Michelle is an experienced civil litigator with a focus on insurance law, regularly appearing at Court and mediations. She brings a wealth of experience, having practised in both New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
She regularly advises liability and general insurers on indemnity and conducts the defence of insured claims. Michelle has particular expertise in professional negligence claims against lawyers, accountants, auditors and construction professionals.
Michelle also advises insurers on a broad range of claims and policy coverage issues relating to property damage (including earthquake claims), building defects and defective workmanship.
In addition to insurance matters, Michelle acts for claimants and defendants in commercial litigation across a variety of sectors and subject matter. Her experience includes representing clients in disputes relating to contracts, property, leases, directors and shareholders, partnerships, debt recovery and insolvency.
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Member of the New Zealand Insurance Law Association.
Member of the Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association New Zealand
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