Kim Glassborow

Kim Glassborow serves as a Partner, bringing over 16 years of extensive expertise in planning and environmental law. Known for her substantial contributions in working with government agencies such as the Environment Protection Authority, local councils, and the NSW Department of Planning, Kim is well-versed in the dynamic landscape of waste management in New South Wales. Her role as a National Director with the Waste Management & Resource Recovery Association of Australia since 2018 further underscores her commitment to the sector. Before her current role, Kim was the in-house Senior Legal Counsel at Dial A Dump Industries, a prominent waste management facility in NSW, and previously, a Senior Lawyer at Clayton Utz, a prestigious Sydney law firm. Her practice focuses on advising waste recycling companies on legislative environmental compliance and addressing work, health, and safety concerns. She is adept at overseeing environmental audits, updating workplace policies, and conducting environmental due diligence during property acquisitions. Kim provides guidance to developers and industry players on town planning issues, compulsory acquisitions, and managing contaminated land and hazardous materials. Her expertise extends to environmental licensing, waste management, supply chain compliance, and handling pollution incidents. Moreover, she assists clients in obtaining necessary development approvals and environmental licences while ensuring ongoing compliance and dispute resolution in court settings, including the Land and Environment Court and the Supreme Court. Regarded as one of the leading planning and environmental lawyers in NSW, Kim's interest particularly lies in environmental waste management. Her leadership experience includes serving as the elected Chair of the NSW Law Society Young Lawyers Planning & Environmental Law Committee. Additionally, she is a published author for Lexis Nexis, contributing to publications on the Land and Environment Court Act & Rules, showcasing her scholarly engagement in her field.