EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Caitlin is a skilled insurance lawyer, experienced in acting for Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurers at all stages of a personal injuries claim, with a focus on achieving commercially beneficial outcomes.

Caitlin’s practice involves acting on behalf of CTP insurers in a range of matters involving indemnity, liability and quantum disputes. With an ability to build strong and collaborative relationships with clients and industry peers, Caitlin is able to achieve practical outcomes from alternative dispute resolution or litigation.

Caitlin applies a thorough and practical approach to the management of CTP claims, requiring substantive advice, investigation, appearance at compulsory conferences and Rule 553 conferences and trial preparation. 

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Assisted in Grapes v AAI Limited [2024] QSC 267 and Grapes v AAI Limited [2025] QCA 60, which involved an application for an extension of the limitation period pursuant to s31(2) of the Limitation of Actions Act 1974 (Qld). The matter was successfully defended at first instance, with the decision upheld on appeal.

Caitlin provides advice on indemnity and liability exposure, assessment of quantum, investigations, rehabilitation matters and dispute resolution strategies, culminating in pragmatic and commercially minded progression of matters to resolution or through to further litigation.