Rob Lilley

Perth, WA

About Rob

Rob Lilley is a seasoned legal professional with over a decade of expertise in civil and commercial litigation. Motivated by a growing demand for cost-effective dispute resolution, Rob honed his skills in mediation, leading to the inception of Tough Talks Mediation. Since 2017, he has been accredited under the National Mediator Accreditation System and maintains active professional membership with the Resolution Institute. His role as a panel mediator spans several respected organisations, including the Australian Communications and Media Authority and the Law Society of Western Australia. Rob's career is marked by his tenure as Principal Adjudicator at the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety. His academic involvement includes serving as a Lecturer and Principal Lawyer at Curtin University's John Curtin Law Clinic, enriching the academic landscape with his practical insights. At Leading Edge Legal, Rob stands as a Legal Practitioner Director, applying his vast experience to direct legal practice in Perth. His previous roles as Legal Practitioner Director at Douglas Cheveralls Lawyers and Associate at Murfett Legal highlight his progression and influence in the legal domain. Earlier, his investigative skills were honed through his service as a Detective Investigator with WA Police, providing a robust foundation for his legal career. Rob's academic background is equally comprehensive. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science, majoring in Biochemistry, from the University of Otago. His education is further complemented by qualifications in Refugee and Migration Law and International Law through the Université catholique de Louvain. Committed to advancing education, Rob has also acquired a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education from Curtin University, graduating with distinction. In sum, Rob Lilley combines his extensive legal knowledge, mediation expertise, and passion for education to provide clients with innovative and effective legal solutions.