Nancy is a practical worker who is committed to delivering satisfactory results to her clients, making her reliable in any situation.
Nancy is a Special Counsel within the firm's Insurance team. Since her admission, she has primarily practised in the general insurance sphere, with a focus on public liability, professional indemnity, professional standards and property damage claims. She has experience in marine-related matters and construction disputes, including home warranty claims and recoveries.
Nancy has acted for major insurers and defended their interests in the Local, District and Supreme Courts of NSW, NCAT and AFCA. She enjoys looking after a diverse portfolio of insurance claims and is well experienced in advising on complex liability claims, indemnity disputes, recovery opportunities, and handling both personal injury and negligence claims for pure economic loss. Her varied experience allows her to provide pragmatic advice across a range of complex legal disputes.
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Client Solutions
National Insurer
indemnity
Client problem
The client faced an indemnity dispute concerning the policy response for damaged watercraft motors.
outcome achieved
Nancy successfully avoided legal proceedings by excluding the matter of indemnity, and the case was resolved at a commercial cost to the client.
National Insurer
Insurance
Client problem
The client required assistance defending a large personal injury claim where liability and Civil Liability Act (NSW) defences were available.
outcome achieved
Nancy was successful in achieving a verdict for the defendant.
Private Client
Construction dispute
Client problem
The client faced a large security of payment dispute for construction works.
outcome achieved
Nancy successfully obtained favourable determination in the adjudication process.
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Nancy Barakat's INSIGHTS
Financial Lines Insurance
