Jessica Dodds was appointed Solicitor Director in June 2022, originally joining Mason Black + Mendelsons in April 2019 as the QLD State Manager and Senior Associate, responsible for overseeing the Queensland office in all areas of the firm’s Insurance and Commercial Litigation practice.

Jessica has a broad range of litigation experience, specialising in the areas of Commercial Debt Recovery and General Insurance. Her practice includes acting on behalf of statutory authorities, service providers and financiers in respect of high volume recoveries, in addition to insurers and self-insured parties in property damage (commercial, domestic and motor vehicle) and malicious damage claims.

Prior to joining Mason Black Lawyers, Jessica worked at both boutique and national firms, practising in areas of General Insurance, Public Liability and Life Insurance matters. As a result, Jessica has a vast understanding of contractual matters, complex policy coverage and indemnity issues, quantum and liability, multi-party disputes and dual insurance claims.

Jessica otherwise enjoys providing offsite training to her clients on a range of issues, including recovery strategies and settlement negotiation.

Jessica is committed to ensuring clients receive an exceptionally high standard of service, with an approach that focuses on efficient and commercial resolutions.