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George specialises in employment, industrial relations, litigation and dispute resolution. He is highly acclaimed in advising and acting in both complex and high profile litigation and is often called upon where the protection of reputation is a key focus.

George practices in employment, industrial relations, commercial and property law particularly with respect to disputes arising in those areas.

George offers industry-specific knowledge in a number of areas, including professional services, construction, technology, sport, transport, manufacturing, security and hospitality.

George has had carriage of some of the biggest sports law disputes of the previous decade, where he has acted for sporting organisations as well as high-profile athletes.

George’s management background combined with his practical experience as a lawyer enables him to offer valuable and strategic insights to his clients. He has a deep understanding of the issues associated with operating a business and can provide considered, commercial solutions to clients. Whether they are multinationals, start-ups, established SME’s, senior executives or high profile sportspersons, George provides his clients with tailored advice to assist them in meeting their objectives.

Since 2020, each year George has been nominated and selected as a Best Lawyer in the area of Labour and Employment Law by Best Lawyers Australia. He has also been recognised as a as a Best Lawyer in the area of Commercial Law since 2021. George has been recognised as a recommended lawyer in the Doyle’s Guide listing of Leading Employment Lawyer (Employee & Trade Union Representation) Victoria in the 2018, 2021 and 2022 editions. George was recommended as a Labour and Employment Lawyer by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific in 2019. In 2022, George was named a finalist in the Mentor of the Year category of the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards. In 2024, George was recognised in the Australasian Lawyer ‘Most Influential Lawyers’ report in the Business list.