

Thomas Cahill, the Principal of Cahill Lawyers, has been a distinguished member of the legal community since his admission to the New South Wales Supreme Court in 1998. Thomas founded the firm where he focuses extensively on general insurance, commercial litigation, property, and various dispute-related matters. He adeptly represents a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from individuals and small to medium enterprises to some of Australia's foremost insurers, underwriting managers, brokers, and other risk carriers, expertly handling both the prosecution and defence of insurance recovery claims across Australian jurisdictions. With a robust background in both litigious and non-litigious contexts, Thomas has honed his skills through an impressive career in private practice and in-house roles. Since January 2018, he has led Cahill Lawyers with a commitment to legal excellence and client service. Previously, he served as Special Counsel at Bannister Law, focusing on class action litigation, and held the same position at Eakin McCaffery Cox, where he further developed his prowess in complex legal matters. Thomas's extensive experience also includes his tenure as a Corporate Lawyer with Alstom Power, where he was involved in significant corporate legal issues. His earlier roles as a Senior Associate at both Wotton & Kearney and Curwoods Lawyers fortified his expertise in commercial insurance law. A University of Sydney alumnus, Thomas's legal education laid a solid foundation for his future endeavours, complemented by his early academic pursuits at St Ignatius College, Riverview. His career is marked by a blend of strategic insight and practical solutions, making him a respected figure in the legal fraternity.

Principal
Cahill Lawyers
Jan 2018 - Present • 8 years 10 months

Special Counsel
Bannister Law - Compensation Lawyers
Aug 2016 - Dec 2017 • 1 year 4 months

Special Counsel
Eakin McCaffery Cox
Apr 2011 - Aug 2016 • 5 years 4 months
Corporate Lawyer
Alstom Power
Aug 2009 - Mar 2011 • 1 year 7 months
Senior Associate
Wotton & Kearney
Nov 2007 - Jul 2009 • 1 year 8 months
Senior Associate
Curwoods Lawyers
Jan 2004 - Present • 22 years 10 months

Bachelor's Degree
University of Sydney
1993 - 1997
LPAB (Sydney University), Law
St Ignatius College, Riverview
1986
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW