Clayton Utz
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Clayton Utz maintains a policyholder-focused insurance practice, advising on litigation, environmental liability claims, and insurance recoveries. The team is led by Sydney-based David Gerber, who is recognised for his expertise in insurance litigation, deeds of indemnity, and D&O liability claims. Sophy Woodward brings extensive experience in insurance coverage disputes and in developing strategies for large-scale projects, as well as advising on transactional insurance matters. Fred Hawke contributes deep knowledge of property, liability, marine insurance, and reinsurance law, while Chris Erfurt regularly advises policyholders on insurance programmes and transactional documentation. Nina Krys and Mark Wiese also play a central role in supporting the firm’s broad and well-regarded insurance practice.
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Testimonials
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‘The advice provided by David Gerber, in collaboration with Fred Hawke, has been consistently timely, well-considered, and succinct. They have demonstrated strong capability in identifying historical issues and delivering clear advisory notes and drafting enhancements on coverage matters. David's methodical approach and Fred's incredible insurance knowledge have been instrumental in coverage disputes.’
‘Extensive knowledge of insurance. Commercially helpful advice.’
Key clients
- Nuix
- Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for Nuix Limited in insurance recoveries from multiple insurers under Directors' & Officers' Liability and Public Offering of Securities Insurance policies, including excess policy layers, in respect of: an ASIC investigation concerning, among other matters, the company's initial public offering; shareholder class actions in relation to Nuix's IPO and share market disclosures; and an ASIC enforcement proceeding commenced in the Federal Court of Australia against Nuix and some of its directors.