Mr Nick Le Mare > Corrs Chambers Westgarth > Brisbane, Australia > Lawyer Profile

Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Level 42, One One One Eagle
111 Eagle Street
BRISBANE, QLD 4000
Australia

Work Department

Workplace Relations

Position

Partner

Career

Nick has an unparalleled understanding of clients’ needs. As former General Counsel of Queensland Rail and former General Manager Workplace Relations at Virgin Australia he has a unique insight into the requirements of in house legal teams. He has built a strong reputation within the Queensland workplace relations industry, noted for his practical approach and ability to achieve results. Nick is a highly skilled practitioner with a wealth of industry expertise in aviation, rail, coal and logistics, in both private practice and industry, having practised almost exclusively in workplace relations law since 1997. For much of this career he has been positioned at the forefront of employment strategy and execution in some of the most difficult industrial relations settings. Whether advising on contentious workplace issues or appearing before the Supreme Court Nick is well-equipped to get to the heart of the matter and ensure a swift resolution.

https://www.corrs.com.au/people/nick-le-mare

Lawyer Rankings

Australia > Labour and employment: workplace health and safety (WHS)

Corrs Chambers Westgarth‘s workplace health and safety team is sought after for its expertise in advising on compliance matters, workplace fatalities, the safety-related aspects of commercial agreements, and safety governance issues. The group has particular strength in acting for clients in the mining sector, and is jointly led by Stephen Price and Nick Le Mare. Another key name in the team includes special counsel Marie Costa, who advises on regulatory issues and prosecutions. John Tuck, Giacomo GiorgiKirsty Faichen and Anthony Longland  joined King & Wood Mallesons at the end of 2024.

Australia > Labour and employment

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 TuckAnthony Longland Graeme Watson , and Paul Burns departed for King & Wood Mallesons at the end of 2024.