McCullough Robertson

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Partner

Michael is a partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group, where he primarily practises across public and administrative law, government advisory, and regulatory and occupational disciplinary law.

Over 16 years, Michael has established himself as a trusted advisor to various Commonwealth, State and Local Government departments and entities, across the broad range of matters which impact upon government – including core issues such as statutory interpretation and decision-making, through to Right to Information and record keeping, and the application of the Human Rights Act.

He is known for cutting through the complexity of government problems, providing practical and strategic advice, with a full appreciation of the broader policy environment which impacts upon government.

Michael undertakes litigation in all jurisdictions across Australia, including first level and merits review tribunals, and the Supreme, Federal and High Courts.

Michael has extensive expertise in judicial review proceedings, and with nationalised regulatory regimes, including having acted in more than 100 matters for the various national health regulatory boards; Australia’s regulator for heavy vehicles; and the regulatory authority under the Education and Care Services National Law.

Michael has particular expertise in disciplinary and regulatory prosecutions. He has acted in both criminal prosecution and defence roles since being admitted in 2007, and in Commissions of Inquiry/Royal Commissions.

He is experienced in large-scale governance and legislative reviews and refreshes, including having coordinated the Queensland racing regulator’s response to the Queensland Greyhound Racing Industry Commission of Inquiry.