Jonathan Walsh
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Leading Principal Lawyer and widely recognised expert and advocate in Dust Diseases Litigation, law reform, policy and advice. Proven track record of building and managing large teams of specialist Dust Diseases legal operators.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Lawyer
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
Brisbane, QLD
08.2011 - Current
- Practice Group Leader for the specialist Dust Diseases Litigation Team in QLD/NT, NSW/ACT and NZ
- Lead, supervise and mentor a team of 16 lawyers and legal professionals to deliver client outcomes to budget
- Total practice management of all aspects of financial management and business development
- Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to claimants diagnosed with all forms of asbestos, silica, and occupational diseases and assist them in pursuing workers' compensation and common law damages claims.
- Attending hearings, mediations, conferences, trials and all related court work relating to client claims.
- Drafting all types of court documents including pleadings, motions, applications, affidavits, subpoenas and notices to produce.
- Liaising and engaging medical and scientific experts from various fields including Respiratory, Oncology, Radiology, Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Medicine, Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Forensic Accounting.
- Leading the firms business development within various sectors including Health, Allied Health and Union including with industry associations ADDRI, LFA, TSANZ and ASSEA.
- Leading the firms advocacy on key issues of law reform, awareness and broader campaigning on Dust Diseases related issues together with key union and medical partners.
Legal Counsel
AMP Limited
Sydney, NSW
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Advice provided to the Superannuation and Life Insurance Product Division on all legal aspects of product design and delivery
- Reviewed advertising materials for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws before release into the marketplace.
- Provided legal advice and support to business units on contractual, regulatory and compliance matters.
- Monitored changes in legislation affecting the company's operations or industry sector.
Lawyer
Ashurst (formerly Blake Dawson)
Sydney, NSW
02.2007 - 06.2010
- Provided advice on product and policy matters to Superannuation trustees, life insurers, general insurers, and investment managers
- Prepared applications for financial services licenses
- Assisted in ASIC investigations and related legal work
Lawyer
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
Sydney, NSW
05.2005 - 02.2007
- Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to claimants diagnosed with all forms of asbestos and silica diseases, and those injured via medical negligence and motor vehicle accidents and assist them in pursuing workers' compensation and common law damages claims.
Education
Accredited Specialist in Dust Diseases
Law Society of New South Wales
Sydney 01-2013
Bachelor of Media/Bachler of Laws
Macquarie University
Sydney 01-2004
Skills
- Client management
- Strategic Thinking
- Arbitration and litigation
- Legal Document Preparation
- Establishing Effective Relationships
- Organization and Administration
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Mentoring and Coaching
Accomplishments
- Recognised as a Leading Lawyer in Dust Diseases in QLD and NSW by Doyles Guide from 2020 to date
- Finalist in the Queensland Law Society Excellence Awards - Partner of the Year (Large Firm) 2024
Timeline
Principal Lawyer
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
08.2011 - Current
Legal Counsel
AMP Limited
07.2010 - 07.2011
Lawyer
Ashurst (formerly Blake Dawson)
02.2007 - 06.2010
Lawyer
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
05.2005 - 02.2007
Accredited Specialist in Dust Diseases
Law Society of New South Wales
Bachelor of Media/Bachler of Laws
Macquarie University
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