Alison Hay

Alison manages a broad range of claims, including public liability matters involving complex injury and abuse, property damage, professional indemnity and workers’ compensation.

Alison specialises in:

• Professional indemnity
• Public and product liability
• Medical negligence and health
• Construction and commercial claims
• Insurance contract advice
• Institutional abuse

‘I completed my law degree in Tasmania, left to gain experience interstate and overseas, only to realise I love home. I enjoy litigation and, more specifically, professional indemnity as it offers the opportunity to learn the intricacies of other professions. Barry Nilsson appealed to me because it offered a national solution to national issues.'

She acts for insurers, insureds, self-insureds, underwriters and brokers with a special focus on:

• Construction (including architects, engineers, building surveyors and conveyancers)
• Financial institutions (including accountants, financial planners and mortgage brokers)
• Health care
• Local government (including councillors and officers)

‘I am quick to identify issues and use this skill to focus resources on a commercial outcome. I understand the industry within which I operate and am keen to know more.’