Marnie Ryan is the Principal Lawyer at Marnie Ryan Law, offering extensive advisory services across Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland. With a focus on workplace relations and employment law, Marnie provides expert guidance to both public and private sector employers and employees. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of employment issues including dismissals, discrimination, disputes, adverse action complaints, workplace investigations, and disciplinary proceedings, as well as the drafting and interpretation of employment contracts and workplace agreements. Marnie's proficiency in handling contractual disputes is well-established, particularly those involving the termination of employment. She adeptly manages entitlements to reasonable notice or bonuses and addresses concerns related to share options and other benefits. Her significant litigation experience spans multiple jurisdictions including Fair Work Australia, the Australian Human Rights Commission, the Federal Court, and several other legal forums. Offering strategic advice to employers, Marnie ensures clients are well-informed of current workplace legislation and adeptly identifies potential business risks. Her proactive approach involves implementing customised documents, policies, and processes to maintain compliance and avoid disputes. Marnie has also garnered a strong reputation for delivering outstanding results for Australian executives, particularly in crafting effective exit strategies and navigating the complexities of trade restraint obligations and intellectual property concerns. Marnie began her legal career as a Senior Lawyer with Adams Wilson Lawyers, where she honed her skills before establishing Marnie Ryan Law. She earned her Bachelor of Laws with Honours in Corporate Law from La Trobe University, equipping her with a solid foundation for her distinguished career in employment law.
Principal
Marnie Ryan Law
Feb 2015 - Present • 11 years 8 months
Senior Lawyer
Adams Wilson Lawyers
Sep 2011 - Nov 2014 • 3 years 2 months
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) (Hons)
La Trobe University
2001 - 2004
Last checked: 24 Apr 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
