Risk Management solutions for Religious and other institutions
Institutions face unique challenges in respect of professional standards, insurance, risk management and ensuring that they meet legal and other requirements to fulfil their obligations.
Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers are ideally placed to provide specialised and expert advice for religious and other institutions in managing claims for historic abuse and compensation.
Understanding where risks exist, how to fully address Professional Standards obligations and as well as advocating strongly with insurers in the negotiation and settlement of claims – these are just some of the skills of our experienced team.
Our risk management solutions include:
Interpretation and assistance on all insurance issues including coverage for historical matters
Preparation and submission of claims and negotiation with insurers at all stages of the claim process
Identification, analysis and review of client records, information and data relevant to Professional Standards claims, analysis
Tailored assistance for institutions to understand and meet their legal obligations in respect of child protection including Governance, Risk and Compliance
Capacity building within institutions including staff training and appointment for teams in Professional Standards Claims Management
Civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution approaches to reduce costs
These tailored solutions are in addition to the high quality legal services provided by Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers for decades now to religious and other institutions in this challenging area.
When it comes to the best advice in Risk Management Solutions call Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers.
Hanaan Indari
Managing Partner | Sydney, Wollongong
As an expert litigation partner, Hanaan Indari has successfully conducted thousands of cases since joining Carroll and O‘Dea Lawyers in 1997.
Selwyn Black is one of Australia’s most experienced commercial law partners. He has significant business acumen, enabling him to work together with clients to achieve practical solutions.
Joshua’s passion for human rights has underpinned his outstanding career representing clients in personal injury, Royal Commission and Estate litigation matters.
David practises extensively for organisations in the not-for-profit sector. He is known for his expertise in education law. He acts for many independent schools and other educational institutions.
One of the most experienced litigators in Australia, Howard Harrison is a Partner of Carroll & O‘Dea Lawyers. With 40 years of experience in litigation, compensation law and church law, he represents
Julia is a leading compensation and personal injury lawyer. A partner in the firm‘s compensation division, Julia appears regularly for both plaintiffs and defendants.
Josephine has helped clients, in her words, convert their dreams into reality by setting out the legal and practical pathway for the establishment of philanthropic organisations.
Educated in both Sydney and Sri Lanka, Maithri has over 40 years experience in litigation and dispute resolution. Maithri is regularly invited to present seminars to lawyers and university students.
Martin’s diverse career – journalist, guitarist, lawyer – means he has the life experience and the professional expertise to provide what his clients want when it matters.
Yee Mei Chow practises in Immigration Law, including handling Australian Visa Applications, Skills Assessment, State Sponsorship, and Migration Review Applications.
Brett Fatches ran a large and varied practice in Port Stephens, which included a mix of court litigation, out-of-court dispute handling and legal advice in a wide range of areas.
Adelaide has a significant legal practice and predominately assists clients, be they individuals or institutions or corporations, in estate and succession planning and property transactions.
Gillian has worked in the legal industry for over 18 years, she is experienced in multiple areas of law including, Estate Planning, Probate and Retail Leasing.
With an extensive career spanning television executive, musician and lawyer, Cameron has the commercial and life experience to provide clients with robust and practical legal solutions.
Courtney is a valued member of the Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers team, working across our employment and compensation law practices with a particular focus on work injuries.
Shakvaan Wijetunga is a valued member of the Business team and the Community & Associations team at Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers, based in the firm’s Sydney office.
Mick Sheils is one of Australia’s leading industrial relations practitioners. He is an industrial relations advisor and accredited mediator in the firm‘s employment and industrial relations group.
Michael’s depth of experience, ability to get to the heart of an issue and communication skills put him at the top of employment & industrial law and personal injury.
