Abby Talbot

Abby Talbot is a distinguished Partner at Hicksons Lawyers, where she brings a wealth of experience in Coronial Inquests and Government and Public Health-related Medical Negligence. With over 16 years of post-qualification experience, Abby expertly advises and represents NSW government agencies on intricate tortious and civil liability claims across various jurisdictions. Her comprehensive understanding of governmental operations enables her to effectively counsel a broad range of agencies, especially NSW Health, on matters of potential liability and complex medical negligence claims. Abby's practice includes acting for agencies such as NSW Health and the Department of Communities and Justice in high-profile and sensitive coronial inquests. Her expertise extends to class action and cluster claims within the Supreme and Federal Courts, demonstrating a strong command of the legal intricacies involved. She excels in managing large-scale claims, providing strategic liability and damages advice on professional negligence, personal injury, property damage, environmental law, and historical child abuse. Her extensive litigation portfolio covers complex professional negligence claims, including catastrophic birth injuries and concurrent tortfeasor claims, handling matters that require intricate apportionment between agencies, private entities, and contractors. Previously, Abby held the position of Director of Torts (Service/Regulatory Agencies) at the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office, further underpinning her leadership and strategic legal capabilities. Abby's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, with her legal practice admission in the Supreme Court of NSW. Recognised as one of Doyle’s Leading Lawyers for Medical Negligence & Malpractice Lawyers (Defendant) in 2025, Abby continues to be a trusted advisor and a leader fostering high performance and continual improvement within her teams.