Stephen is a senior associate in Wotton Kearney’s general liability team and practices primarily in public sector litigation.
Stephen has experience in public liability, intentional torts, personal injury, and subrogated recovery claims. His recent focus has been in assisting clients to navigate the sensitivities of the abuse claims sector.
Stephen’s technical skills and understanding of the commercial aspects of claims management and litigation, together with his understanding of the priorities of government agencies, allows him to achieve timely and appropriate outcomes.
Since being admitted, Stephen has always practiced exclusively in general liability.
- Acting in civil matters in the Supreme Court of NSW and District Court of NSW on behalf of Department of Communities and Justice, including claims of negligence, assault, and false imprisonment.
- Appearing at contested motions and final hearings in the Local Court of NSW.
- Advising and acting on subrogated recovery actions, including recovery and enforcement of judgment debts.
Areas of Expertise
- Government
- Legacy, Sensitive and Complex Claims
- Personal Injury
- Property Damage
Industry Representation
- Public Sector and Education
Professional Affiliations
- Australian Insurance Law Association
- Law Society of New South Wales
- NSW Claims Discussion Group