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Tom Spedding

Tom Spedding

Senior Associate Fair Work Lawyers

Adelaide, SA
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About Tom

Tom Spedding, a Senior Associate at KHQ Lawyers, brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the law. Having joined the firm as a Solicitor in February 2022, Tom has cultivated a strong foundation in dispute resolution, primarily handling commercial matters efficiently and effectively. He has a proven track record in managing complex issues such as building and construction disputes, corporate and insolvency disputes, contract disputes, debt recovery, employment matters, and property disputes, including commercial leasing. Tom began his career at RSA Law, where he worked as a Solicitor and Law Clerk, honing his skills in litigation and client representation. His background at Fair Work Lawyers further solidified his ability to navigate challenging labour and employment law cases, demonstrating his adeptness in developing strategic solutions that align with clients' best interests. Tom's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Politics and International Relations from the University of Adelaide. His leadership roles with UN Youth Australia and his involvement with the Northern Territory Road Trip showcase his commitment to education and youth engagement. These experiences reflect his ability to lead and communicate effectively, attributes that enhance his legal practice. Tom places a strong emphasis on research and staying abreast of legal developments, always striving to achieve outcomes that are both commercially sensible and beneficial for his clients.

Practice areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Property Law

Resume

Experience

Senior Associate

Senior Associate

KHQ Lawyers

Aug 2026 - Present • 2 months

Senior Associate

Senior Associate

Fair Work Lawyers

Dec 2024 - Jul 2026 • 1 year 7 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

Fair Work Lawyers

Feb 2022 - Dec 2024 • 2 years 10 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

RSA Law

Aug 2019 - Feb 2022 • 2 years 6 months

Law Clerk

Law Clerk

RSA Law

Nov 2017 - Aug 2019 • 1 year 9 months

Sales Floor Team Member

Sales Floor Team Member

Officeworks

Sep 2015 - Jan 2018 • 2 years 4 months

Director

Director

UN Youth Australia

Dec 2014 - Dec 2015 • 1 year

Immediate Past President

Immediate Past President

UN Youth NT Inc.

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 • 1 year

Northern Territory Road Trip Convener

Northern Territory Road Trip Convener

UN Youth NT Inc.

Jan 2014 - May 2014 • 4 months

Convener of the Aotearoa Leadership Tour 2015

Convener of the Aotearoa Leadership Tour 2015

UN Youth Australia

Dec 2013 - Jul 2015 • 1 year 7 months

Host

Host

TEDxYouth@Darwin

May 2013 - Present • 13 years 5 months

Deputy Convener of the Aotearoa Leadership Tour

Deputy Convener of the Aotearoa Leadership Tour

UN Youth Australia

Feb 2013 - Jul 2013 • 5 months

President

President

UN Youth NT Inc.

Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 • 2 years

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws

University of Adelaide

2014 - 2018

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) / Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) / Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Charles Darwin University

2013 - 2014

Darwin High School

2009 - 2011

Contact information

Adelaide, SA

Level 30, 91 King William St, Adelaide, SAWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Tom Spedding
Date of admission
2019
Certification type
C
Class
Lic # P13746
Region
SA

Last checked: 12 Sept 2026 • Checked with Law Society of South Australia

Practice areas

Commercial Law
    Employment Law
      Property Law