Bree Knoester

Bree Knoester is the Principal Lawyer and Founder of Brave Legal, a firm dedicated to transforming the landscape of personal injury law by aligning legal resolutions with clients' health and wellbeing. With a distinguished career in personal injury litigation, Bree has consistently tackled some of the most significant cases in the field. Her prominent involvement in the largest medical abuse case in Australia, where she represented 60 claimants against a former Melbourne neurologist, stands as a testament to her expertise and commitment. In an unprecedented achievement, Bree secured a landmark victory against a major media organisation, obtaining compensation for a journalist experiencing PTSD. At Brave Legal, Bree concentrates her practice on matters involving dust diseases, medical negligence, and catastrophic injury compensation. Her prior experience as a barrister greatly enhances her capability to adeptly navigate complex legal proceedings, providing her clients with strategic and effective advocacy. Bree’s negotiation skills are a defining component of her practice, ensuring optimal outcomes for those she represents. In addition to her legal practice, Bree is a sought-after commentator, frequently contributing her insights on issues related to abuse, medical negligence, industrial accidents, and occupational diseases to various media outlets. Her unwavering commitment to precision and legal excellence has garnered her numerous accolades, including recognition by Doyle's Guide and Best Lawyers in Australia. Bree was honoured as the 'Lawyer of the Year' for personal injury litigation in the 2020 Best Lawyers in Australia guide and has been acknowledged as a 'Best Lawyer' for four consecutive years in the domain of medical negligence law. Since 2016, she has been consistently identified by Doyle’s Guide as a leading legal practitioner in Asbestos & Dust Diseases Compensation and in Work Injury & Accident Compensation.