Mills Oakley has a leading reputation for its marine insurer representation and transactional practice. The practice’s breadth is evidenced by its ability to advise on contract negotiations, litigation, and governmental employment advice. Frazer Hunt is a well-respected disputes lawyer, specialising in contentious insurance, international law, contract, and commercial matters. Maurice Lynch is well-versed in the intricacies of the 1984 Admiralty Act, including in rem proceedings. Henry Holland possesses specialist knowledge of indemnity disputes, subrogated recoveries, and marine insurance regulations. Andrew Crean and Daniel White both regularly assist onshore and offshore clients.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘I'm very satisfied with Mills Oakley and they are always available to seek general advice in addition to unique requests and challenging situations. They are considered market leaders in my opinion. ’

  • ‘Maurice Lynch, Fraser Hunt and Henry Holland at Mills Oakley are always friendly, professional, helpful and knowledgeable. There isn't a problem they can't solve. ’

  • ‘Prompt and over and above advice and action on matters with a friendly experienced team.’

  • ‘Responsive and helpful and genuine. ’

Key clients

  • AIG Insurance
  • Allianz Singapore
  • Ariste
  • AXA
  • Bank of New Zealand
  • Berkshire Hathaway Specialty
  • Chubb Insurance Australia
  • Collyers
  • Delos Cruise Ventures
  • Export Finance Norway
  • HDI Global SE
  • Liberty Special Markets
  • Logwin Air
  • National Transport Insurance
  • Nordic Hamburg Shipmanagement
  • North Standard
  • NZI Insurance
  • QBE Insurance
  • Soar Harmony Shipping
  • Thomas Miller Australasia
  • Zurich Australia Insurance

Work highlights

  • Represents the property insurers of Pusan Newport Co in respect of damage to five quay cranes and a berth.
  • Representing Hull and Machinery underwriters in relation to the sinking of the MY “Fiji Siren”.
  • Appointed by the owner of the vessel “Yangtze Fortune” which was judicially sold pursuant to court orders.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Frazer Hunt

Other key lawyers

Maurice Lynch, Andrew Crean, Daniel White, Henry Holland