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Lawcover

Lawcover is a proud sponsor of the 2024 AILA Conference, in support of the legal profession in Australia.

Lawcover is Australia’s only profession-owned, APRA regulated insurer of the legal profession. We provide PI cover to law practices in New South Wales, the ACT and NT, as well a number of national firms.

Lawcover provides broad PI protection to law practices and outstanding claims service, as well as:

• Lawcover’s Risk Management Education Program events and resources, delivered in person or online at no or low cost, attracting CPD points and comprehensive premium discounts.
• Free run-off cover for retired solicitors and/or ceased practices.
• Cyber risk cover to the value of $50,000 per practice, at no additional cost

By helping to foster an environment of collaboration and knowledge sharing, Lawcover aims to assist AILA with promoting standards of excellence in the provision of legal services resulting in better outcomes for clients and the community.

Lawcover - more than insurance.

Devers List Pty Ltd

Barristers’ Clerk

Finding the appropriate Barrister for a particular brief can be a time-consuming task. Searching for someone who is appropriate to handle the case, contacting them and ensuring that they are available on the day of the hearing are all questions to which a Clerk can provide answers promptly and efficiently.

As the Barristers’ Clerk have detailed knowledge about the availability of the barristers on their list via the latest software diary sync technology, they can provide lawyers and others with up to the minute information about the availability of those barristers, as well as advising on the choice of barrister.

Halliwell

Liberty Specialty Markets

Sedgwick Australia

Sedgwick is one of the largest claims management services companies in the world. With the collective experience and expertise of over 33,000 employees worldwide, and more than 700 colleagues across Australia, Sedgwick deals with insurers, brokers, lawyers and corporate risk managers, assisting with a diverse range of services including: third party administration, specialist loss adjusting (property, liability, marine, cyber, construction, engineering & resources), forensic accounting, building consultancy, repair solutions, workers compensation and workforce absence. Fore mor information visit Sedgwick.com.

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FTI Consulting

Jensen McConaghy

Wotton + Kearneyy

Surveillance Central

CLARITY WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS

Independent Medical Opinion

Independent Medical Opinion has been the leading provider of personal injury assessment services in Australia since 1992. Our highly qualified panel consists of

600+ medical specialists and allied health professionals across Australia, who provide services to insurers, lawyers, government agencies, and employers.

All experts partnering with our organisation understand that professional reputation is paramount, ensuring all opinions are based on accurate medical and objective

clinical evidence delivered at the highest legal standard.

Services We Offer:

• Independent Medical Examinations (IME)
• Injury Management Consultations (IMC)
• Psychiatric Evaluations
• Telehealth Assessments
• Psychological Evaluations (Psychometric Testing)
• Neuropsychological Evaluations (Psychometric Testing)
• Fitness for Work Assessments
• Worksite Assessments
• File Reviews
• Medication Reviews
• Employability Assessments
• Activity of Daily Living
• Assessments (ADL) Panel Assessments

Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton Australia has a dedicated forensics team specialising in expert witness engagements involving insurance and commercial disputes, investigations, financial crime and digital forensics.

Our forensics team has the skill, expertise and experience from acting in a wide range of insurance disputes for plaintiff and defendants including business interruptions (BI), product claims, professional negligence (both quantum and liability), W&I claims, faulty products or service, building and property claims and complex personal injury matters.

Our team work closely with solicitors, barristers and clients to identify the key issues, providing robust and clear reporting. Whether it’s an initial review or evidence in Court, our experts have the right experience to assist in all financial issues arising in insurance litigation and claims.

Grant Thornton Australia is a member firm of the Grant Thornton International global network, a world-leading, independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firm. We have 1,500+ people across our offices in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Cairns and our forensic experts have experience in giving evidence in federal and state jurisdictions across Australia.

BMS

BMS provides specialist insurance broking and risk management solutions to thousands of companies Australia wide. We are an international brand, with offices spanning the US, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, blending global reach with individual market knowledge. Our personal service combined with our national buying power enables us to deliver competitive insurance packages for businesses of all sizes and industries. BMS’s goal is to safeguard our clients’ by truly understanding their needs and becoming a natural extension of their team.

The success of BMS in Australia stems from our extensive understanding of the local market, thorough data analysis, and world-class expertise, enabling us to secure a wide array of tailored products and provide advice on the solutions to best-fit individual clients’ needs. We specialise in strategic insurance packages, innovative risk management solutions, and personalised claims management services. Our offices located in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, ensure seamless service for clients nationwide, removing the stress of insurance management.