Lydia Hay

Research Clerk

Lydia is a research clerk at Hall Payne’s Brisbane office, supporting our personal compensation law team.

Lydia is currently completing her dual Bachelor of Justice/Law Degree (majoring in Policy and Governance) at the Queensland University of Technology. She was motivated to study law as she is passionate about fighting against injustices and advocating for the rights of individuals.

Prior to working at Hall Payne, Lydia volunteered for a Community Legal Service which helped people experiencing homelessness. It was through this experience that she learnt how legal practitioners can make a significant difference in peoples’ lives. She how she aspires to achieve the same in her future career in the legal field. She feels very fortunate to work with and learn from the extensively experienced personal injury claims team at Hall Payne.

When Lydia is not working or studying, she enjoys socialising with friends, listening to music and spending time at the beach.

Reviews for Hall Payne Brisbane

27 May 2025  Google Harrison

I cannot recommend Alexandra Jarrett at Hall Payne Lawyers highly enough. From our very first conversation, Alex was professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took the time to explain every step of the legal process clearly, ensuring I felt supported and informed throughout.

Her attention to detail and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome were evident from start to finish. Alex’s responsiveness and genuine care made what could have been a stressful experience feel manageable and under control.

If you're looking for a solicitor who is not only highly skilled but also truly committed to her clients, Alexandra Jarrett is the one to trust. Thank you again for your outstanding work!

14 May 2025  Google Carl K

Could not fault Hall Payne Lawyers level of service and genuine interest in my needs, Philip and Jodie were great to deal with.

12 May 2025  Google Daniel B

I engaged Mark Diamond on a matter. I've never had to do anything like this before. He went above and beyond.

After an initial consultation, provided sound advice leading up to engagement. Excellent communication. Fast and precise, with best possible outcome.

Highly recommend.

09 May 2025  Google Jennifer T

I had an excellent experience working with Hall Payne Lawyers Brisbane for my will preparation. The team were great and thorough, ensuring every detail was handled with care.

Thanks Phil and Jodie for making this process seamless.

14 Apr 2025  Google Jacob Q

I could not be happier after recently receiving the assistance of Alexandra from Hall Payne Lawyers. 

She's extremely diligent and was always quick to answer any of my queries. I felt supported and most importantly trusted the entire time and we had an amazing outcome.

She was nothing short of professional and a pleasure to deal with, I cannot recommend this firm and Alex enough.

10 Apr 2025  Google Chi Ho Lam

Justine was very knowledgeable and was very helpful in my matter. Would recommend other people to her.

17 Mar 2025  Google Stephen Y

Words cannot explain how impressed I am with Cale from Hall Payne Lawyers. He has been so professional in every way, and also been able to simplify so I could understand the more technical things.

He has guided me through the whole process, and at the end has delivered far beyond my expectations.

I recommend Cale unconditionly and without hesitation.

10 Feb 2025  Google Prince

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional service provided by Hall Payne Lawyers. They helped me navigate through a difficult situation where I was falsely accused at my workplace in aged care. Their expertise and dedication to my case were instrumental in proving my innocence and resolving the issue.

I highly recommend their services for anyone in need of strong legal support.

Thank you, Hall Payne Lawyers, for your unwavering support and professionalism.

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Recent Blogs by Lydia

Working in the heat – workers’ compensation and employee rights in Queensland

Working in the heat – workers’ compensation and employee rights in Queensland

Occupations which require employees to work in hot or humid environments can cause serious health risks. Heat related illness should be taken seriously by employers as workers who suffer health related illnesses may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits as a result of the injury.

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Can I pursue a medical negligence claim for a misdiagnosis?

Can I pursue a medical negligence claim for a misdiagnosis?

When a medical professional misdiagnoses a condition or illness, it can have serious repercussions on the patient’s health and well-being, and could pave the way for a medical negligence claim.

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Rejected workers compensation claims in Queensland

Rejected workers compensation claims in Queensland

Many thousands of worker’s compensation claims are lodged in Queensland every year. Although many applications are accepted and benefits are paid, some claims are denied. While this can cause injured workers a significant amount of stress, it’s important to understand that a rejected workers’ compensation claim is not the end of the road.

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Medical negligence claims in Queensland

Medical negligence claims in Queensland

When a medical practitioner or healthcare provider acts negligently in the care of their patients, it can have severe and lasting impacts on those patients. Healthcare providers in Australia must act to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their patients, because a failure to do so may cause significant physical and psychological injuries.

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