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Garling&Co Lawyers is a multi-award-winning boutique personal injury law firm. Our team of highly qualified lawyers are all recognised individually as Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law, by the Law Society of New South Wales.

Garling & Co Lawyers Celebrates Fourth Consecutive Year of Recognition at the Client Choice Awards 

Garling & Co Lawyers has been recognised for the fourth consecutive year at the prestigious Client Choice Awards, being named Winner – Best Personal Injury Firm (revenue under $30m) and Finalist – Best Law & Related Services Firm (revenue under $30m) at the 2026 awards. 

The 2026 recognition follows consecutive wins in 2023, 2024 and 2025, reinforcing Garling & Co Lawyers’ long‑standing commitment to exceptional client service and trusted legal representation. 

The Client Choice Awards are widely regarded as one of the most credible and independent awards in the professional services sector. Importantly, the awards are based solely on client feedback, with no judges, panels or self‑nominations. Firms are assessed entirely on the experiences of the clients they serve. 

Matthew Garling, Principal Lawyer at Garling & Co Lawyers, said the continued recognition was especially meaningful. 

“To be recognised by our clients in this way is incredibly meaningful. Our clients trust us at some of the most difficult times in their lives, and this award reflects our team’s unwavering commitment to empathy, clarity and achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.” 

Client Choice Awards 2026 – Client‑Judged Excellence 

Now in its 22nd year, the Client Choice Awards are independently researched by Beaton Research + Consulting, drawing on feedback from more than 14,500 clients and over 220 professional services firms across Australia and New Zealand. Since the awards began in 2005, more than 425,000 pieces of client feedback have been collected. 

Garling & Co Lawyers’ Best Personal Injury Firm win highlights the firm’s reputation for compassionate advocacy, clear communication and strong results, while its finalist recognition for Best Law & Related Services Firm reflects broader excellence across the practice. 

About Garling & Co Lawyers 

Garling & Co Lawyers is a specialist personal injury law firm representing people affected by serious injury. The firm is known for its client‑focused approach, deep legal expertise and commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes for individuals and families across New South Wales.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Garling and Co is dedicated to ensuring their clients remain at the heart of everything they do. They actively seek feedback to deliver exceptional service consistently through their team of highly skilled lawyers, all accredited specialists in personal injury law.

Garling & Co Lawyers and Principal Lawyer Matthew Garling are widely recognised as one of Sydney’s leading personal injury law firms, with Matthew Garling acknowledged as one of the top personal injury lawyers in NSW. Please see the full list of our awards below. For more information about our industry recognition or legal services, please contact us.

2026 — Garling & Co Lawyers

Winner Best Personal Injury Firm (under $30 mill)

2026 — Garling & Co Lawyers

Finalist Best Law and Related Services Firm (under $30 mill)

2025 — Garling & Co Lawyers

Best Personal Injury & Compensation Law Firm 2026 - Winner

2025 — Matthew Garling

Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyer - Matthew Garling - Recommended

2025 — Matthew Garling

Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer - Matthew Garling -  Recommended

2025 — Matthew Garling

Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer Matthew Garling - Recommended

2025 — Garling & Co

Leading Work Injury Compensation Law firm - Garling & Co Recommended

2025 — Garling & Co

Winner Best Personal Injury Firm (under $30 mill)

2025 — Garling & Co

Finalist Law Best Law and Related Services Firm (under $30 mill)

2025 — Matthew Garling

Best Business of 2025 - Matthew Garling

2025 — Matthew Garling

Certificate of Excellence - Top 3 Compensation Lawyers - Matthew Garling

2024 — Matthew Garling

Worker's Compensation - Leading- Matthew Garling

2024 — Matthew Garling

Accident Compensation - Recommended - Matthew Garling

2024 — Matthew Garling

Public Liability - Recommended - Matthew Garling

2024 — Garling & Co

Workers Compensation - Third Tier

2024 — Garling & Co

Accident Compensation - Forth Tier

2024 — Garling & Co

Winner Law Best Law and Related Services Firm (under $30 mill)

garling and co award win best personal injury firm 2024

2024 — Garling & Co

Winner Best Personal Injury Firm (under $30 mill)

2024 — Matthew Garling

Best Business of 2024 - Excellence - Matthew Garling

Client choice awards finalist for best law & related services firm.

