Hugh Powell

Principal & Sunshine Coast Leader

Personal Injury Accredited Specialist

Meet Hugh

As the leader of our Sunshine Coast team, Hugh is recognised as one of the region’s most respected personal injury lawyers. A Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law, he brings deep expertise, strategic insight, and a steady, compassionate presence to every matter he oversees.

Hugh’s practice spans the full breadth of personal injury and compensation law – including workers’ compensation, public liability, and Compulsory Third Party claims. His specialist accreditation, coupled with more than a decade of hands‑on experience, positions him as a trusted advisor in even the most complex cases. His professional standing has been consistently acknowledged in the Queensland and Australian Doyle’s Guide, reflecting peer recognition of his technical skill, ethical approach, and commitment to achieving just outcomes.

Known for his clarity, practicality and leadership, Hugh sets the standard for client care on the Sunshine Coast. He is deeply committed to guiding clients through the legal process with empathy and understanding, ensuring they feel supported from the first conversation to the final outcome.

Beyond his legal practice, Hugh is a dedicated contributor to the Sunshine Coast community. In 2025, he was awarded life membership of the Suncoast Community Legal Service, recognising more than 12 years of volunteer service and meaningful impact across the region.

When he’s not in the office, you’ll likely find Hugh catching waves at Moffat Beach or tending to his family’s veggie garden.

  • Recognised in ‘The Best Lawyers in Australia’ in Motor Vehicle Law and Personal Injury Litigation (2027 edition)
  • Doyle’s Guide Australia Rankings
    • Leading – Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Australia, 2026
    • Recommended – Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Australia, 2026
    • Recommended – Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – Australia, 2026
    • Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyer 2025
  • Doyle’s Guide Queensland Rankings
    • Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer 2025
    • Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer 2025
    • Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer 2025
    • Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer 2024
    • Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer 2024
    • Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer 2024
    • Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer 2023
    • Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer 2023
    • Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer 2023
    • Rising Star Award 2019
  • Queensland Law Society – Personal Injury Accredited Specialist 2024
  • Master of Business Administration (specialising in management) at the University of the Sunshine Coast 2021
  • Admission 2012
  • Bachelor of Laws, University of Qld 2011
  • Volunteer solicitor at Suncoast Community Legal Service
  • Wishlist Young Professionals Event Committee Member
  • Former board member of Sunshine Coast Rugby
  • Former Judiciary member of Sunshine Coast Rugby Union

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