Dianne Banks

Dianne is a partner and the head of our Employment group. She provides advice on employment law, from the commencement of the employment relationship to termination. Her approach is to achieve practical and commercially sound solutions for her clients, addressing the many and varied issues confronting employers in the Australian workplace.

Dianne collaborates with clients to create effective strategies that minimise risk, protect employer interests and guarantee compliance with applicable legislation. She provides advice on major workplace change, WHS incident management, investigations (including whistleblower), compliance and the management of breaches, high-profile sensitive executive employment issues and representing clients in court proceedings. Additionally, Dianne advises directors on how to discharge their duties including in relation to their personal due diligence obligations under WHS legislation.

Dianne's diverse client base includes government authorities, public and private companies and senior executives. Her work spans many industries, such as private equity, technology, funds management, medical device, pharmaceutical and entertainment industries.

Dianne has appeared in all courts and tribunals where employment-related disputes are litigated – including the Australian Human Rights Commission, Fair Work Australia, State Supreme Courts, the Federal Circuit Court and the Federal Court of Australia.