Martin Thorne

Martin Thorne serves as Special Counsel, bringing unparalleled expertise in workers' compensation, common law, and work injury damages. With a deep understanding of recovery and contribution actions, he offers guidance to employers and insurers, having represented all Scheme Agents and Insurers within the NSW workers' compensation landscape. His clientele spans self-insurers, specialised insurers, and government agencies under the Treasury Managed Fund. Martin is distinguished by his extensive experience in defending claims across significant judicial platforms, including the Personal Injury Commission, the District Court of NSW, and the Supreme Court of NSW. His proficiency extends to alternative dispute resolution, where he employs a pragmatic approach, aiming for early resolution when possible. Additionally, Martin adeptly manages complex, multi-party claims across all jurisdictions within New South Wales, providing sound advice to ensure effective outcomes for his clients.