Connect with meJessica has extensive experience acting on a wide range of litigated and unlitigated matters. She acts for domestic and international insurers in personal injury, public liability, medical negligence, workers compensation and motor vehicle accident claims. Jessica also advises on policy interpretation, indemnity issues and dual insurance.
Jessica has appeared on behalf of clients in the ACT Magistrates Court and Supreme Court, and in the SA Magistrates Court and District Court. She is a clear and persuasive advocate and often represents clients in contested applications. She proactively uses dispute resolution practices and has appeared in informal settlement conferences, including private and court-ordered meditations.
Jessica takes a collaborative approach to ensure that the best claims outcome can be achieved. She is also known for providing tailored, clear, and strategic advice.
- Successfully acting for an insurer as the applicant in the ACT Court of Appeal in a matter where liability was denied on the basis that the insured acted in the ‘agony of the moment’. Jessica acted for the insurer as the respondent to the special leave application brought by the plaintiff.
- Defending personal injury claims brought against occupiers, including shopping centres, hotels and restaurants.
- Acting for head contractors and sub-contractors in personal injury claims brought by labour hire workers.
- Acting for insurers in claims involving motor vehicle accidents.
- Advising insurers on coverage disputes, policy interpretation and dual insurance claims.
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury
- Property Damage
- Construction and Infrastructure
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
- Industrial and Commercial Property
- Retail and Labour Hire
- Law Society of South Australia