Versatile and highly-organised insurance law specialist with experience in both litigated and non-litigated insurance matters. Deep expertise in professional indemnity, general liability and earthquake claims. Adept at providing accurate and pragmatic advice in simple language while maintaining commercial objectives. Detail-oriented and resolution-focused with the ability to work autonomously. Articulate written and oral communicator.Specialties:• Advising insurers on indemnity, liability, quantum and settlement• Legal research, analysis and preparing legal opinions• Planning and orchestrating meetings with clients (contentious and non-contentious)• Conducting litigation, drafting pleadings and complying with court timetables• Attending mediations and preparing settlement agreements/deeds• Instructing experts, analysing expert evidence and preparing witness statements• Briefing and instructing counsel for trial• Appearing in court and presenting interlocutory arguments• Preparing case notes, marketing material and presentations for clients