Jane Bowes
Principal Lawyer, Director and founder
Jane Bowes is the founder of Bowes Legal and a Queensland personal injury litigator known for doing things differently – and for good reason.
After working in top national and international firms, Jane made the deliberate decision to walk away and build something of her own. She had seen firsthand the way injured, vulnerable people – particularly in regional communities – were being overcharged, under-serviced and left worse off after settlement. For many, it was their one shot at justice. And too often, they were let down.
Bowes Legal was founded in 2022 to change that.
Built from the
ground up in regional Queensland – with nothing more than a laptop and a clear
vision – the firm has quickly grown into one of Central Queensland’s leading
personal injury practices. Jane’s vision remains simple: put people first,
never compromise on values and stand up to those who rely on imbalance and
complexity to get ahead.
Learn more about Jane in this recent article in Lawyer’s Weekly
‘There is a big, wide world outside big city corporate law’
“The higher I climbed, the further misaligned my personal values were becoming with big firms and corporates. The misalignment was loud against my purpose and desire to advocate for those without a voice. Injured Australians in regional towns are vulnerable and can easily be taken advantage of. They need a strong, confident person in their corner, and they want someone they can trust. They want someone they can physically see who is working and living in their community, who understands their situation and someone they can relate to,”
Jayde Lawrence
Executive Legal Assistant
Jayde is an integral part of Bowes Legal bringing over 15 years of experience in personal injuries litigation to our team. She is a true local, born in Rockhampton and has lived in Central Queensland her whole life, making her local connection truly invaluable. Having worked with some of the largest and most prestigious law firms, Jayde has been trained to an exceptional standard and exemplifies professionalism and dedication in every task. She is a firecracker and will not stand for clients being pushed around by insurers.
With a robust background in personal injuries litigation, Jayde possesses a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances involved in these cases. Her extensive experience means she is adept at managing the multifaceted demands of litigation, ensuring that our cases run smoothly and efficiently.
Jayde is known for her tenacity and unwavering commitment to holding those who have wronged you accountable. Her dedication to our clients and her role is evident in the quality of her work and the seamless support she provides to our legal team.
At Bowes Legal, we pride ourselves on our client-centred approach, and Jayde embodies this philosophy perfectly. She works tirelessly to ensure that our clients receive the support they need, helping to ease the burden during what can be a challenging time.