Solicitor & Workplace Consultant
Committed to resolution with efficiency, insight & integrity.
Recently independent after many years serving in Tribunal appointments at the Fair Work Commission and then the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission, Lea Drake specialises in conflict resolution and investigation. Arising from her career long specialisation in employment & industrial relations, and her personal empathy, she is committed to responsiveness to parties’ needs, efficiency and acting with integrity.
Whether a large corporation, a small to medium business or a single employer in a dispute, Lea can assist you to resolve issues with experience, discretion and professionalism.
Areas of Expertise
Dispute & Grievance Resolution
Lea has resolved disputes across the entire spectrum of industries within the coverage of the Fair Work Commission and as a solicitor. This occurred in industry wide disputes and at the local level involving large national employers as well as small to medium single employers. In her Tribunal work Lea always prioritised the resolution of disputes and grievances.
Mediation & Conciliation
Lea has had extensive mediation training and experience as a member of the Fair Work Commission. She has conciliated thousands of applications to successful resolution.
Investigations
Lea conducted many investigations at the Fair Work Commission. Investigations of possible misconduct and maladministration were her core work at the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission where she published 28 single and 6 joint reports whilst she was the Commissioner for Integrity.
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