Adrian Barakat

Adrian Barakat is a Director and co-founder of AJB Steven Lawyers, bringing extensive experience in personal injury law across multiple Australian jurisdictions. Having commenced matters in most states and appeared in appellate courts up to the High Court, Adrian has a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape surrounding compensation claims. Earlier in his career, Adrian represented insurers, providing him with a well-rounded perspective that informs his balanced and pragmatic approach to client cases. He has a strong track record, having successfully resolved over 99% of his cases, with notable achievements including securing settlements exceeding $5 million for injured clients. Adrian has handled claims against major corporations such as Westfield, Meriton, Telstra, NRMA, Allianz, and Stocklands. Currently, Adrian leads the class action team focusing on medical device claims against pharmaceutical and medical companies, aligning with his background in personal injury and medical negligence. He also maintains a keen interest in family law, applying his extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution alongside his litigation and advocacy skills to secure fair outcomes in parenting and financial matters. Adrian's practice areas include motor vehicle accident claims, workers compensation claims, public liability claims, litigation, dispute resolution, family law, and estate disputes.