Atty. Bill McCarthy

Atty. Bill McCarthy

Bill has been a legal practitioner for over 30 years specialising in personal injury law including motor vehicle accidents and public liability, workers compensation, medical and dental negligence, and historical child sexual abuse cases. His practice also includes commercial litigation in the ACT courts involving insurance and professional indemnity issues, building and contract disputes, and employment matters.

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Profile Summary

About Bill McCarthy at a glance

Bill McCarthy is a personal injury and insurance attorney, practicing at BAL Lawyers. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2027) and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Negligence (2027). Serves clients in Canberra and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bill has been a legal practitioner for over 30 years specialising in personal injury law including motor vehicle accidents and public liability, workers compensation, medical and dental negligence, and historical child sexual abuse cases
  • His practice also includes commercial litigation in the ACT courts involving insurance and professional indemnity issues, building and contract disputes, and employment matters
  • Bill’s straightforward manner complements his extensive experience and knowledge, benefiting his clients not only in delivering successful outcomes, but as a kind and grounded advocate during the difficult process of litigation
  • He strives to build a solid relationship with his clients as he assists them in understanding the often complex nature of their claims
  • A dedicated collector of art, many of his artworks line the walls of BAL’s Canberra House offices
  • He is an active member of the local art community serving on the Board of Australian National Capital Artists (ANCA) and has previously had an ancillary role with Megalo Print Studio

Practice Areas Explained

Bill McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bill McCarthy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bill McCarthy is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bill McCarthy

Where is Bill McCarthy's law office located?
Bill McCarthy's law practice is located in Canberra. The firm is BAL Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bill McCarthy handle?
Bill McCarthy focuses on personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How can I contact Bill McCarthy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bill McCarthy received?
Bill McCarthy's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Negligence.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Negligence
- 2027

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