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Sean Delpopolo

Legal Practitioner Director QUEENSLAND LAW SOCIETY ACCREDITED SPECIALIST IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Helen Ashton

Legal Practitioner Director QUEENSLAND LAW SOCIETY ACCREDITED SPECIALIST IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Charlotte Evans

Legal Practitioner Director PRACTICE LEADER – BEENLEIGH

Prue Prescott

Special Counsel QUEENSLAND LAW SOCIETY ACCREDITED SPECIALIST IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Craig Oliver

Special Counsel
PRACTICE LEADER – NORTH LAKES

Frances Bertram

Special Counsel

Beverley Evans

Special Counsel

Courtney Jenkins

Senior Associate

Danielle Beddoes

Associate

Taylor Delpopolo

Graduate Law Clerk

Caolin Travers

Graduate Law Clerk / Technology and AI Innovation Specialist

Grace Cavanagh

Law Clerk / Legal Assistant

Denni Close

Practice Manager

Romy Mccullough

Accounts and Administration Officer

Kym Arrowsmith

Senior Paralegal

Jessica Wills

Senior Paralegal

Samantha Bolton

Paralegal

Rolanda Thiesfield

Paralegal

Claire Rezny

Senior Legal Assistant

Brooke Gribble

Senior Legal Assistant

Brittany Costley

Legal Assistant

Shayla Riley

Legal Assistant / Administration Assistant

Chloe Williams

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Lynda Ratcliffe

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Tom Seton

Law Student

Our Promise to You

No Win No Fee

Every single case we take on is covered by our No Win No Fee guarantee. This means that we will cover all the costs of your claim as it progresses and, if you do not receive a payout at the end of your claim, we will not charge you anything for legal fees or outlays.

Lower Fees, Better Outcome

We charge 20% to 40% less than the bigger firms and because we care about you and your future, we fight to get the maximum amount of compensation possible.

Unparalleled expertise

Our experienced team are made up of highly awarded and qualified specialists in all areas of personal injury law. Approximately one-third of the lawyers in our firm are Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law and they guide and mentor the other lawyers in our firm, so that every matter is handled with the highest level of expertise.

Personalised Service

At East Coast Injury Lawyers, you don’t have to speak with a different person every time you call. Your claim is handled by one of our expert lawyers from start to finish and they make sure that they know you and your personal circumstances well, in order to maximise your claim.

East Coast Injury Lawyers is rated 5 stars, based on more than 250 genuine client reviews across our Brisbane, Gold Coast, Beenleigh and North Lakes offices.

At East Coast Injury Lawyers, we are proud to have been recognised in 2023 by the ThreeBest Rated website as one of the 3 Best Compensation Lawyers in Gold Coast.

2020 DOYLE’S GUIDE AWARDS

Firm Awards

  1. Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firms (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – East Coast Injury Lawyers

Individual Practitioner Awards

  1. Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo

2019 DOYLE’S GUIDE AWARDS

Firm Awards

  1. Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firms (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – East Coast Injury Lawyers

Individual Practitioner Awards

  1. Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo
  2. Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo

2018 DOYLE’S GUIDE AWARDS

Individual Practitioner Awards

  1. Leading Public Liability Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Leading – Sean Delpopolo
  2. Leading Work Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo
  3. Leading Motor Vehicle Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo

2017 DOYLE’S GUIDE AWARDS

Individual Practitioner Awards

  1. Leading Public Liability Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Australia
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo
  2. Leading Public Liability Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Leading – Sean Delpopolo
  3. Leading Work Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo
  4. Leading Motor Vehicle Litigation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Queensland
    Recommended – Sean Delpopolo

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Legal Practitioner Director

Sean Delpopolo

Sean Delpopolo

Sean is an expert in compensation claims and has been recognised in his field as a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist.

