Connect with meMichelle specialises in employment and industrial law, assisting employers in both State and Federal jurisdictions defend claims including unfair dismissal, discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying and general protections.
Michelle has assisted employer clients in a range of industries navigating their obligations under regulatory labour and safety laws within Australia. Michelle’s personable approach allows her to obtain excellent results in mediations on behalf of her clients.
Michelle has worked across the private and public sector in her capacity as a solicitor and has experience in an industrial association before being admitted as a legal practitioner.
- Successfully represented a private sector client in defending a general protections application in the Federal Circuit Court and obtained a costs order against the applicant.
- Advising clients on complex performance management process involving ill or injured employees.
- Advising on whistleblower policies and complaints.
- Reviewing and amending as necessary, modern slavery reports and policies.
- Representing clients in various tribunals, and commissions in relation to discrimination, sexual harassment and general protection matters.
- Drafting various workplace policies and procedures.
- Drafting contractor and employment agreements.
Areas of Expertise
- Sexual Harassment, Bullying and Discrimination
- Unfair Dismissals and General Protections Claims
- Work Health and Safety
Industry Representation
- Construction and Infrastructure
- Manufacturing and Consumer Goods
- Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Professional Affiliations
- Queensland Law Society