Nicola Smith appointed Assistant Crown Solicitor

Crown Law is pleased to announce the permanent appointment of Nicola Smith as Assistant Crown Solicitor of the Workplace Law Team.

Nicola has been with Crown Law for 23 years and has specialised in employment law and industrial relations since 2007. She provides expert advice across all aspects of employment law, including complex employment matters, disciplinary matters, performance management, long-term absences and responding to employee complaints and grievances. She is also highly experienced in the conduct of litigation and public service appeals involving employment issues and unfair dismissal claims.

She was admitted as a lawyer in the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2007 and has been widely respected for her pragmatic advice and ability to navigate complex legal issues, often under demanding circumstances. Nicola is also highly regarded for her exceptional level of client service and has also been consistently praised by colleagues for her leadership and mentoring skills.

Nicola will lead the Workplace Law Team in conjunction with Assistant Crown Solicitor, Catriona McPherson.

Congratulations, Nicola.