He has been running compensation claims in Queensland for over 25 years and specialises in serious and catastrophic claims, work related claims, motor vehicle claims, public liability claims and total and permanent disability claims. He has been voted by his peers to be one of the best compensation lawyers in Queensland.*

Sean started the firm in 2004 and it has gone from strength to strength on the background of outstanding service, incredible results and charging really fair fees.

With an innate sense of fairness and justice, this motivates Sean and his team to do everything they can to ensure that the results they achieve for their clients is something that they can all be proud of. In Sean’s mind, the interests of the firm’s clients come first, before anything else, and this value has flowed on through to the entire team.

As a father of two daughters, Sean understands that his clients’ compensation claims can make a huge difference to their lives and the lives of those around them. This is why he has made it his life’s work to fight for the “little guy” to assist them with obtaining the compensation they deserve.

Legal Practitioner Director

Helen Ashton

Helen Ashton

Helen Ashton is an experienced and skilled lawyer who fights every day to achieve what is right for her clients.

As an accredited specialist, having been awarded the highest achiever award for the course in 2015, Helen has a high level of knowledge and technical expertise.

Admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2001, Helen has extensive experience in running all types of claims.

Helen has a friendly and approachable personality and strives to ensure that her clients are kept well informed and are provided with quality and practical legal advice.

As a mother of three young children, Helen understands the impact events can have on a family unit and works proactively to achieve the right result for her clients in the shortest possible timeframe.

Helen has the ability and the experience to assist clients’ with a wide variety of claims, including claims with a high level of complexity and those that have had catastrophic consequences.

Legal Practitioner Director

Charlotte Evans

Charlotte has practised solely in compensation litigation for over 20 years.

She is committed to fighting for the rights of plaintiffs and helping her clients through the legal maze, to achieve outcomes that put people back in control of their lives. She has had experience in taking a number of matters to Trial and winning hard fought cases for her clients and she does not shy away from a challenge.

Charlotte has a friendly and approachable personality and strives to cut through the legal jargon to make the process understandable for her clients whilst ensuring that her clients are also kept well informed throughout their claim.

Out of the office Charlotte is a busy Mum, who now enjoys the privileges of living in beautiful Queensland and making the most of all it has to offer.

Special Counsel

Prue Prescott

Prue Prescott

Prue has been running compensation claims for nearly 20 years. This has involved acting for claimants in most areas of compensation law including serious and catastrophic claims, work related claims, motor vehicle accident claims, public liability claims and total and permanent disability claims.

Prue enjoys handling complex claims, including those claims involving complex legal principles. Prue seeks to use her masters qualification in writing and literature to tell each and every client’s individual story, ensuring they are treated fairly by insurers and that they obtain the compensation to which they are entitled.

In 2019, Prue was nominated by the Women Lawyers Association of Queensland Inc as an Inspirational Lawyer.

Outside of work, Prue is a busy mum of boys but also tries to find the time to read, write and explore nature.

Special Counsel
PRACTICE LEADER – NORTH LAKES

Craig Oliver

Knowing the law is one thing, being able to apply it to ensure the best possible outcome for your client is another. Craig excels at making the complex simple and making the law work for you.

He is an expert litigation lawyer with over 20 years’ experience and success. Craig trained and worked at some of the best compensation and insurance firms in the UK before coming to Australia in 2011 and continuing to practice exclusively in compensation litigation.

Craig spent a decade in regional Queensland before working as a general manager in Brisbane for a large national firm creating client-focussed, high-performing, and value-driven teams of expert litigators. He knows how to win and deliver outcomes for his clients in all types of claims, including life changing, complex, high-value compensation cases needing early access to the best rehabilitation from the outset. Craig is an expert in motor vehicle, workplace injury, public liability claims, product liability claims, and has particular expertise in claims involving the mining industry. He has an unrivalled understanding of the law, backed by decades of successful outcomes for clients who were facing uncertain futures and long recoveries.

