Frances Hall

Frances Hall, Special Counsel, brings over 22 years of experience in regulatory advice, litigation, and enforcement proceedings tailored for local and state governments, as well as various regulatory authorities. Joining Weir Legal and Consulting in 2023, Frances has continued her role as a trusted advisor, leveraging her extensive knowledge from her 14 years at a prominent law firm. Her expertise includes offering advice, advocacy, and pragmatic solutions on a wide array of regulatory and administrative law issues, with a primary emphasis on building regulation advice for government authorities. Frances's portfolio extends to offering comprehensive regulatory advice on long service leave regulation and representing clients in judicial review proceedings in appellate courts. Her role also encompasses acting as counsel assisting in occupational licensing matters, including merits review hearings. At Weir Legal and Consulting, she provides insightful legal advice on all elements of regulatory law and governmental decision-making, focusing on statutory interpretation and the drafting of guidelines. Her approach is both practical and collaborative, aimed at helping clients and regulators strengthen their regulatory frameworks. During her tenure at Maddocks, Frances was instrumental in providing complex and strategic advice on building regulation and enforcement issues, notably involving combustible cladding and protection works disputes. She has carried out prosecutions for government entities and litigated complex building regulation matters in major courts. Frances also appeared before the Building Appeals Board and the Architects Tribunal, guiding intricate rule and policy submissions. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University. Additionally, Frances has further honed her expertise through the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Her extensive experience and commitment make her a vital asset in the domain of regulatory law and government advisory.