As an expert litigation partner, Hanaan Indari has successfully conducted many thousands of cases since joining Carroll and O’Dea in 1997. Hanaan is the Managing Partner of Carroll & O’Dea and is responsible for driving the firm’s strategy and leading the firm’s partners and staff. Hanaan leads a busy practice, supervising a team of lawyers in the Sydney and Wollongong offices.
Hanaan’s strong people skills, compassion and deep understanding of the issues clients face coupled with her many years of experience have led to her reputation as one of the leading lawyers in the areas of personal injury and estates litigation.
Hanaan’s expertise is impressively wide, including litigation, insurance disputes, motor accidents, public liability, medical negligence, workplace injuries and estates litigation. She excels when challenged, absorbing the full complexities of a brief rapidly, and able to devise a winning strategy, both in and out of the courtroom. She appears regularly before the District and Supreme Courts and a variety of commissions.
Hanaan has stayed with Carroll & O’Dea for the duration of her career because of Carroll & O’Dea’s outstanding ethics and track record in helping people.
“I am passionate about helping clients resolve their legal issues. I enjoy fighting on their behalf to ensure their interests are served quickly and fairly”
Key Professional Achievements
Hanaan has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New South Wales, a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Technology and a Masters of Law from the University of Sydney.
She is admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia.
Hanaan joined Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers in 1997 and became a partner in 2003. Hanaan was appointed Managing Partner in July 2020.
Hanaan was a NSW Branch committee member of Australian Lawyers Alliance from 2008-2013 and its secretary from 2009-2010.
She was a Board Member of Santa Sabina College and Chair of their Risk Management Sub-Committee from 2005 to 2013.
Hanaan was the author of the Lexis Nexis Personal Injury Law Manual Motor Vehicle Accidents Module from 2012-2015.
Listed in the 2021 Doyle’s Guide as a ‘Recommended’ practitioner in the areas of Leading Work Injury Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) NSW & Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) NSW.
Hanaan is listed in the Australasian Lawyers Magazine as a 5 star Personal Injury Expert for 2022.
Hanaan is a Board Member of the Maronite Diocesan Finance Council since 2022.
Hanaan completed the “Leadership in Law Firms” course at Harvard Law School Executive Education Programme in September 2023.
Hanaan was a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2024 for Executive of the Year.
Hanaan is listed in the 2024 Doyle’s Guide as a ‘Recommended’ practitioner in the area of Leading Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) NSW.
Media
On May 28 2024, Hanaan was featured on an episode of ABC’s Law Report with Damien Carrick. Hanaan discussed whether a victim of road rage can claim workers compensation, citing the El Ali v Hunter Operations Pty Ltd [2024] NSWPIC 14 matter.
In September 2024, Hanaan was interviewed by Jerome Doraisamy on The Lawyers Weekly Show about the firm’s 125th anniversary of commencement. Hanaan reflected on Carroll & O’Dea’s long standing history, enduring values and legacy, as well as where the firm sees itself moving forward.
In October 2024, Hanaan was interviewed by the Law Society Journal about the firm’s 125th anniversary. Hanaan discussed the importance of values, the changes she has witnessed in the 27 years she has been with the firm, and how the practice of law has evolved.
I just wanted to write to let you know what a relief it was to hear that my friend now has an outcome in his matter – what a terrible journey it’s been for him, I’m so glad he can move forward now. My dearest friends have all sung your praises to me on multiple occasions. They have each told me they are so grateful for your care, thoughtfulness and advocacy, I’m so glad they came to you to run my friend's claim. May we all have clients who feel that way about us at the end of a matter!
Thank you so much, you are top of the list for any future requests I receive for a referral.
I wanted to thank you so much for everything you have done to finally get this settled, especially Bianca and Michael for all their hard work especially today.
I would highly recommend Carroll and O'Dea Lawyers to others who need amazing lawyers for their legal needs.
Hanaan Indari (Deputy Managing Partner-Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers) provided the greatest representation and recently won my case. I know Hanaan Indari since 2004. She is a legal expert. I thank Hanaan for her professionalism, support and advise throughout my injury claim process. Hanaan was always available to assist and provided legal advice in every step of the way making sure that I was satisfied with outcomes and results. Highly satisfied with my experience and I certainly do not hesitate to recommend Hanaan to anyone I know that needs assistance with legal matters.
Professional and up to date with knowledge of compensation and third party law. Highly recommend. Hanaan and her team were of great assistance and help to me during a hard time.
I must admit, when I first made the appointment to meet Hanaan, I had a very negative expectation as I thought she would be the typical lawyer only interested in the dollar sign. When I met her, I was almost shocked due to the fact that she treated me as a human being rather than a number. I immediately felt confident that my case was going to be handled by a person who cared & I could trust.
Hanaan provided a very professional, genuine & personal service. She went above & beyond to make sure I received a fair settlement. Hanaan is a caring lawyer with honesty & integrity. I am not her most profitable client but words cannot express how tremendously grateful I am to Hanaan for all the hard work but most importantly by showing that she’s in it for a client, not just for herself.
I will never forget Hanaan. My family & friends know - if they need a lawyer, they can go to Hanaan with their eyes shut with the assurance they will be represented by the best lawyer.
I have great respect for Hanaan Indari. She is a decent, fair and strong female practitioner. Having now met Hanaan more than 10 years ago, I can say that it is no surprise to me whatsoever that she is now a Partner at Carroll & O’Dea, and no doubt a great asset to the firm. Hanaan is so consistent in her undertakings – so humble in her approach that she actually one of those rare individuals who is respected by clients, mentors, colleagues, opponents and trainees alike. I have genuine regard for Hanaan, as I am sure do so many others. Please use whatever of this you would like, as it is all true. I really wish her every success in the future and she deserves recognition.
I felt looked after and in good hands. This gave me reassurance and confidence that things will resolve in the best possible manner for the best outcome. Thank you.