Craig is an expert, fearless and uncompromising in his pursuit of justice and in advocating for his clients. But what does this mean for you? It means exceptional client service. It means the best possible legal representation with legal advice you can understand and trust. It means confidence in the success of your claim. It means maximum compensation for the fairest fees. It means having someone who cares in your corner, making a difference, who is committed to providing you with solutions and hope for the future, irrespective of your current circumstances.

Craig has been recommended by the prestigious Doyles Guide as a leading compensation lawyer. He was also a finalist in the Queensland Law Society’s Regional Lawyer of the Year during his time in Mackay.

Passionate about giving back to his local communities, Craig has also volunteered his time with several organisations in Queensland, from Mackay through to Caboolture and Brisbane. Even in his leisure time, playing golf, he has raised money for local charities, particularly for the local hospital foundation supporting medical research projects.

Special Counsel

Frances Bertram

After beginning her legal career on the Redcliffe peninsula more than 25 years ago, Fran has truly come full circle, returning to serve the North Lakes community and surrounding areas where her professional journey first began.

Drawing on a wealth of experience in compensation law, Fran continues to represent clients with serious compensation claims arising out of incidents that occur in hospitals, at work, in car accidents and other accidents on the road, on private property and in public places. She also acts for clients in public liability claims, product liability claims and total and permanent disability claims.

Fran has previously worked as a defendant lawyer, which gives her a unique insight into how the other side operates and an upper hand when it comes to achieving the best outcome for her clients.

Fran is dedicated to her clients, combining empathy, thoroughness, efficiency and excellence in every aspect of her work. She approaches each claim with genuine understanding and insight, allowing her to connect with clients on a meaningful level and appreciate their individual needs and challenges. Fran’s compassion also ensures that every client feels truly heard, supported and informed throughout their legal journey.

Fran truly loves her work and takes great pride and satisfaction knowing that she can help to make someone’s life just that little bit easier.

Out of the office, Fran is mum of two adult children and two Frenchie’s (who her children will argue are the favourites!) and an advocate for people with disabilities.

Special Counsel

Beverley Evans

Beverley is a Special Counsel with East Coast Injury Lawyers based at our North lakes Office.  With over 30 years’ experience in Personal Injury Law, Beverley has combined her knowledge with compassion and empathy to help everyday people who are injured through no fault of their own.

Beverley practised law for 30 years in the UK, before moving to the warmer Queensland weather.  She obtained her Australian legal qualification and continued her legal advocacy for clients with matters involving:

  • Motor Vehicle Accident Law;
  • Worker’s Compensation Law.
  • Public Liability Law;

Known for her client-first approach, Beverley has received exceptional feedback from clients who appreciate her deep knowledge, guidance and compassionate understanding as they navigate the legal process.

Beverley continues to see it as a privilege to help injured people and work to secure life-changing compensation outcomes.

Beverley has two adult sons and two dogs whom she loves walking.  Her hobbies include reading and Pilates.

Senior Associate

Courtney Jenkins

Courtney is an experienced lawyer who has worked in compensation law for nearly 20 years. She was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2013. 

Courtney is passionate about helping individuals who have experienced trauma access the compensation and entitlements they deserve. With a client-focused approach, she takes the time to truly understand each person’s story and what matters most to them, guiding them through what is often a complex and overwhelming legal process.

Known for her pragmatic style and strong negotiation skills, Courtney is committed to ensuring her clients feel heard, supported and empowered. She takes great care to minimise retraumatisation and explains the relevant legal principles in a clear and accessible way.

Outside of work, Courtney enjoys spending time with her children and extended family. She also loves cooking and sewing in her spare time.

Associate

Danielle Beddoes

Danielle commenced her legal career as a compensation lawyer in a large national law firm where she became familiar with the provisions of several statutory compensation schemes whilst acting on behalf of claimants across various areas of insurance litigation, including matters arising from motor vehicle accidents, workplace incidents and public liability claims. Danielle has developed a particular interest in e-scooter accident claims, bicycle accident claims, motorcycle accident claims and other road related accident claims.