2023 — Garling & Co

Finalist - Best Law and Related Services Firm

winner personal injury law firm 2023 client choice awards

2023 — Garling & Co

Winner - Best Personal Injury Firm < 30 mill

2023 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Accident Compensation Lawyer

2023 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Public Liability Lawyer

2023 — Matthew Garling

Leading Workers Compensation Law Firm

2023 — Garling and Co Lawyers

Recommended Workers Compensation Lawyer

Best business of 2020 matthew garrison.

2022 — Matthew Garling

Best Business of 2022 - Excellence - Matthew Garling

Leading doyles accident compensation 2021.

2022 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer

Leading doyles workers compensation 2021.

2022 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyer

Leading doyles public liability 2021.

2022 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer

Best compensation law firm sydney.

2022 — Garling & Co

Best Compensation Law Firm in Sydney

2021 Compensation Lawyers in Sydney Award

2021 — Garling & Co

Top 3 Compensation lawyers in Sydney

Best business of 2021

2021 — Matthew Garling

Best Business of 2021

Leading Doyles Accident Compensation Award 2020

2020 — Garling & Co

Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firm

Leading Doyles Public Liability Award 2020

2020 — Garling & Co

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer

Leading Doyles Workers Compensation Award 2020

2020 — Garling & Co

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Law Firm

Leading Doyles Accident Compensation Award 2020

2020 — Garling & Co

Recommended Work Injury Accident Compensation Law Firm

Best business of 2020 matthew garrard.

2020 — Matthew Garling

Best Business of 2020

Recommended doyles public liability 2019.

2019 — Garling & Co

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles workers compensation 2019.

2019 — Garling & Co

Recommended Worker Injury Compensation Lawyers

A badge with the words best business of 2018 three best rated.

2018 — Garling & Co

Best Business of 2018

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Garling & Co

Recommended Work Injury Accident Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Garling & Co

Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Garling & Co

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Garling & Co

Recommended Work Injury Compensation Lawyers

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2018 — Matthew Garling

Recommended Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2017 — Garling & Co

Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2017 — Garling & Co

Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firms

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2017 — Matthew Garling

Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2017 — Matthew Garling

Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2017 — Matthew Garling

Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2016 — Matthew Garling

Leading MVA and injury Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2016 — Matthew Garling

Leading Public Liability Lawyer, Australia

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2016 — Garling & CO

Leading MVA and Injury Compensation Law Firm

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2015 — Matthew Garling

Leading MVA and injury Compensation Lawyer

Recommended doyles compensation law 2018.

