Miranda is an experienced litigator, specialising in civil litigation and insurance law. She acts for a broad range of clients, including insurers and large corporates. Her focus in insurance law covers indemnity, negligence and professional liability claims, with a particular specialism in professional indemnity matters in the construction space, including professional complaints and disciplinary claims.
In the construction sector, Miranda is regularly instructed on complex and high-value disputes and is an expert in architect and engineering claims. She is also known for dealing with Legal Expenses insurance claims.
Her expertise in the general insurance and litigation space sees her advising insurers both on policy response and conducting defence for their insureds. Miranda supports clients throughout the New Zealand Court system and specialist tribunals.
Miranda’s experience in dispute work is wide ranging, having worked in both the New Zealand and UK jurisdictions. Her experience in-house and in private practice has assisted her commercial and outcome-focussed approach to her work. Miranda utilises the litigation and dispute resolution processes to achieve excellent results for her clients.
Acting for insurers and insureds on a range of contentious matters, including advising on indemnity issues and defending insured liability claims.
Representing clients in the High Court, District Court, specialist Tribunals, and in alternative dispute resolution processes including mediations.
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