Insurance: Policyholder - Australia
What the team is known for
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan is a specialist litigation practice, operating from offices in both Sydney and Perth and maintaining a strong global reputation and track record in respect of the handling of class actions as well as litigation involving product liability, professional indemnity and D&O issues. The firm also provides advice on insurance coverage disputes and risk solutions. The team is experienced in both cross-border and domestic insurance disputes for significant policyholder clients including major Australian and multinational corporates, regularly conducting its own court advocacy. Its key clients include Ardent Leisure Group and Greensill Bank AG.
Strengths
"They have exceptional proficiency and expertise. A great team."
"I find them engaged, find them understanding and passionate, and find them effective."
Work highlights
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan acted for Greensill Bank AG and its insolvency administrator, Dr Michael Frege, in a series of claims against its insurers under trade credit insurance policies.
Notable practitioners
Michelle Fox is based in Sydney and offers particularly rich experience in the representation of corporate insureds in class actions and of individual executives in D&O litigation. "Michelle is a highly skilled lawyer who offers exceptional legal advice combined with a strong sense of commercial awareness." "She is very competent and very firm. A direct and formidable person to have on your side."