2015 — Garling & Co

Leading MVA and Injury Compensation Law Firm

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Alina S.
03:51 26 Mar 26
I can’t thank Mr Garling and his team enough for the incredible support they provided throughout my case. From the very beginning, they showed genuine compassion, professionalism, and a strong... commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me - and the result they achieved in the end was far beyond my expectations!What stood out most was their clear and prompt communication, customer-focused approach and kindness. At every stage, they made sure I understood what was happening and what to expect. This made a very difficult and emotionally challenging process a lot more manageable. Whenever I had questions or felt anxious they were responsive, patient, and reassuring.Thanks to Mr Garling, I felt empowered and confident navigating the complex, opaque and overwhelming workers compensation system. His dedication and expertise, along with the hard work of his entire team, helped me achieve an outstanding outcome.I cannot recommend Garling & Co highly enough, to anyone in need of personal injury legal assistance, and especially those dealing with a workplace injury / workcover. You’ll be in very capable and caring hands!read more
sidney C.
02:14 05 Mar 26
From the Moment we seek out a lawyer all we expect from them is Honest,Efficient,Competentce,and Dedication.I Found All of That in These Lawers.
YKHADZ
00:11 25 Feb 26
I can’t thank Garling & Co lawyers enough!they turned what felt like an impossible situation into a life changing result.After my back injury forced me to stop working, I was terrified about how... I’d support my family.Kerry, Myriel and the team kept me updated every step without me having to chase. If you’re considering a TPD claim and feel like the insurer is making it deliberately hard, do yourself a favour and call these guys first. They know exactly what evidence matters and they fight hard without ever making you feel like just another file.Highly recommend worth every single star!!!Thanks again Kerry, Myriel & the team absolute legends 🙏read more
Howard P.
00:54 23 Feb 26
So thrilled with Garling & Co. Particularly Kerry Byrnes. Right from the first time I called for some advice to our favourable outcome she has had a listening ear, empathy and on the money with all... of her advice. I would gladly recommend their services.read more
Fiona C.
05:55 19 Feb 26
I cannot speak highly enough of my experience with this workers Compensation team. When I first reached out, I was completely overwhelmed and unsure about the process. I hit rock bottom - unable to... return to work, struggling emotionally, and feeling like I had no direction. From the very beginning, the solicitors were nothing short of amazing. They were patient, understanding and incredibly supportive at a time when I needed it most. They took the time to explain every step in a way I could understand, never making me feel rushed or alone. Their professionalism was matched only by their compassion and that combination made all the difference.Throughout the entire journey, I felt heard, respected and genuinely cared for. They fought for me when I didn’t have the strength to fight for myself and thanks to their dedication, I was able to get the outcome I needed to rebuild my life. If you’re unsure, scared or feeling lost like I was, I can confidently say you will be in the best hands with this team. They helped me through one of the hardest chapters of my life, and I am truly grateful. I can’t thank or recommend Garling & Co Lawyers enough.read more
E.B
01:02 04 Feb 26
We initially contacted Matthew after my husband’s injury, he was so helpful and gave us all the information about my husband’s workers comp situation, he took the time and explained where my husband... was at with his claim and what we needed to do moving forward. This was even before we became a client which was refreshing and honest… Navigating a workers compensation claim is hard and really confusing, the team at Garling and co are so helpful and professional they really make the process easy and smooth!! We knew we could always call or email and ask questions about anything at any time. My husband doesn’t speak English fluently and Allison and Matthew catered to that in any ways possible.My husband was happy with the outcome of his claim, and he felt like he ended up with best possible outcome thanks to Matthew and the team.Thankyou Garling and Coread more
Alyssa F
08:02 31 Dec 25
Matthew Garling and his team have provided incredible support and guidance throughout my MVA damages claim this year, and I can’t thank them enough for making this journey feel like such a breeze.... When I initially engaged Garling & co, I had no understanding of what was ahead. I was anxious and unsure about the process, while also navigating the physical challenges of my injuries. With assurance that my matter was being handled with high level of expertise, professionalism and integrity, I was able to focus on recovery instead. Throughout the process, Matthew and Allison have been honest, straightforward and efficient in all communication; being a supportive buffer in all dealings with the insurer, and consistently committed to a successful outcome. The outcome was excellent, and it is with huge relief and great thanks that I can put this matter behind me. I would highly recommend the services of Garling and co for any injury claims of a similar nature, and I’m forever grateful to Matthew and his team.read more
David Y
21:33 15 Dec 25
A big thank you to Matthew for his expertise, dedication, and genuine care in handling my matter. The outcome exceeded my expectations, and I am truly grateful for the excellent work of his entire... team. Outstanding results - highly recommended.read more
Richard R.
07:58 02 Dec 25
I needed urgent, clear advice regarding a Workers Compensation claim and "cold-called" Garling & Co.I was put through to Kerry Byrnes, and from that moment, my stress began to lift.I explained my... scenario which was causing me huge anxiety and Kerry listened intently. She provided simple, clear, and authoritative advice on my legal standing, the correct next steps, and what to realistically expect.Crucially, she reassured me that everything I had done to that point was correct.This initial consultation, which I later learned was provided at no cost, gave me perfect guidance and an immense sense of relief.There is truly no price you can put on that level of reassurance and peace of mind from an expert and Kerry delivered both instantly.Should my claim proceed and I need further legal insight, I will choose Kerry and the team at Garling & Co without hesitation.Their focus is clearly on the client and getting the right outcome.I recommend Kerry and the firm 100%.Thank you, Kerry!read more
Graeme M.
04:22 29 Oct 25
Matthew Garling and his team have been excellent in dealing with my case. I am very happy with the result and the process to guide me through everything over the last two years. Most importantly... happy with the payout. Highly recommend if you’re thinking of claiming for an injury caused by another party.read more
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