About Us
Outstanding Newcastle Lawyers, Solicitors & Licensed Conveyancers since 1984
Burgess Thomson has been known as one of the best Newcastle law firms since 1984 with the best team of lawyers, solicitors and licensed conveyancers in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens and broader Hunter region.
- The Best Newcastle Lawyers & Conveyancers
- Over 40 Years Legal Experience
- The Highest Quality Legal Advice
- Outstanding Client Service
Outstanding Newcastle
Lawyers & Conveyancers

Legal Experts In Our Field
Each of our practice areas is highly regarded and our lawyers are recognised experts for their commitment to the representation of our clients’ interests. We focus on property law and conveyancing, wills and estate planning, deceased estates and probate and business and commercial law and our lawyers are recognised leaders in their practice areas.
Over 40 Years in Business
The firm was originally known as Burgess Lawyers and established in 1984 by Damian Burgess, with a vision to be a law firm that delivers excellence with a focus on exceeding client expectations.
In 1989 the Hon Justice Stewart Austin joined the firm, developing into the partnership Burgess Austin Solicitors that continued for eight years. His Honour worked on a range of legal matters including criminal trials, commercial litigation and family law.

The firm later became known as Burgess Foat Solicitors with the partnership with Bruce Foat.
In 2017, James Thomson joined the firm and it became known as Burgess Thomson . The firm advises small and medium business owners, family groups and individuals in the Newcastle region. Clients count on Burgess Thomson for their exceptional professional judgment and highly astute legal expertise in handling our clients’ legal issues, business transactions and disputes.

We Work Harder For You
Our goal is to be the Newcastle law firm of choice for clients with respect to their most challenging legal issues, most significant business transactions and most critical disputes. Burgess Thomson is committed to helping clients achieve their goals and providing outstanding legal services to overcome any legal challenges our clients may face.
Since 1984, Burgess Thomson has provided our clients with exceptional service, trusted advice and creative and practical solutions that reflect a deep understanding of the full legal landscape, market practice and our clients’ businesses and objectives.
Unrivalled Commitment to Clients
Over the last 40 years, Burgess Thomson has successfully delivered expert advice, guidance and care to a wide range of clients. With a reputation for outstanding client service, the highest quality legal advice and representation, and efficient solutions, Burgess Thomson has become the law firm of choice for clients in the Newcastle region and beyond seeking the best lawyers, solicitors and licensed conveyancers.

Thank you James
We would highly recommend James and his team for their competence, acuity and thoroughness in handling complex legal matters.
I had an excellent experience working with their team! Professional, efficient, and genuinely caring throughout. Special thanks to James and Dafydd, who were both incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and easy to communicate with. They explained everything clearly and made the whole process stress-free. I felt well-supported and confident every step of the way. If you need reliable legal help in Newcastle, I wouldn’t go anywhere else.