Matthew Baker

Partner

Matthew has practised almost exclusively in insurance litigation since his admission in 1995.

Over three decades, he has built a practice defined by commercial rigour, strategic clarity, and a consistent track record of protecting insurer interests across Queensland’s courts — including the Supreme, District,  Magistrates Courts, and QCAT, as well as the Federal Court, and the High Court.

His practice spans policy coverage, public and product liability, property and business interruption, professional indemnity, workers’ compensation, construction, CTP, and subrogated recovery claims.

Matthew’s approach is direct.

He identifies the commercially optimal path early, develops clear settlement strategies where resolution is warranted, and prepares thoroughly for trial where it is not.

When matters proceed to hearing, insurers receive detailed trial plans covering strategy and costs, evidence selection, and the reasoning behind each tactical decision. 

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