Alison Humphry

Alison Humphry is a distinguished Special Counsel at MDC Legal, bringing a wealth of experience in employment law to her role. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Western Australia, a Bachelor of Laws from Murdoch University, and a Master of Laws in Human Rights from Birkbeck, University of London. Alison's career has been marked by significant contributions in both Australia and the UK. During her tenure in the UK, Alison served as a partner in a national firm and later as a founding partner in a boutique firm, concentrating on employment and discrimination law. Her return to Australia saw her applying her vast expertise in both WA State and Federal systems, providing invaluable advice on dismissals, general protections, and discrimination matters. She takes pride in collaborating with HR departments to resolve issues efficiently and is adept at navigating complex legal landscapes to achieve favourable outcomes for her clients. Alison's prior roles have included Senior Associate positions at renowned firms, as well as advisory roles, where she honed her skills in stakeholder engagement, team management, and human rights. Her extensive experience also encompasses roles such as an Industrial Officer, focusing on negotiation and enterprise agreements. Alison's commitment to employment law and her strategic approach to legal challenges make her an asset to MDC Legal and a trusted advisor to her clients.