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Rob Lilley

Director and Principal Lawyer Leading Edge Legal

Perth, WA

About Rob

Rob Lilley is the Director and Principal Lawyer of Leading Edge Legal, distinguished for his commitment to improving access to justice and resolving legal matters efficiently for his clients. A father of three and rugby enthusiast, Rob combines personal empathy with extensive professional expertise. His dual role as a lecturer at Curtin Law School and as a legal member of the Mental Health Tribunal underscores his dedication to both education and active legal practice. With over a decade of experience in roles ranging from legal practitioner director at Douglas Cheveralls Lawyers to associate at Murfett Legal, Rob has demonstrated versatility across diverse legal landscapes. Rob's contributions extend beyond traditional legal practice. As the current president of the Citizens Advice Bureau of WA and a member of key legal committees, including the Law Society of WA's Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee, he champions community and professional engagement. His mediation skills are nationally recognised, reflecting his proficiency in alternative dispute resolution. Educationally grounded with a Bachelor of Laws and Science from the University of Otago, he further honed his skills with advanced international law studies. His academic journey is marked by a commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge, evident from his adjunct lecturer role at The College of Law Australia and various academic certifications from institutions like Université catholique de Louvain. Rob's holistic approach to law, combining litigation, education, and mediation, empowers clients to focus on their priorities, all while benefitting from his seasoned, compassionate legal guidance.

Practice areas

Litigation & Disputes

Resume

Experience

Lecturer and Principal Lawyer, John Curtin Law Clinic

Curtin University

Nov 2023 - Present • 2 years 11 months

Lecturer and Acting Principal Lawyer, John Curtin Law Clinic

Curtin University

Jul 2023 - Nov 2023 • 4 months

Legal Member

The Mental Health Tribunal

Jun 2023 - Present • 3 years 4 months

Legal Practitioner Director

Leading Edge Legal

May 2022 - Present • 4 years 5 months

Lecturer and Senior Clinic Supervisor, John Curtin Law Clinic

Curtin University

May 2022 - Jul 2023 • 1 year 2 months

Sessional Lecturer

Curtin University

Mar 2022 - May 2022 • 2 months

Adjunct Lecturer

The College of Law Australia

Jun 2021 - May 2022 • 11 months

Principal Mediator

Tough Talks Mediation

Jan 2020 - Present • 6 years 9 months

Legal Practitioner Director

Douglas Cheveralls Lawyers

May 2017 - May 2022 • 5 years

Lawyer

Douglas Cheveralls Lawyers

Feb 2016 - May 2017 • 1 year 3 months

Associate

Murfett Legal

Oct 2013 - Jan 2016 • 2 years 3 months

Lawyer

Murfett Legal

Mar 2012 - Oct 2013 • 1 year 7 months

Education

Professional Certificate, Refugee and Migration Law

Université catholique de Louvain

2025

MicroMasters®, International Law

Université catholique de Louvain

2025

Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Innovative Learning and Teaching

Curtin University

2024

MicroMasters®, International Legal Studies

Université catholique de Louvain

2021

Professional Certificate, Soft Skills

Rochester Institute of Technology

2020

Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science, Major in Biochemistry

University of Otago

2005

Contact information

Perth, WA

Level 27, 44 St Georges Terrace, Whadjuk Nyungar Boodjar, Perth, WAWebsite

Practice areas

Litigation & Disputes

Mediation