Insurance
Leah is an associate in the firm’s insurance team and works predominantly as a panel lawyer for the firm’s major insurance clients.
She enjoys a varied practice including:
- Defendant personal injuries actions involving public liability claims – residential and commercial premises
- Motor vehicle claims including advising on inevitable accident, nervous shock, non-disclosure due to fraud and complex jurisdictional issues
- General insurance advice including indemnity
- Subrogated recovery actions for property damage and other areas such as bailment
- Drafting insurance submissions to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Leah is a seasoned trial lawyer with recent convincing wins in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
Prior to commencing with Cooper Grace Ward, Leah trained in a boutique personal injuries firm.
Leah brings maturity to her role having experienced life as a primary school teacher prior to returning to the study of law.
Leah is committed to achieving results for her clients and is appreciated for her dedication and work ethic.
Qualifications and Memberships
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Queensland University of Technology, 2007
Bachelor of Laws (Hons) - Queensland University of Technology, 2006
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) - Queensland University of Technology, 1994
Member - Queensland Law Society
Member - Australian Insurance Law Association
Member - Women in Insurance
