trilby Misso Lawyers
We’ve guided tens of thousands of Queenslanders through this process. Here’s how it works:
- We Chat – free, no- obligation consultation
- We meet – review your situation and provide advice
- We plan – documents prepared and investigations begin
- We lodge – updates, reports, and negotiations
- We conclude – your case finalises and costs are settled
Meet our leadership & legal team
Kathryn
MacDonell
Chief Executive Officer
Meet Kathryn
Kathryn MacDonell
Chief Executive Officer
Neil
Fitzpatrick
Chief Operating Officer
Meet Neil
Neil Fitzpatrick
Chief Operating Officer
Gillian
McKnight
Senior Associate
Meet Gillian
Gillian McKnight
Senior Associate
Travis
Chambers
Senior Associate
Meet Travis
Travis Chambers
Senior Associate
Drew
Phillips
Senior Associate
Meet Drew
Drew Phillips
Senior Associate
Shannon
Brown
Associate
Meet Shannon
Shannon Brown
Associate
Shannon
Smith-Eckman
Associate
Shannon Smith-Eckman
Associate
Jemma
Stutz
Lawyer
Meet Jemma
Jemma Stutz
Lawyer
Dayna
Humphreys
Lawyer
Meet Dayna
Dayna Humphreys
Lawyer
Claudia
Cramond
Lawyer
Claudia Cramond
Lawyer
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Chris Dormer
IT Manager
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Amelia Shearer
Legal Secretary
Gillian’s Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Knowledge and Precedent Manager
Shannon
Brown
Associate
Meet Shannon
Paralegal
Gillian’s Team
Shannon
Brown
Associate
Meet Shannon
Ashleigh Cutler
Paralegal
Shannon’s Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Reception
Courtney Charles
Client Care Officer
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Holli Sihlberg
Marketing Coordinator / Client Care Officer
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Irina Hanin
Legal Secretary
Shannon’s Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Jaymee-Beau Potter
Paralegal, Gillian’s Team / MVA Settlement Conference Coordinator
Shannon
Brown
Associate
Meet Shannon
Paralegal
Shannon’s Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Jess Sweeny
Legal Secretary
Drew’s Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Jo Harris
Paralegal
Shannon’s Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Judy Macfarlan
Executive Assistant / Paralegal
Kathryn’s Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Karley Baker
Paralegal
Drew’s Team
Shannon
Brown
Associate
Meet Shannon
Katrina Haynes
HR Consultant
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Leah Delahunty
Paralegal
Travis’ Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Leonie Ferguson
Paralegal
Claudia’s Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Marissa Marschke
Marketing Consultant
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Melanie Seeto
Paralegal
Kathryn’s Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Montannah Deuis
Client Care Officer
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Paula Locastro
Finance Manager
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Rebecca Dunshea
Legal Secretary
Dayna’s Team
Dayna
Drysdale
Lawyer
Rebecca Hodgkinson
Senior Client Care Officer
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Shirley Bristow
Reception
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Tia Laguesma
Legal Secretary
Travis’ Team
Chris
Dormer
IT Manager
Meet Chris
Wendy Vasilev
Legal Secretary
Jemma’s Team
Your next step is a small one, but don’t delay
Your next step is a small one. All you need to do is give us a call on 1300 730 845 or complete this form here to arrange a quick chat.
During this initial conversation, we will:
- Have a chat about the circumstances and nature of your matter.
- Give you an indication of your eligibility to make a claim for compensation.
- Explain, in simple terms, how our process works. We will answer
any questions you have about fees, the legal process, and anything else you’re unsure about relating to your matter.
We understand that taking legal action can be stressful, and we’ll do all we can to ease your concerns.
The chat can take place at our place, your place, or by phone. There is no cost, no pressure, and no obligation.





