Areas of Expertise
Lian brings over 15 years of experience in law, specialising in dust diseases work and historical liability claims. With a background in alternative dispute resolution, Lian is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for clients.
Her current practice focuses on dust-related cases, where she has been providing exemplary legal services to various clients, including NSW government clients in transport, education, public works, and health under the Treasury Managed Fund (TMF) and Comcare work on behalf of the Commonwealth Government.
Lian’s clients appreciate her efficiency and practical, cost-effective approach to resolving or contesting litigations.
Qualifications/Memberships
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Bachelor of Arts (WSU)
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Bachelor of Laws (WSU)
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Member – Australian Insurance Lawyers Association
A word from Lian
I am dedicated to achieving the best commercial outcomes for clients and enjoy working with them to successfully resolve their matters.
Career highlights
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Achieving mediated resolution of all dust disease matters
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Being recognised as a pre-eminent dust diseases lawyer since 2022 by Doyle’s Guide and listed as the youngest pre-eminent Partner
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Being recognised as a leading lawyer since 2018 by Doyle’s Guide
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Presenting papers and seminars to clients and industry groups
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Advising Government agencies on potential recovery actions.
Specific areas of focus
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Regularly representing Government clients in multi-party matters in both the common law courts and the Dust Diseases Tribunal
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Managing historical liability claims and navigating historical insurance policies to identify coverage
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Strict application of the Model Litigant Policy when acting for Government clients.