Danielle prides herself on achieving positive outcomes for her clients by understanding what is important to her clients and ensuring that her clients’ matters are brought to a resolution as cost-effectively and expeditiously as possible.

Outside of work, Danielle enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is an active member of a number of committees both within the Gold Coast legal industry and broader Gold Coast community.

Graduate Law Clerk

Taylor Delpopolo

Taylor graduated in December 2025 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree from the Queensland University of Technology. Taylor is looking to undertake her practical legal training in 2026 and will become qualified to practice as a Solicitor in late 2026.

Taylor has worked with East Coast Injury Lawyers during her university breaks since 2022 and is now working part-time with our firm permanently, assisting all lawyers in our firm in all areas of compensation law.

Taylor is passionate about helping people and loves being able to apply all the knowledge that she has gained from her university studies as well as through her experience working with our firm to assist with ensuring that our clients achieve great outcomes from their compensation claims.

When Taylor is not studying, completing assignments or working at our firm, she can be found at the gym, playing basketball or enjoying everything outdoors, especially the beach and boating.

Graduate Law Clerk / Technology and AI Innovation Specialist

Caolin Travers

Caolin graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) with Distinction and is currently finalising his Practical Legal Training with the College of Law.

Caolin assists our lawyers across a broad range of compensation matters and is committed to guiding clients throughout the claims process in easy to understand terminology. He has developed a particular interest in psychiatric and psychological injury claims and enjoys working closely with clients to ensure that they feel informed and confident at every stage of their claim.

Outside of work, Caolin enjoys keeping active by training at the gym and getting out for a surf whenever he can.

Law Clerk / Legal Assistant

Grace Cavanagh

Grace is a third-year law student completing a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Griffith University.

She joined the team in 2024 and works part-time with our firm, assisting both the legal and administrative teams across all areas of compensation law.

With a motivated and passionate approach, Grace is eager to apply her academic knowledge alongside her practical experience at the firm to help achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients. Outside of work, Grace enjoys socialising with friends, training at the gym, and making the most of the Gold Coast’s beautiful beaches.

Practice Manager

Denni Close

With over 15 years of experience in compensation law, Denni brings depth and insight to every client’s case she supports. Having worked for both plaintiffs and defendants, she has a well-rounded perspective and strategic edge when navigating complex claims.

Denni is known for her calm professionalism and unwavering commitment to client care. She builds genuine rapport with each client, guiding them through what can often feel like an overwhelming process with clarity, compassion, and confidence. Her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach ensure matters progress smoothly, helping clients receive the compensation they deserve.

When she’s not at work, Denni’s world revolves around her young son, who keeps her on her toes and fills her days with laughter and energy.

Accounts and Administration Officer

Romy Mccullough

Romy is our Accounts and Administration officer, who has more than six (6) years of bookkeeping, accounts and administration experience. Romy is an integral part of our team ensuring that our office is running smoothly and efficiently.

Outside of work, Romy loves to dine out, visit family and friends and spend quality time with her rescue Bulldog Maggie.

Senior Paralegal

Kym Arrowsmith

Kym is a knowledgeable legal assistant with fifteen years of expertise in the field of compensation claims. She is passionate about supporting clients through the process and obtaining the best possible outcome for them. As a valued member of our team, Kym takes pride in her work and is committed to sharing her extensive experience and knowledge with our other team members.

When Kym is not busy with work, she loves spending time with her family and friends, and enjoys discovering new places, whether it be through the pages of a biography or on her push bike.

Senior Paralegal

Jessica Wills

Jessica is a highly experienced Senior Paralegal with over 14 years of dedicated experience in compensation law. Throughout her career, she has developed extensive knowledge of the legal processes involved in a broad range of compensation matters.

Jessica assists our lawyers with a wide variety of compensation matters and is committed to ensuring every client feels supported and informed throughout the claims process. Her friendly and approachable nature, together with her exceptional attention to detail and understanding of compensation law, enables her to provide clients with practical guidance and reassurance at every stage of their claim.

Jessica is committed to delivering the high standards of service and care that clients have come to expect from East Coast Injury Lawyers.

Outside of work, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Paralegal

Samantha Bolton

Sam has been working in the legal industry for several years and is passionate about achieving the best possible results for our client’s whilst ensuring they have the support that they need in the process.

When Sam is not at work, she enjoys making the most of the Gold Coast beaches with her family and her Dalmatian, Hondo, and will take any opportunity to enjoy live music.

Paralegal

Rolanda Thiesfield

Ro brings over 20 years of experience as a dedicated paralegal, working across WorkCover, public liability, CTP, and class action claims.

Having worked in both plaintiff and defendant firms, she has gained a comprehensive understanding of the claims process from multiple perspectives, enabling her to provide insightful and effective assistance.

Ro is genuinely passionate about supporting people, guiding them through every step of their claim with care.

Outside the office, she enjoys a swing at the driving range or on the golf course, spending quality time with family and friends, and taking her Italian Greyhound for walks and adventures.

Senior Legal Assistant

Claire Rezny

Claire is one of our hard working and devoted Legal Assistants. With over 25 years’ administrative experience, her attention to detail, willingness to help others, and calm demeanour makes her a real asset to our team.

Claire is well travelled and, during her time in the USA, Claire discovered a newfound love for reading, which led her to become a proofreader for several published novels. Claire also enjoys landscape and wildlife photography and spending time with her family and puppy.

Senior Legal Assistant

Brooke Gribble

Meet Brooke, one of our Legal Assistants. Brooke has over 3 years’ experience in compensation claims and is eager to provide high quality customer service to our clients.

Brooke finds joy in helping others and is extremely hard working making her a real asset to our team.

Out of the office you may find Brooke at a racetrack as she has a passion for fast cars. Brooke also likes spending her time enjoying outdoor activities such as swimming and hiking but will never pass up the opportunity to indulge in some retail therapy.

Legal Assistant

Brittany Costley

Brittany has over four years’ experience in the legal industry and is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients. Her friendly and approachable nature, combined with experience in Motor Vehicle Accident, Workplace Injury, and Medical Negligence matters, ensures she is always prepared to support and communicate clearly with her clients.

Outside of work, Brittany enjoys baking and trying new recipes, and spending quality time with her family. Originally from New Zealand, she values the opportunity to visit when she can.

Legal Assistant / Administration Assistant

Shayla Riley

Shayla joined our team in September 2023, coming from an extensive background in customer service.

Shayla is a law student who is very passionate about compensation claims. With her bubbly personality and can-do attitude this makes her the perfect person for her administration support role.

When Shayla is not in the office you can find her enjoying all things outdoors, getting lost in a good book or spending time with her two rescue dogs Bear and Ella.

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Chloe Williams

Chloe joined our team in November 2025 and brings a positive and welcoming presence to her role as Receptionist and Administrative Assistant.

With a background in customer service, she loves helping clients feel comfortable and supporting the legal team to ensure everything runs smoothly. She is passionate about assisting others and is eager to continue building her knowledge as she enters her second year of law at Griffith University.

Outside of the office, Chloe loves exploring the outdoors and spending time at the beach, she’s always up for discovering somewhere new.

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Lynda Ratcliffe

Lynda is the welcoming face at our Robina reception. She has a strong background in customer service and enjoys assisting clients with empathy and compassion. Lynda takes pride in keeping things organised and running smoothly.

Outside of work, you’ll find Lynda at the beach or relaxing with a good book.

Law Student

Tom Seton

Tom is a law student commencing his first year of a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at QUT.

He has prior experience in customer service and is passionate about ensuring clients receive fair compensation. He looks forward to applying the knowledge gained from his university studies to a law firm as he progresses through his degree.

Outside of work, Tom enjoys playing and listening to music. He plays the bass guitar across a range of genres, including jazz, funk, and rock.