Biography

Tom manages a large and broad portfolio of matters and disputes on behalf of WorkSafe Victoria, its Authorised Agents, employers, several authorised self-insurers, and the Transport Accident Commission in relation to statutory 'no-fault' benefits and common law damages claims. Tom's advice is also regularly sought by his clients regarding matters of complex claims management. Tom is experienced in representing his clients in all Courts and Tribunals in Victoria, both issued out of Melbourne, and out of country circuit Courts.

Tom's clients appreciate his practical but thorough approach. Having represented both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injuries litigation, Tom is well-positioned to advise his clients on balanced and pragmatic solutions in both litigated and non-litigated matters.
 
In the Winter months, Tom is appointed and acts as a Judicial Committee Member for Rugby Victoria, hearing and determining disciplinary matters arising from community level rugby union in Victoria and, on occasion, elsewhere in Australia.

Credentials

Academic qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
• Bachelor of Criminology (Distinction)
• Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
  

Memberships

• Law Institute of Victoria — Member
• Rugby Victoria — Judicial Committee member
  

Tom's experience

WorkCover defence
 
Advises and acts for WorkSafe Victoria, its authorised agents, employers and authorised self-insurers in relation to claims management, pre-litigated and litigated statutory compensation and common law disputes.
 
Dust diseases
 
Advises and acts for WorkSafe Victoria, its authorised agents, employers and authorised self-insurers in relation to complex and sensitive occupational dust disease no-fault and damages claims.
 
TAC claims
 
Advises and acts for the Transport Accident Commission in pre-litigated and litigated disputes concerning no-fault benefits pursuant to the Transport Accident Act 1986.

Awards, recognition and ranking

• WorkSafe Victoria — Legal Panel Recognition Award (2020)