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Daniel Robinson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law. Daniel, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Daniel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Simon has practised as a barrister in Sydney since 2010 and was appointed Senior Counsel in 2024. He had previously worked in New York, taught at the University of Sydney Law School, and been an associate at the High Court of Australia. Simon’s practice includes commercial and corporate law, equity, insurance, professional indemnity, public law and trade practices. He has appeared in representative proceedings (for applicants and respondents), commissions of inquiry (as counsel assistin...

Geoffrey Wood is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction / Infrastructure Law and Transportation Law. Geoffrey, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Geoffrey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Derek Hand is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction / Infrastructure Law. Derek, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Derek is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lindsay Taylor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Planning and Environmental Law. Lindsay, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lindsay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Dominic Maait is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law. Dominic, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dominic is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stephen Connell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Stephen, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael practices in all areas of workplace relations with a special focus on work health and safety. He acts for a diverse range of clients in construction and manufacturing, agribusiness, media, education, professional services, transport and government. Michael’s expertise includes: appearing in industrial disputes, litigated claims and coronial hearings work health and safety including structuring WHS management systems, agreements, policies and procedures conducting internal workpl...

Adele Fletcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation. Adele, who practices law in Sydney, Australia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Adele is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John has over 20 years’ experience as a litigator specialising in all areas of insurance and has managed a significant number of large litigated matters. John is an Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation (Insurance) and leads our insurance team. He has acted in matters in all States of Australia. John is an experienced advocate, regularly appearing for clients in court and participates in alternative dispute resolution programs in those matters identified as unsuitable for litig...