Burgess Thomson Lawyers
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Outstanding Newcastle Lawyers, Solicitors & Conveyancers

Newcastle’s best ranked law firm with over
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Discover Burgess Thomson, your premier Newcastle law firm, where legal acumen and innovation converge. Since our inception in 1984, we’ve been committed to legal excellence, offering over 40 years of experience, fostering successful legal outcomes for businesses, families, and individuals alike.

Our commitment to outstanding client service, swift and efficient solutions, and trusted legal advice has established us as the preferred choice for those in search of top-notch conveyancers, solicitors, property lawyers, wills and estate lawyers, and commercial and business lawyers in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens, and the broader Hunter region.

Whether you’re looking for astute business lawyers in Newcastle, specialist property lawyers in Newcastle, or empathetic wills and estate lawyers in Newcastle, Burgess Thomson is your gateway to tailored legal solutions and comprehensive advice.

We’re not just a Newcastle law firm; we’re your strategic partners in legal ventures, constantly pushing boundaries to provide more to our clients, with the promise of exceptional service and reliable advice.

Burgess Thomson is a member of the Law Society of New South Wales, Newcastle Law Society, Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners Australia, Self Managed Super Fund Association, Australian Institute of Company Directors, Australasian Legal Practice Management Association and the Commercial Law Association of Australia.

Our Newcastle law firm is listed in the Doyle’s Guide of the best lawyers and top ranked law firms in NSW and Australia.

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Why Burgess Thomson?

Our team of top Newcastle lawyers, solicitors and licensed conveyancers specialise in property law and conveyancing, wills, estate planning and deceased estates, and business and commercial law. Clients count on Burgess Thomson for exceptional professional judgment, negotiation skills and top-flight law capabilities in handling their legal issues, business transactions and disputes.
Areas of Expertise

Property Law &
Conveyancing

Burgess Thomson conveyancers and property lawyers provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of residential, commercial and industrial property, including buying and selling property, mortgages and commercial and retail leases. We provide a fast and efficient service to make your property purchase or sale as simple and problem-free as possible.

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Wills, Estate Planning & Deceased Estates​

We specialise in estate planning including wills, testamentary trusts, life interest trusts, enduring powers of attorney and appointments of enduring guardians. We can also help with deceased estates, including applications for probate, letters of administration, estate administration, contested will disputes and family provision claims.

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Business &
Commercial Law

Our business and commercial lawyers help clients achieve their goals with timely, skilled legal counsel. Whether you’re a start-up, planning to buy or sell a business, or looking for advice on a business dispute, we can help. Our services extend to shareholder agreements, business sale and purchase transactions, unit and discretionary trusts and companies, and asset protection.
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Meet Our Team

James Thomson
Managing Partner

Joe Langlois
Law Graduate

Sue Cheal
Senior Paralegal

James Logan
Paralegal

James Crawford
Paralegal

Caitlin Jackson
Paralegal

Chase Lenox
Paralegal

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The Best Newcastle Lawyers & Conveyancers, The Highest Quality Legal Advice, Outstanding Client Service

Newcastle’s Top Rated Lawyer

We are proud to have been named Newcastle’s top rated lawyer for 2024 by Three Best Rated in the areas of Property Law and Estate Planning.

This recognition reflects our dedication to providing our clients with the highest quality legal advice and showcases our commitment to exceeding client expectations.

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Client Testimonials

“We have been a client for many years and we find them to be extremely professional yet still maintaining a caring and helpful approach. They have provided us over the years invaluable legal advice and assistance.”
Tim & Christine BAugust 2019
“I was really impressed with Burgess Thomson’s approach in relation to our matter. I am really pleased with the outcome & their decisive action. Thank you, we really appreciated your help.”
Michele O’MJuly 2019
“Very professional, very informative, kept me up to date with everything. Would recommend your office to anyone who needs a lawyer.”
Rhonda NSeptember 2019

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Undue Influence in Wills

Burgess Thomson September 22, 2025

Undue influence in Will-making occurs when a person coerces or pressures someone in a vulnerable position to make or amend a Will which fails to

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Nerrilie Squires (Travellin' Mumma)
6 days ago
We dealth with James at Burgess Thomson for the purchased of an apartment in Wickham and found him to be very professional. He was extremely thorough in checking things but was very personable. They communicated with us every step of the way keeping us informed at all times. I would definitely recommend using them and plan to do so soon to update our wills.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nerrilie, for your wonderful review. We're delighted James delivered a professional conveyancer service with thorough attention to detail and clear communication. The team at Burgess Thomson truly appreciates your recognition and looks forward to assisting with your wills and future legal needs.
Lynne Lynch
6 days ago
We recently had our Wills and Enduring Guardianships drawn up by James. James is very approachable but professional in the way he dealt with us. Appointments with James were on time and his advice on several matters was appreciated. A very pleasant experience and highly recommended..
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lynne, for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that James delivered approachable, professional service with your Wills and Enduring Guardianships. At Burgess Thomson, these deeply personal matters receive our utmost care. We're honoured to be your trusted legal partner and look forward to supporting you in the future.
Aiden Nash
1 week ago
5 stars. Having known James for some years indirectly, and over those years being extremely impressed with his professionalism and kindness, to me it was a no brainer to approach James in regards to purchasing my first home with my partner. From Offer, contract negotiation to settlement, James and his team provided us service that was second to none. Making the entire journey as stress free as possible. We will definitely use Burgess Thompson again and would highly recommend for others to do so. Regards
Response from the owner:Thank you, Aiden, for your wonderful review. We're delighted James and the team delivered expert guidance as your property lawyer for your first home purchase. Your recognition of our stress-free approach and professionalism is deeply appreciated. Burgess Thomson looks forward to assisting you again.
Lyn Snedden
1 week ago
A very professional and friendly practice. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lyn, for your kind review. We're delighted our professional and friendly approach met your expectations. Your recommendation is genuinely appreciated, and Burgess Thomson remains committed to delivering this standard of service to all our clients. We look forward to working with you in the future.
Tony Ponsen
2 weeks ago
Always courteus. Gpod advice.Great service and follow up.Reccomend
Response from the owner:Thank you, Tony, for your kind review. We're delighted that our courtesy, quality advice, and attentive follow-up exceeded your expectations. Your recommendation is genuinely appreciated. Burgess Thomson remains committed to delivering this standard of service to all our clients, and we look forward to assisting you again.

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