CONTACT
Level 18, St James Centre
111 Elizabeth Street
Sydney, New South Wales 2000
Tel: +61 2 9291 7100
Fax: +61 2 9221 1117
Email: rtidswell@codea.com.au
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SUMMARY
Rebecca Tidswell / Carroll & O’Dea
Rebecca Tidswell is an attorney at Carroll & OÂ’Dea Laywers, with more than 16 years of litigation experience. Ms. Tidswell primarily focuses on medical law issues, and is accredited in personal injury law. Ms. Tidswell understands that when dealing with a serious injury, the legal process can be difficult for clients. To provide peace of mind and make the process less stressful, she strives to resolve disputes outside of the courtroom whenever possible. However, when litigation is necessary, Ms. Tidswell is a strong advocate for clientsÂ’ rights in front of a judge and jury.
An emphasis in medical law has given Ms. Tidswell an in-depth knowledge into complex matters such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries and catastrophic injuries. She has also represented clients with mental health issues, such as post-traumatic stress disorder related to an accident. Ms. Tidswell is known for her compassionate approach when dealing with families who have been devastated by an accident.
Prior to moving to Australia, Ms. Tidswell built her medical law experience at a top tier legal firm in the United Kingdom. Her experience in medical cases has been particularly useful in matters pertaining to car accidents, insurance disputes, product liability and workersÂ’ compensation cases. In addition to personal injury, Ms. Tidswell has counseled clients who were adversely affected by the poor ethics or unprofessional actions of other attorneys. Ms. Tidswell is committed to the highest legal standards and strives to hold legal professionals accountable for their actions.
Ms. Tidswell has been licensed to practice law in New South Wales since 2005.
Education
| School | Major | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield University | - | - | |
| Keele University in Staffordshire | - | - |
Certifications
Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law

