Misconduct investigations are unpredictable, subjective and procedurally ambiguous. Given the high-stakes and uncertainty of misconduct proceedings, competent legal guidance is critical to safeguarding your rights and professional reputation.
Our misconduct practice provides expert representation and tactical advice for professionals and students navigating disciplinary systems where rules vary widely and processes often lack clarity. We demystify complex procedures, challenge flawed investigations, and ensure fairness—whether defending against workplace claims, professional complaints, or university-related allegations.
How we help
- Professional complaints & disciplinary proceedings
Represent and advise professionals facing complaints and investigations by statutory governing bodies such as the HCCC, Architects Registration Board, CPA Australia Disciplinary Tribunals, OLSC and ASIC’s Financial Services and Credit Panel. - Workplace misconduct
Navigate and defend employees through internal misconduct investigations, fact-finding inquiries, and board hearings. - University misconduct
Defend students and professors against allegations of academic (e.g plagiarism, collusion) and non-academic misconduct at universities and tertiary institutions, and assist with appeals. - Medical complaints
Represent doctors facing investigations and sanctions by AHPRA, state medical councils and state-based complaints commissions (e.g HCCC). - Sporting & community boards
Challenge disciplinary decisions by clubs, associations, and governing bodies through mediation or appeals. - Appeal support
Seek judicial reviews or internal appeals in professional, university, or sporting contexts. - Procedural compliance audits
Review investigations for bias, lack of natural justice, or breaches of governing rules, appealing or referring matters to tribunals or external government ombudsmans where appropriate. - Reputation management
Mitigate public or industry fallout through confidential settlements and media response strategies.
