Corrs Chambers Westgarth‘s ’strong‘ employment team ’always provides a solid, responsive reliable employment service‘. The group acts for a wide range of public and private sector clients across Australia, and has a solid track record in representing major international clients in class action proceedings. General protections claims and terminations of employment issues pertaining to allegations of serious misconduct are other key pillars of strength for the team. The department is led by Nick Le Mare, who specialises in acting for clients in the aviation, railway, and mining sectors, and Stephen Price, who is sought after by major financial institutions. Jack de Flamingh is another key contact. John Tuck, Anthony Longland , Graeme Watson , and Paul Burns departed for King & Wood Mallesons at the end of 2024.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Corrs are exceptional in taking a business and strategic view of legislation and how it can practically be applied in an organisation. They take the time to understand how our organisation operates, the challenges and opportunities that we have and then provide advice specific to our needs. ’
‘The individuals are always available, deliver within the committed timeframes and provide quality advice that is specific to our circumstances, not cookie cutter. ’
‘Innovative, insightful, well connected and pragmatic.’
‘Corrs always provides a solid, responsive reliable employment service. They have a strong employment team.'
Key clients
- Boeing
- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
- Glencore
- Collins Foods Limited
- Shell
- State of Victoria
- Volvo
Work highlights
- Assisting Bunnings with negotiations for an enterprise agreement before the Fair Work Commission.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nick Le Mare, Stephen Price