Caroline is a Partner in our Professional Indemnity Team with over two decades of experience in litigation. Her key area of focus is the defence of professional indemnity claims and disciplinary matters on behalf of lawyers.
Experience & expertise
For nearly two decades, Caroline has expertly defended both barristers and solicitors against a multitude of professional negligence claims across all jurisdictions, including complex, multi-party disputes. Her approach is to provide strategic advice at an early stage to identify risks and strategies for resolution.
Caroline’s earlier career included working in the insurance team of a mid-tier law firm. During that time, her practice spanned the areas of public liability, product liability, property claims and recoveries as well as providing policy and indemnity advice. She also practised in general commercial litigation, including matters involving contractual disputes, trade practices, shareholder disputes, debt recovery and insolvency.
Caroline is known for her strong negotiating skills. She appears regularly at mediations and contested applications in the County and Supreme Courts.
Work highlights
Caroline has successfully defended numerous practitioners at trial in the Supreme and County Courts, and the Court of Appeal.
Professional background
