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Jane Hall is a leading work health and safety (WHS) lawyer.
With over 27 years’ experience spanning courtrooms and senior regulatory roles, Jane Hall is one of Australia’s foremost experts in WHS law. Her unique perspective enables her to anticipate risks, solve complex compliance challenges, and guide organisations through the most serious safety incidents.
Jane advises businesses and government agencies on all aspects of WHS, from litigation and criminal prosecutions to the design of safety systems and governance frameworks. She regularly supports boards and executive teams to identify and manage WHS risks, meet compliance and cultural goals, and safeguard their licence to operate.
Renowned for her clarity, strategy and composure in high-stakes matters, Jane has led more than 600 regulatory investigations and 300 prosecutions, securing acquittals for both companies and senior managers. Her depth of insight and track record have earned her independent recognition as a leading expert in the field.
In addition to her work as a lawyer, Jane has been an independent expert member on the Commonwealth Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission since late 2016.
Jane is a member of the Safety Rehabilitation Compensation Commission.
Government review - Commissioned by the former Commonwealth Department of Jobs and Small Business, to review the effectiveness of WHS laws in preventing the top three causes of fatalities in the building and construction industry.
Investigations and prosecutions - Acting for one of Australia’s largest meat and food producers in work health and safety investigations and prosecutions in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland high profile health and safety incidents.
National childcare provider - Advising a national childcare provider on an investigation by the Queensland safety regulator after the death of a worker at a childcare centre.
Global logistics provider - Advising a global leader in cold storage and logistics on work health and safety and transport safety legal risks associated with their engagement with other contractors in the supply chain.
The Australian National University
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws
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Jane Hall of Thomson Geer is recognised for her extensive knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations and has advised a number of prominent companies on investigations and compliance.
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Jane Hall is very experienced, extremely responsive and highly attuned to the needs of the client.
Jane is a remarkable lawyer, technically excellent of course, but also extremely calming and reassuring, which is very important given the area she works in.
Jane Hall is very experienced, extremely responsive and highly attuned to the needs of the client.
Jane is a remarkable lawyer, technically excellent of course, but also extremely calming and reassuring, which is very important given the area she works in.
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Thomson Geer welcomes leading health and safety lawyer Jane Hall as Partner
Thomson Geer is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Hall as a Partner in its national Employment, Workplace Relations and Safety team, based in Melbourne.
Thomson Geer welcomes leading health and safety lawyer Jane Hall as Partner
Thomson Geer is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Hall as a Partner in its national Employment, Workplace Relations and Safety team, based in Melbourne.