George advises on strategic and litigious employment matters and complex commercial disputes, helping organisations navigate sensitive issues with practical, commercially focused solutions.
Biography
George brings over 20 years’ of experience advising on both front and back-end legal issues and is well regarded for his negotiation skills and litigation style.
George’s unique perspective stems from his business management background and equips him to provide practical, commercially sound advice to multinationals, ASX-listed companies, privately owned and mid-market businesses, start-ups and senior executives, tailoring strategies to achieve client objectives.
George advises clients across a broad range of industries including construction, health, technology, sport, transport, government, manufacturing and hospitality. He has led some of Australia’s most significant sports law disputes, acting for major sporting organisations and high-profile athletes.
George's experience
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Specialist recruitment company
Developed litigation strategy to enforce post-employment obligations, reducing staff attrition and delivering significant cost savings to the client in a tight labour market. -
Victorian State Government
Managed a highly sensitive investigation into workplace culture following allegations linked to an employee suicide, including legal liability, WorkCover claims and strategic communications. -
Bupa
Advised on employment matters, including workplace contracts, employment law claims and investigations, interpreting industrial instruments and legislation and delivering litigation support. -
National sporting organisations
Represented multiple senior executives and players in complex employment and governance matters, achieving commercially sound outcomes. -
A state football players association
Provided advice on complex legal and employment matters, including discrimination, governance and regulatory compliance issues.
Awards, recognition and rankings
- Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) – Board member
- Best Lawyers in Australia 2027 – Recognised for Commercial Law, Labour and Employment Law, Sports Law
- Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year 2025 – Finalist, Mentor of the Year
- Australasian Lawyer Most Influential Lawyers report 2024 – Recognised under Business