Insights on insolvency litigation and public examinations with Hannah Griffiths from Pinsent Masons

In this episode of The Cut, Simon Cathro speaks with Hannah Griffiths from Pinsent Masons. Their discussion provides valuable insights into the complexities of insolvency proceedings, the various types of claims available to liquidators, and the importance of thorough investigations in pursuing these claims. Hannah Griffiths is the head of restructuring and insolvency at Pinsent Masons. She has over 15 years of experience in insolvency and restructuring⁠. She advises insolvency practitioners and boards on insolvency-related issues⁠. Key points discussed in this episode: Introduction to voidable transactions and insolvent trading⁠ A case study of a property development company liquidation⁠ The process of procuring funding for liquidator claims⁠ Types of claims available to liquidators, including uncommercial transactions, unreasonable director-related transactions, and insolvent trading⁠ The role of public examinations in gathering evidence for liquidator claims⁠ The concept of de facto directors and their potential liability⁠ Links Hannah Griffiths Linkedin Simon Cathro's Linkedin Pinsent Masons official website Federal Court of Australia – Insolvency Practice Notes   Cathro & Partners are experts in providing insolvency and restructuring services that help to create and preserve business value and to enable individuals to make a fresh start. The firm specialises in restructuring, turnaround, personal and corporate insolvency, safe harbour, secured enforcement services, government advisory services and pre-lending services. For a confidential discussion on any of the above, please reach out to one of our experts.