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Marilyn Cox
Solicitor, Lawyer, Independent Decision Maker
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Proven ability to work independently and quickly acquire new skills. Track record of delivering quality results and achieving key performance indicators. Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Independent Decision Maker (IDM)
National Redress Scheme
11.2019 - Current
- In this decision-making role, I consider applications made by survivors of institutional childhood sexual abuse; and determine whether a person is eligible for redress by interpreting and applying the relevant Act and Rules, policy guidelines and relevant legislation to each case, in a procedurally fair manner.
- This role requires a strong understanding of the cultural, social, historical and political factors relevant to the Scheme and the ability to apply, interpret and follow legislation, to determine quantum/s.
- I prepare a detailed Statement of Reasons for each matter - for applicants and liable institutions. I also conduct review determinations.
- The Scheme operates under a trauma-informed framework.
- I handle a high volume of cases and enjoy the rigours of this independent role, based on administrative law principles.
- IDMs are nominated by State, Territory and Commonwealth Governments and approved by the Minister’s Governance Board.
Investigations Solicitor; and Ethics, Compliance & Costs Solicitor
Law Society of NSW
Sydney, NSW
01.2020 - 09.2024
- As an Investigations Solicitor, I was responsible for investigating complaints referred by the NSW Legal Services Commissioner under Chapter 5 of the Uniform Law (NSW).
- Investigations were carried out in an impartial and expeditious manner in a high-volume environment.
- Following an investigation, matters may be referred to the Civil & Administrative Tribunal or Court, seeking disciplinary findings or other orders.
- I regularly briefed Counsel during investigations.
- In 2023-2024, I applied for the role of Solicitor, Professional Support, guiding solicitors on their ethical, compliance & costs obligations under the Uniform Law.
- In this role, I assisted NSW legal practitioners with legal practice management.
- During my tenure at the Society, I was responsible for providing legal services (legal advice, transaction legal work and preparing for litigation) to the Director & Deputy Director of Professional Standards and the Head of Regulatory Policy and Strategy; developed precedents and other resources for investigators and the profession.
- I was actively involved in committee work, including the Professional Standards, Ethics and Costs Committees.
- Other responsibilities included presenting to the profession and writing articles for the Law Society Journal (LSJ), Monday Briefs and Ethics & Standards Quarterly.
- I acted as Head of Regulatory Policy and Strategy, on occasion, which involved managing a team of senior solicitors.
Professional Conduct Lawyer
New South Wales Bar Association
Sydney, NSW
09.2018 - 10.2019
- In this role, I provided professional assistance to the Bar Council, its Committees, the Executive Director and the Director, Professional Conduct in relation to Bar Council’s statutory responsibilities under the Uniform Law.
- The Professional Conduct Lawyer also undertakes investigations into barristers, the subject of disciplinary conduct complaints.
- My responsibilities included case management; rigorous analysis of evidence and responses to that evidence.
- The role worked closely with the Chair and Barrister members on the Professional Conduct Committee throughout the investigative process; provision of constructive advice to facilitate Committee deliberations; the application and interpretation of the Uniform Law and the progression of each matter expeditiously, having regard to both factual and legal content, while adhering to procedural fairness considerations.
- The investigative process concluded by preparing a report for Bar Council's consideration.
- This position involved retaining and briefing external solicitors and counsel; acting as conduit for instructions to and from the Bar Council or the Executive Committee; and attending hearings (as necessary).
- I was also responsible for providing ethical advice to barristers and handling disclosure matters.
- The role provided secretariat assistance to four Professional Conduct Committees which facilitated the investigation of, and reporting to, Council on conduct complaints, show cause events and disclosure matters made pursuant to the Uniform Law.
- I was appointed Secretary to the Bar Association’s Professional Conduct Committee (No. 1) and attended regular Bar Council Meetings.
- The position involved working with other lawyers within the Bar Association and external stakeholders on policy matters and law reform issues; liaising with co-regulators in NSW and interstate.
Assessor Client Claims
NSW Department of Justice
Parramatta, NSW
09.2015 - 09.2018
- I worked as an Assessor of Client Claims under the delegated authority of the Commissioner for Victims Rights.
- This role involved assessing applications for victims’ support.
- I was required to consider available evidence, to determine whether a victim was eligible for victims’ compensation under the Victims’ Rights and Support Act 2013.
- As part of the Family Victims Team, a specialist unit, I had carriage of decisions for family victims of homicide.
- This included assessing support for crime-scene clean-ups, funeral expenses, financial support towards immediate needs and economic loss (including expenses incurred to attend coronial inquiries or judicial proceedings resulting from an act of violence).
- This role required an understanding of administrative law principles including fairness, accountability, consistency, rationality, proportionality, legality and impartiality.
- It also required an understanding of therapeutic jurisprudence and vicarious trauma.
- In this role, I worked with Indigenous communities in NSW through the Strong Aboriginal Women Conferences.
Duty Solicitor
Salvos Legal Humanitarian
Surry Hills, NSW
06.2012 - 06.2016
- I worked over a 3-4 year period as a duty solicitor for Salvos Humanitarian Legal at regular Advice Centres on a pro bono (ad hoc) basis.
