Kate Flanigan

Kate works across a diverse range of matters in the compensation team at Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers.

Based in the Sydney office, Kate is a diligent and compassionate lawyer whose goal is to make a meaningful contribution in whatever areas her career takes her.

Kate practices across a broad range of compensation law, including working on complex civil liability, medical negligence, workers compensation and motor accident claims. She understands and appreciates that every one of her clients is unique and enjoys working with them to achieve significant compensation outcomes.

Kate is also involved in claims involving historical abuse and appreciates that this gives her a diverse perspective of the legal system.

“My focus is always on helping clients to navigate the legal system and achieve a fair outcome for their claim.”

Key Professional Achievements

• Kate joined Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers in July 2020.
• She was admitted as a Solicitor to the Supreme Court of New South Wales on 8 November 2019.
• She holds a combined Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business from Western Sydney University.
• Kate was made a Senior Associate at Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers in July 2024.
• Kate is a finalist in the 2025 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards in the Dispute Resolution and Litigation category.