Michael Magazanik

Partner Rightside Legal

Melbourne, VIC

About Michael

Michael Magazanik is a highly skilled partner at Rightside Legal, renowned for his exceptional expertise in representing survivors of asbestos exposure and abuse. With a robust legal career spanning over a decade, Michael spent 11 years with Slater & Gordon in Perth and Melbourne, where he successfully managed numerous asbestos claims, achieving notable trial victories in both Western Australia and Victoria. Michael has a distinguished track record in representing abuse survivors, consistently securing significant verdicts and settlements. In 2021 alone, he and his colleagues obtained a $2.7 million verdict for a former Geelong College student and negotiated settlements of $2.45 million against the Catholic Church and $3 million against Wesley College. His commitment to justice extends to overturning outdated abuse settlements in Australia, marking significant legal precedents in WA and Victoria. Before embarking on his legal journey, Michael was a journalist, a background that enriches his legal practice with a unique investigative perspective. He authored Silent Shock, a compelling account of the global thalidomide tragedy, reflecting his dedication to advocacy for those affected by corporate negligence. Michael's exemplary work includes securing a $1.3 million judgment against the Education Department for a traumatised school teacher and representing a bereaved family in a high-profile case involving unsafe home birth practices. His legal acumen is complemented by his academic foundation from the University of Melbourne, which underpins his strategic approach to advocacy and his steadfast commitment to achieving justice for his clients.