BDK Lawyers

Adelaide, SA

About us

BDK Lawyers, established in 2007 through the merger of two respected South Australian practices, is led by directors Andrew Dnistriansky and Stephen Kellis. The firm is committed to providing timely, practical and cost-effective legal services tailored to the diverse needs of its clients. With flexible operations and a client-centred approach, BDK Lawyers works closely with individuals, businesses, and insurers to achieve commercially sensible outcomes. A significant aspect of BDK Lawyers’ practice is insurance litigation and recovery. The firm has extensive experience representing insurers, self-insured organisations, and claimants in personal injury and property damage claims, as well as advising on indemnity and policy coverage matters. They also undertake common law personal injury recovery actions on behalf of the Return to Work Corporation of South Australia and others, managing both litigious and non-litigious matters with a strong focus on cost-efficiency. Beyond insurance matters, BDK Lawyers assists clients with debt recovery, civil litigation, and contractual disputes. Their legal team regularly appears in various South Australian courts and tribunals, handling complex commercial and personal disputes across a wide range of industries. The firm also provides specialised services relating to construction disputes, commercial leasing, technology agreements, and sports law, including contract negotiations and sponsorship arrangements for professional athletes and organisations. BDK Lawyers offers legal support in personal injury claims, property damage matters, and wills and estates, ensuring sensitive and accessible service delivery. They assist with Powers of Attorney, superannuation, and trusts, maintaining clear communication throughout all matters. By combining practical legal expertise with a commercial mindset, BDK Lawyers aims to consistently deliver solutions that meet clients’ strategic goals efficiently and effectively.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Estate Planning

Litigation & Disputes

Personal Injury

Property Law

Specialisations

Litigation & Disputes

BDK Lawyers offer comprehensive legal support in litigation and dispute resolution, with extensive experience in insurance litigation, debt recovery, civil litigation, and construction disputes. They assist insurers in managing claims related to personal injury, property damage, indemnity, and policy coverage, including navigating Internal Dispute Resolution processes and liaising with the Insurance Ombudsman. Their debt recovery services cater to a broad range of clients, from individuals to large businesses, handling matters such as unpaid invoices, contractual disputes, rent arrears, and securing debts against real property, alongside providing bankruptcy and insolvency advice. In civil and construction litigation, BDK Lawyers represent clients across various courts and tribunals in South Australia, resolving disputes involving contracts, misrepresentation, and professional negligence. They focus on achieving practical and cost-effective outcomes for both commercial and residential building disputes, acting for service providers and consumers alike. When resolution outside of litigation is not feasible, they have a strong record of advocating effectively in contested matters.

Personal Injury

BDK Lawyers offers comprehensive legal support to individuals seeking compensation for personal injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents, public liability incidents, defective products, and professional negligence, including medical malpractice. Understanding the challenges faced by injured clients, the firm provides flexible arrangements such as home visits to obtain instructions. Their approach focuses on efficiently resolving claims while striving to maximise entitlements, maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the process. In addition to assisting individuals, BDK Lawyers has extensive experience working with insurers and recovery agents on subrogated claims related to domestic, motor, and commercial insurance matters. The firm has a proven track record prosecuting and defending workers' compensation recovery claims on behalf of organisations such as the Return to Work Corporation of South Australia. Emphasising cost-effective and efficient management, BDK Lawyers utilises tailored systems to deliver value-driven outcomes in insurance recovery actions.