Catherine Henry

Catherine Henry is a distinguished and highly respected lawyer with over 30 years of experience in medical and aged care law. Known for her extensive work in medical negligence and aged care regulation, Catherine has successfully managed thousands of claims against health facilities and providers, including some of Australia's most high-profile cases. Her expertise encompasses areas such as medical and allied health negligence, disciplinary litigation for health professionals, women's health and reproductive medicine, mental health advocacy, and inquest conduct. Catherine previously led the health litigation practice at Craddock Murray & Neumann, later establishing and merging the Newcastle office with King Street Lawyers. In 2009, she founded Catherine Henry Lawyers, focusing extensively on health complaints and regulatory issues. Her career began as a senior solicitor at the NSW Health Care Complaints Commission, where she prosecuted disciplinary cases against medical practitioners. Catherine's experience extends to serving as a legal member on boards such as the Pharmacy Board and the Mental Health Review Tribunal. A sought-after media commentator, Catherine frequently shares insights on health law and aged care reforms. She regularly speaks at legal and community forums and has been a lecturer at the University of Newcastle. Her advocacy extends beyond her legal practice; she has actively campaigned for medical error victims, health reform, and community issues like the preservation of public spaces. In her community roles, Catherine has served on numerous boards, including the Legal Aid Commission and Newcastle City Centre Committee, demonstrating her commitment to legal and community development. Her academic credentials include a Master of Health Law from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Arts and Laws from UNSW. She is an active member of various professional associations, including the Australian Lawyers Alliance and the Law Society of NSW, reflecting her ongoing dedication to legal excellence and advocacy.