Chambers Review
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Insurance Defence - Australia
What the Team is Known For
Jackson McDonald's substantial, Perth-headquartered practice is particularly skilled in handling insurance matters involving the mining and natural resources industries. It combines a strong Western Australian offering with a national capability, augmented by Sydney office. The firm primarily caters to insurer clients, both domestic and international, with a focus on contentious work. The insurance team is notably active on professional indemnity claims but equally adept at handling claims relating to D&O liability, employers' indemnity, business interruption, and construction and project insurance claims. Other areas of advice include public and product liability, statutory inquiries and legislative compliance.
Strengths
Jackson McDonald works closely and effectively with internal legal counsel to reduce exposure and navigate complex legal issues and disputes.
Jackson MacDonald is very client-focused and make the engagement and input required easy for clients.
The team at Jackson MacDonald provide bespoke local knowledge. They are good with relationships and take a commercial approach to resolving matters.
Notable practitioners
Fiona Dempster is a key contact for clients.