Kristina practices in the areas of government related litigation, administrative law, and information law.
Kristina assists administrative decision-makers to effectively discharge their functions and assists with the review of matters in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT), the Federal Court and the High Court of Australia. Kristina is also an experienced solicitor advocate.
Kristina regularly advise Commonwealth, State and private clients on areas such as legislative development, governance, administrative review, judicial review, statutory interpretation, CDDA, freedom of information (FOI) and privacy, drafting of instruments and delegations, and regulatory programs.
Kristina also assists Commonwealth clients in royal commissions, inquiries, investigations and coronial inquests. Her experience includes advising on strategy, leading a team of solicitors, document management, witness interviews, report and document writing (including policies, processes and responses for requests for information), briefing and assisting counsel and witness preparation. Kristina has been involved in various sensitive investigations.
Kristina is known for her detailed, thorough, and practical advice and her ability to explain complex concepts in a comprehensive yet simple manner. She is a trusted legal provider who seeks to actively manage her matters from a cost and strategy perspective. She is known for her ability to provide full and frank advice while remaining cognisant of client sensitivities, including compliance with the Model Litigant Obligations.
Kristina’s experience includes: