The 2025 Doyle’s Guide rankings have delivered a landmark result for Turner Freeman, reaffirming our long-standing position as Australia’s most experienced and trusted dust disease law firm. Doyle’s Guide is an independent, peer-reviewed publication that is widely regarded as a leading indicator of genuine expertise in the legal profession. In the 2025 iteration of the guide, Turner Freeman had ten nominated dust disease lawyers featured across 4 states, which is more than any other law firm in Australia.
Turner Freeman recognised across all our practising states
Turner Freeman was recognised as either a Leading or First Tier Asbestos & Dust Diseases Compensation Law Firm across four different states:
- Queensland
- New South Wales
- South Australia
- Western Australia
No other firm in Australia has achieved this result.
These commendations reflect the strength and dedication of our specialist dust teams, our decades of experience in complex Dust Diseases litigation, and our commitment to delivering justice for workers and families affected by asbestos exposure, silica dust and other occupational lung diseases.
Ten lawyers receive recognition for excellence in dust disease compensation law
This year, ten Turner Freeman lawyers were recognised nationally for their work in dust disease litigation — more than any other Australian firm. We are proud to celebrate this achievement and the exceptional work our national Dust Diseases teams undertake. The lawyers receiving recognition in the 2025 Doyles Guide for as leading Asbestos & Dust Diseases Compensation Lawyers include:
Armando Gardiman – Market Leader [NSW]
Thady Blundell – Preeminent [QLD]
Annie Hoffman – Preeminent [SA]
Gerard McMahon – Leading [NSW]
Jacqueline Hughes – Leading [NSW]
Alana Main – Leading [WA]
Emma Jahnke – Recommended [QLD]
Tamaryn Caldwell – Recommended [QLD]
Dante Gloria – Recommended [SA]
Angela Italiano – Recommended [WA]
We also had six lawyers featured in the 2025 Doyle’s Guide to the national Australian Leading Asbestos & Dust Diseases Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) rankings and the only market leader lawyer in the Australian rankings – Armando Gardiman.
Why this matters for people with Dust Disease Claims
For people diagnosed with a dust-related illness, choosing the right lawyer with understanding and experience is critical.
Unparalleled experience in Dust disease claims
We have acted in thousands of asbestos, silica and occupational lung disease matters, achieving fair and just outcomes for clients and their families.
National depth with local expertise
Our Dust Diseases teams in Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Western Australia are specialist teams who have an indepth understanding and experience with relevant State legislation, workers’ compensation and common law entitlements, and historical exposure sites unique to regions and each State.
Track record in urgent and complex cases
Our lawyers work closely with medical experts and available expedition options to fast-track claims for those suffering from malignant dust related conditions.
A client-centred approach built on dignity and respect
Dust diseases are life-altering. Our role extends beyond the legal case, it’s about supporting individuals, families and carers with compassion, clarity and unwavering advocacy.
We’re Here When You Need Us
Receiving a diagnosis of mesothelioma, asbestosis, silicosis or another occupational lung disease is overwhelming. You deserve a team with the experience, resources and compassion to guide you through the legal process and to do so with urgency, clarity and care
If you or a loved one have been affected, our Dust Diseases teams across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Western Australia are here to help. Contact your nearest office for an obligation-free assessment or or visit our Dust Diseases practice page for more information.
Alongside the recognition for excellence in Dust Disease compensation law, Turner Freeman also received 2025 Doyle’s Guide accolades for Worker’s Compensation, Motor Accident Compensation, Public Liability and Wills & Estates.
