I specialise in complex workers compensation disputes and advisory matters under the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA), with extensive experience representing clients in the South Australian Employment Tribunal and appellate courts.

Over almost 30 years, I have acted for ReturnToWorkSA, its claims agents EML and Gallagher Bassett, and a range of self-insured employers on individual disputes, scheme-significant matters and claims strategy across large portfolios.

My advice is practical, concise and timely, helping clients manage risk, navigate legislative complexity and achieve commercially focused outcomes.
I am recognised for my deep knowledge of the South Australian workers compensation scheme and my involvement in matters that have shaped its interpretation and operation.

Career highlights

• Advised ReturnToWorkSA on the implementation and ongoing application of the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA) and the establishment of the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
• Acts in strategically important litigation under the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA), including matters of scheme-wide significance in South Australia.
• Acted in litigation resulting in South Australian Court of Appeal decisions that provide binding authority on the operation of the scheme.
• Advises insurers, claims agents and self-insured employers on complex, high-value workers compensation claims, with a focus on pragmatic strategies to avoid litigation where possible.
• Provides ongoing advice on claims strategy, risk management and legislative interpretation.
• Leads the firm’s Statutory Compensation practice as Practice Group Leader.