Band 2
Provided by Leigh Howard
Leigh's practice spans industrial relations, regulatory and public law.
He is briefed nationally for industrial relations work and has experience in all types of applications under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).
His public and regulatory practice extends to consumer, financial services, occupational health and safety, environment, discrimination and human rights. He has particular experience in civil penalty proceedings and white collar crime, and has acted for and against Australia's most prominent regulators. He is known for his grasp on statutory construction, constitutional, judicial review and regulatory enforcement principles.
Prior to the bar Leigh was a Senior Associate at Clayton Utz. He has also previously been a judge's associate, a tutor in constitutional law at La Trobe University, and an editor of Halsbury's Laws of Australia.
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Australian Labour Lawyers Association
Australian Association of Constitutional Law
Australian Institute of Administrative Law
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Leigh is an exceptional barrister. His responsiveness, ability to connect with clients and focus on delivering clients' broader business objectives set him apart.
Leigh is very knowledgeable and a talented drafter.
Leigh is an exceptional barrister. His responsiveness, ability to connect with clients and focus on delivering clients' broader business objectives set him apart.
Leigh is very knowledgeable and a talented drafter.