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Andrew Douglas

Andrew Douglas

Managing Principal - Victoria FCW Lawyers

location
Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number0488 151..

About Andrew

Andrew Douglas is a distinguished senior legal practitioner with over three decades of experience, offering his expertise to publicly listed enterprises, diverse companies, and significant SMEs across a broad spectrum of industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, construction, government, non-profit organisations, education, health, and financial services. Andrew's legal practice encompasses a wide range of workplace law disciplines, including employment law, health and safety, workers’ compensation, dispute resolution, privacy, and investigations. His comprehensive approach ensures that clients receive tailored advice suited to their unique needs. Before founding FCW Lawyers in 2018, Andrew played pivotal roles at several national law firms, where he successfully led large teams as the National Head of Workplace Relations and Head of Dispute Resolution. His tenure there is marked by his strategic leadership and a focus on effective dispute management and workplace harmony. Andrew is highly regarded for his dedication to leadership effectiveness and his unwavering commitment to the development and future of his staff. This commitment underpins a unique culture at FCW Lawyers, where trust, talent, and shared values create a dynamic and supportive environment. The firm prides itself on promoting well-being, flexibility, inclusion, and diversity, making it a respected leader in these vital workplace areas.

Practice Areas

Employment Law
Litigation & Disputes

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Experience

Managing Principal, Workplace Lawyer
Managing Principal, Workplace Lawyer
FCW Lawyers
Dec 2017 - Present · 8 years 2 months
Managing Director
Managing Director
Found Group
Jun 2017 - Present · 8 years 8 months
Head of Workplace Relations National
Head of Workplace Relations National
Macpherson Kelley
Oct 2010 - Dec 2017 · 7 years 2 months
Honorary Fellow
Honorary Fellow
Safety Institute of Australia
Jun 2010 - Present · 15 years 8 months
Director Australia
Director Australia
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Dec 2008 - Dec 2015 · 7 years
Principal
Principal
Douglas Workplace and Litigation Lawyers (subsequently-Douglas LPT Law)
May 2006 - Oct 2010 · 4 years 5 months
Partner
Partner
Heinz and Partners Lawyers
Feb 2003 - Feb 2006 · 3 years
Special Counsel
Special Counsel
Russell Kennedy
Dec 1997 - Dec 2002 · 5 years
Partner
Partner
Archer Bushby
Dec 1994 - Dec 1997 · 3 years

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 17, 130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number1300 495..

Practice Certificate

Name
Andrew Douglas
Specialisations
Advocacy, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Business/Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Law, Competition/Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Debts/Insolvency, Discrimination/Human Rights, Education, Employment/Industrial Law, Litigation - general, Personal Injury, Privacy, Trade Practices Law
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
MELBOURNE VIC 3000
CheckLast checked: 11 Mar 2025
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

Practice Categories

Employment Law
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Workers Compensation
Litigation & Disputes
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • General Advice