Maddocks’ workplace health and safety team advises federal, state, and local bodies on high-stakes workplace matters, including incidents, fatalities, and toxic work environments. Led by Catherine Dunlop, the team handles everything from industrial accidents and fires, to workplace harassment and bullying cases, with Bruce Heddle providing litigation and investigation expertise to assists clients with managing compliance, regulatory, and risk challenges effectively.
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  • 'Catherine Dunlop demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to dedicate the time required to understand the agency and its specific requirements. This ensures that her presentations and legal advice are both informed and targeted.'
  • 'Catherine Dunlop is professional, but what truly stands out is the rapport she builds and the sense of trust she creates through the way she conducts herself and the time she gives to you individually.'

Key clients

  • Services Australia
  • Commonwealth and Victorian State Government entities

Work highlights

Acting for Services Australia in an investigation arising from the Robodebt scheme.

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Practice head

Catherine Dunlop; Bruce Heddle