Madelaine is a Partner in our Compulsory Third Party Insurance Team, specialising in CTP, workers compensation and public liability claims.
Experience & expertise
Madelaine acts for insurer clients across a wide range of complex matters, with particular expertise in managing major claims, including those involving catastrophic injuries.
She is highly regarded for her methodical approach and expertise in defending fraudulent and exaggerated claims. Her work has resulted in favourable judgments, claim withdrawals, recoveries for the insurer, and referrals for criminal prosecution.
Admitted to practise law in New South Wales and the High Court of Australia, Madelaine is known for her commercial focus, technical skill and commitment to achieving strong client outcomes.
Work highlights
Madelaine has achieved multiple withdrawals of fraudulent claims or verdicts for the defendant in favour of her client, resulting in considerable savings for her clients. Additionally, Madelaine has run recovery proceedings for insurer clients seeking to recover money paid on the basis of fraudulent statements and has provided evidence to SIRA that has resulted in the prosecution of claimants involved in lodging fraudulent CTP claims.
Madelaine has given various presentation to insurer clients on issues that have arisen in the CTP scheme.
Madelaine has also provided pro bono legal services since 2015.
Following graduation from the University of Newcastle, Madelaine has continued her close involvement with the University’s Law School, including judging student competitive moots.
Professional background
