Aasish Ponna

Aasish Ponna is the Principal Lawyer at ADIEM Law, where he leads the Employment and Disputes practice. With a wealth of experience from both government and private legal sectors, Aasish provides expert legal counsel to government, corporate, and non-corporate clients. His practice covers a comprehensive range of issues related to employment law, industrial relations, work health and safety, professional regulation, and public sector governance. Aasish adeptly manages the full employment lifecycle, addressing matters such as unfair dismissal, general protections, Comcare claims, WHS incidents, and workplace discrimination. He has successfully represented clients in navigating complexities of enterprise agreement disputes and advising on professional conduct, especially within the health sector. His skills extend to statutory interpretation, legislative drafting, and strategic guidance for administrative law matters across various Courts and Tribunals. Previously, Aasish held notable roles at the Australian Government Solicitor and Ashurst, specialising in dispute resolution, employment, and entitlements, which further enriched his legal prowess. His leadership and advisory roles extend to being a Board Member of the Medical Board of Australia (ACT Board), where he exercises delegated powers in decision-making under the National Health Law. Additionally, as a Committee Member of the ACT Law Society's Professional Standards Committee, Aasish is instrumental in handling and investigating complaints against legal practitioners. His academic background includes a Law degree from the University of Adelaide and a Bachelor of International Studies from the University of Zurich, complemented by a Diploma of Government from the Canberra Institute of Technology. Aasish's dedication to providing strategic, practical solutions enables clients to effectively manage risk, resolve disputes, and navigate the legal landscape with confidence.