Kate Simpson

Coolangatta, QLD

About Kate

Kate Simpson stands as a seasoned legal adviser with a career rooted in a deep commitment to enhancing workplace relations. As a partner at her own firm, EmploySafe Legal, she has become a pivotal figure in providing businesses in Queensland with tailored legal guidance. Her academic foundation, built on a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s in Law, and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the University of Technology Sydney, underscores her profound understanding of the legal complexities she navigates daily. Kate’s career has been marked by her role as a trusted adviser in employment and safety law, with extensive experience gained across leading law firms and public sector roles in Sydney, Melbourne, and Queensland. Her tenure as Special Counsel at MinterEllison and previous senior positions at firms like Aitken Legal and Crown Law Queensland have honed her ability to tackle intricate employment issues. Kate’s diverse practice includes addressing long-term illnesses, psychological conditions, and ensuring businesses uphold their responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act. At EmploySafe Legal, Kate has shaped the firm's identity as a vanguard in employment law, offering bespoke services that cater specifically to the needs of Queensland businesses. Her leadership emphasises preventive strategies, including comprehensive training for boards and management to ensure workplace safety and compliance. Kate’s negotiation skills and expertise in employment law, industrial relations, and dispute resolution have proven instrumental in delivering effective outcomes for a spectrum of client organisations. Her strategic advisory services extend across industries such as retail, health, aged care, manufacturing, and FMCG. With a focus on building strong client relationships, she consistently achieves timely resolutions in complex matters, including capability dismissals and discrimination disputes. Her key skills encompass business analysis, workplace investigations, conciliation, contract law, and trade union negotiations, ensuring comprehensive support for her clients. Kate remains dedicated to fostering harmonious workplace environments through her insightful and proactive legal counsel.