Courtney Steele is a distinguished Partner at HBA in Brisbane, bringing a wealth of expertise in insurance litigation across diverse sectors such as mining, construction, retail, health, and government. Since joining HBA in 2021, Courtney has established herself as a key figure, leading complex litigation and offering strategic legal solutions. Her journey includes a substantial tenure at a global top-tier firm and valuable in-house roles within a major medical defence organisation and an international mining company. This diverse experience underpins her proficiency in handling professional indemnity, commercial litigation, public and general liability, and workers’ compensation cases. Courtney frequently collaborates with clients from various industries, including health, construction, and retail, managing disputes and offering risk management advice. Courtney's skill set extends to significant commercial litigation, including property damage and catastrophic incident claims. Her work with local and international insurers showcases her adeptness in negotiating settlements and managing litigation from inception to resolution. She provides comprehensive support through contract evaluations, risk assessments, and policy reviews. Her high-profile casework includes large-scale incidents at mine sites and fatalities in construction. Courtney is notably proficient in managing asbestos-related claims and has worked with leading medical experts across Australia and the US. Her expertise also encompasses medical malpractice, providing robust defence and advisory services to hospitals and medical professionals. Courtney's dedication to her clients is evident in her ability to act as a business partner, offering tactical legal strategies that balance cost-efficiency with successful outcomes. Her adeptness at representing clients during mediations and being a pivotal part of litigation strategy ensures she is a respected adviser in her field. Courtney holds a Bachelor of Law and a Bachelor of Business from Griffith University, reflecting her strong educational foundation which complements her extensive practical experience in the legal landscape.
Partner
HBA Legal (part of Crawford & Company)
Feb 2021 - Present • 5 years 9 months
Senior Associate
Ashurst
Nov 2007 - Jan 2021 • 13 years 2 months
Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Business
Griffith University
2004 - 2008
Last checked: 14 Sept 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
