LAWYER PROFILE
Steve Bell

Steve Bell

Asia-Pacific 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

- Workplace health and safety

- Employment, pensions and incentives

- Employment

Career

Steve is the managing partner of our Melbourne office. A leading work health and safety lawyer, Steve advises and represents businesses on all aspects of safety regulation. Steve works with clients to proactively manage risk and defends criminal prosecutions arising from serious workplace incidents. He develops bespoke, strategically aligned contractor engagement and management systems. Steve provides prompt and practical advice on steps to take immediately following an incident, as well as developing strategies for the efficient management of ongoing regulatory investigations. Steve represents clients at inquests and inquiries and is acutely aware of the impact incidents have, not only on those directly involved, but the wider workplace and company stakeholders.

For additional information on Steve's professional background, please visit: https://www.hsfkramer.com/our-people/s/steve-bell

Chambers Review

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Chambers Asia & Pacific

Health & Safety - Australia

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Steve Bell heads the practice from its Melbourne office and is well reputed in the market for his experience handling prosecutions and sensitive issues around workplace incidents.

Strengths

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  • Steve is a trusted adviser with excellent interpersonal skills. He always makes you feel like you are an important client.

    Health & SafetyChambers Asia & Pacific
  • Steve Bell is my go-to contentious employment lawyer. The litigator's perspective which he brings is invaluable in providing strategic insight.

    Health & SafetyChambers Asia & Pacific

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