- My role was to assess cases on their merits, including clients who had been refused Legal Aid.
- Areas of law included criminal law, family and children’s law, debt/welfare and social security law, housing, small business and consumer law, refugee and migration law.
- Salvos Legal is a revolutionary commercial law firm based in Sydney.
Legal Researcher
Edmund Barton Chambers
Sydney, NSW
05.2014 - 08.2015
- Within my role at EBC, I worked for Senior Counsel Danny Feller (Head of Chambers), Barristers Andrew Kostopoulos and Christopher Lawrence performing research for cases in civil and criminal matters, personal injury, commercial disputes, contract, insurance law and industrial relations.
- I conducted extensive audits involving fact-finding relevant to each matter.
- I was involved in preparations for ICAC Inquiries, including politically-sensitive matters.
- I assisted in preparations for international arbitrations and complex mining disputes.
- Subordinate matters included concealment issues, misleading and deceptive conduct, corrupt activity, corporate governance, ethics and other commercial/ corporate research and advice.
Team Leader Cabin Crew
Virgin Australia
Mascot, NSW
08.2012 - 05.2014
- As a Team Leader Cabin Crew for the Sydney Base, my responsibilities included management of a large ground-based cabin crew team; and the inflight crew (day of operation).
- I was responsible for conducting continual training requirements to Cabin Managers and Cabin Crew by way of bi-annual SARC Checks in line with Civil Aviation Safety Authority requirements.
- These examinations involve strict adherence to Civil Aviation legislation in normal and non-normal situations; and the delivery of compliance training in this highly-regulated industry.
- Requirements of the role included knowledge of, and familiarity with, Civil Aviation Orders CAO 20.11; Operating Manuals; Administration Notices and relevant Civil Aviation Legislation.
Long-Haul Flight Services Manager
Air New Zealand
Auckland, NZ
12.2005 - 07.2011
- I commenced my employment with Air New Zealand International Airline in 1999; and was promoted to FA1 (Flight Services Manager) in late 2005.
- As a Long-Haul Flight Services Manager, I was responsible for the overall management of the inflight cabin and crew; and a permanent ground-based team utilised for ‘day of operation’ requirements.
- This leadership role reported directly to the Pilot in Command (and a ground-based Inflight Services Manager) and included building a results-oriented, engaged and accountable team, while managing duty and flying hours; approving overseas expenses and allowances within contractual guidelines; cascading new initiatives; making decisions in emergencies; instituting appropriate accelerated communications; and implementing strategies involved in Crew Resource Management (CRM).
- My accountability extended to operational & regulatory compliance; adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s); and Occupational Safety & Health requirements.
Inhouse Counsel
Air New Zealand
Auckland, NZ
11.2009 - 05.2010
- I worked as in-house counsel for Air New Zealand, providing legal advice to the airline and related corporate entities.
- This opportunity enabled accreditation towards the practical legal training (PLT) component of my legal studies, required for admission to the NSW Supreme Court (admitted Oct 2010).
- This 'secondment’ formed part of my 12+ year tenure with Air NZ.
- International Airline
Education
Legal Practice Management Course - Law
College of Law, Sydney
01.2019
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Law
College of Law, Sydney
01.2010
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Southern Cross University
NSW01.2009
Bachelor of (Performing) Arts - Performing Arts
University of Sydney And Western Sydney
University of Sydney and W Sydney Campus01.1995
Higher School Certificate - Various
Tara Anglican School For Girls
Sydney, NSW12-1986
Skills
- Case analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Legal research
- Trauma-informed practice
- Ethics governance
- Professional development
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Excellent communication
References
Available upon request
Certification
Unrestricted passport and NSW Drivers' License
Accomplishments
NSW Dept of Justice - Award Nomination for Innovation & Dedication (2017)
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Law Society of NSW (Legal Practising Certificate)
Quote
How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky
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Interests
Skiing, Dancing, Yoga and Swimming
Timeline
Investigations Solicitor; and Ethics, Compliance & Costs Solicitor
Law Society of NSW
01.2020 - 09.2024
Independent Decision Maker (IDM)
National Redress Scheme
11.2019 - Current
Professional Conduct Lawyer
New South Wales Bar Association
09.2018 - 10.2019
Assessor Client Claims
NSW Department of Justice
09.2015 - 09.2018
Legal Researcher
Edmund Barton Chambers
05.2014 - 08.2015
Team Leader Cabin Crew
Virgin Australia
08.2012 - 05.2014
Duty Solicitor
Salvos Legal Humanitarian
06.2012 - 06.2016
Inhouse Counsel
Air New Zealand
11.2009 - 05.2010
Long-Haul Flight Services Manager
Air New Zealand
12.2005 - 07.2011
Legal Practice Management Course - Law
College of Law, Sydney
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Law
College of Law, Sydney
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of (Performing) Arts - Performing Arts
University of Sydney And Western Sydney
Higher School Certificate - Various
Tara Anglican School For Girls