Sparke Helmore Lawyers has recruited former MacDonnells Law partner Yvette McLaughlin as a partner in Brisbane.

An insurance and litigation specialist McLaughlin advises government agencies on issues arising from claims in the general liability and statutory classes of insurance. She has practised in insurance litigation for more than 16 years and also has experience in complementary areas of law, including employment law, workplace health and safety and industrial relations.

McLaughlin’s arrival follows the recent promotions to partner of Nicholas Studdert, Maxine Tills and Mark Doepel in the insurance group. The practice group has also welcomed Riaan Piek as a special counsel in the firm’s Perth office.

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