Director & Managing Director – Swanwick Murray Roche
David Lipke is the Managing Director of Swanwick Murray Roche Lawyers and a respected leader in the Central Queensland legal community. Admitted as a solicitor on 29 January 2002, David brings over two decades of experience to his role, guiding our team in the delivery of high-quality legal services with integrity and precision.
An Experienced and Strategic Legal Mind
David is known for his calm, measured and direct approach. He’s not one for theatrics — his focus is on outcomes. Clients trust him for his ability to cut through complexity and deliver results without unnecessary noise. Whether you’re facing a personal legal issue or representing an institution, David is the lawyer you want by your side when clarity, fairness and strategic thinking matter most.
David holds a Bachelor of Economics and a Bachelor of Laws from James Cook University. He is a member of the Queensland Law Society and the Central Queensland Law Association, and he proudly serves as the Honorary Solicitor for the Rockhampton Bowls Club.
David has also previously been named as a leading lawyer in Doyle’s Guide and in Three Best Rated.
Areas of Practice
David’s legal work is focused on achieving fair and just outcomes across a range of complex and often sensitive legal matters.
Compensation Law
David acts for clients in personal injury insurance and compensation matters, including:
These services are offered on a No Win, No Fee basis.
You may contact David to discuss such services directly.
Please note: Due to advertising restrictions in Queensland, we are unable to provide testimonials or detailed information about David’s specific experience or results in these areas of law. We can provide you with general information regarding these areas of law and for such general legal information, please visit our Resources Page.
Other Legal Services
David also provides legal services in:
- Dependency claims through superannuation
- Industrial deafness claims through superannuation
- Professional negligence claims
- Total and permanent disability (TPD) claims through your superannuation
- Advice and representation for institutions and businesses facing investigations or claims involving injury, death or safety incidents
- Staff training and policy development to manage and prevent workplace safety risks
- Managing insurance claims and disputes
Trusted by Individuals and Institutions
David is not a flashy lawyer – he believes in letting his work speak for itself. Known for his practical, commercially sound advice, David is regularly engaged by businesses, institutions and individuals alike. His clients value his honest communication, depth of legal insight and results-driven mindset.
Over the years, David has helped clients achieve favourable outcomes in claims against government departments, local councils, shopping centres and multinational corporations. His focus remains steadfast: to ensure every client receives fair treatment under the law. David is also regularly engaged by multinational corporations and institutions to defend and manage claims made against those entities. He has experience on both sides of the fence.
Contact David
To discuss how David can assist you or your organisation, contact our office today. Whether you’re navigating a complex compensation claim or seeking strategic legal advice, David Lipke offers the guidance and representation you can rely on.
