Employment: New South Wales

King & Wood Mallesons is well placed to handle the full range of employment law issues stemming from corporate restructurings and M&A transactions. It advises on adverse action, discrimination and unfair dismissal as well as workplace incidents and industrial disputes. The team has notable expertise in whistle-blower policy as well as remuneration and underpayments. It attracts a broad spread of clients from multiple sectors, particularly banking, mining and energy. The firm is noted for its presence across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia. Clients include SunRice, Griffin Coal Mining and Clough Group Administration.

"King & Wood Mallesons has taken the time and made the effort to know our business, which helps when briefing complex matters to the firm. KWM are particularly good at seeking clarification before heading down any one path to ensure the firm is providing the answers we requested."

"They are very focused on the underlying issues and importance of a commercial and sensible resolution."

King & Wood Mallesons assisted Epoch Holding in proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia for injunctive relief and a claim against a former employee alleged to have misappropriated sensitive, proprietary information.

Andrew Gray acts for blue-chip clients on executive and regulatory issues including compliance with new guidelines around remuneration and whistle-blowing. "Andrew is our most trusted adviser for complex employment law matters." "Andrew is responsive, commercial and strategic. He is focused on obtaining the best outcome for his clients and works tirelessly to achieve this."

Philip Willox heads the Perth practice, often advising prominent employers on Fair Work compliance and reviews.

Murray Kellock often handles senior executive and post-employment matters, and is particularly noted for advising on sensitive investigatory matters.