Atty. Justin Quill

Atty. Justin Quill

Justin Quill is one of Australia’s most experienced media law practitioners, practising exclusively in the area for 24 years. Justin is highly sought after by high profile media entities for urgent advice on significant matters.

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Profile Summary

About Justin Quill at a glance

Justin Quill is a litigation, adr, and entertainment attorney, practicing at Thomsons. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2027), Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law (2027), and Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law (2027). Serands clients in Melbourne and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Justin Quill is one of Australia’s most experienced media law practitioners, practising exclusively in the area for 24 years
  • Justin is highly sought after by high profile media entities for urgent advice on significant matters
  • He is also extremely well regarded as a litigator and a strategic thinker
  • Justin is a regular columnist for Australia’s largest newspaper, the Herald Sun and is called on for appearance work as an expert commentator
  • Justin specialises in defamation, contempt of court, suppression orders, urgent injunctions, confidential information claims, freedom of information requests, journalists’ sources, prepublication advice, defending breach of legislation claims and racial vilification claims
  • He provides advice to most of Australia’s largest media organisations – helping them to mitigate risk when publishing and fighting court actions like defamation or contempt of court claims
  • He is available 24/7 for prepublication advice on a full range of mediums (print, online, television and radio) and gives advice across the country meaning he is familiar with laws in other jurisdictions
  • Justin’s clients include both Australian newspaper publishers – News Corporation and Fairfax, all three commercial television networks in Australia (Channels Seven, Nine and Ten), national radio stations, AFL Media and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation
  • His passion for free speech motivates him to work hard for his clients and his love of the subject means he has developed a deep understanding of the importance of his clients’ right to publish
  • This makes him the choice of high profile clients and organisations when these principles and livelihoods are at stake

Practice Areas Explained

Justin Quill's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Justin Quill is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Justin Quill

Where is Justin Quill's law office located?
Justin Quill's law practice is located in Melbourne. The firm is Thomsons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Justin Quill handle?
Justin Quill focuses on litigation, adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How can I contact Justin Quill for a consultation?
You can contact Justin Quill directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Justin Quill received?
Justin Quill's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution; Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law; Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2027

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