Emma Hart

Lawyer

Emma joined Gilshenan & Luton in 2023 and has a keen interest in all aspects of criminal and employment law.

Prior to joining Gilshenan & Luton, Emma was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2022 whilst working as a Judge’s Associate at the Federal Court of Australia, Supreme and National Courts of Papua New Guinea, Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory and the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Emma was admitted to the High Court of Australia in 2023.

Previously, Emma worked as a litigation and dispute resolution solicitor at a commercial firm and has litigation experience in a range of jurisdictions across Australia and overseas, at both original and appellate level. Emma has experience in a broad range of practice areas, including employment and industrial law, criminal law, administrative law, and general commercial law. 

Emma is also a volunteer solicitor with Caxton Community Legal Centre, providing pro-bono advice and assistance to those in the community.

Outside of work, Emma enjoys reading, running and spending time with her two dogs.

Recent articles by Emma

Understanding a "show cause" letter from your employer

Understanding a "show cause" letter from your employer

Receiving a “show cause letter” from your employer can be a very stressful experience. Understanding what a show cause letter means, what your rights and responsibilities are, and how best to respond can all significantly affect the outcome and your employment position.
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Queensland’s new sexual consent laws – effective from September 2024

Queensland’s new sexual consent laws – effective from September 2024

The law in Queensland regarding consent to sexual activity has been substantially amended. The new laws are already in effect and came into place on 23 September 2024. The key changes as they relate to sexual offences are discussed in this article.
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Workplace right of entry for union officials

Workplace right of entry for union officials

The Fair Work Act provides right of entry provisions which allow union officials to enter a workplace under certain circumstances. The purpose of a right of entry is to balance the workplace rights of employees and the rights of employers running a business.
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Protected and unprotected industrial action

Protected and unprotected industrial action

The law around industrial action is complex, and it’s important for everyone involved in such disputes - employees, unions and employers – to understand what constitutes industrial action, and what they can and cannot lawfully do in undertaking such action in the course of a bargaining dispute.
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