Presenters

Clare van Drunen, General Counsel, My Place
Clare van Drunen is General Counsel at My Place WA Ltd, a large established not-for-profit NDIS provider.  In her role with My Place, Clare practises in a variety of areas and sees first-hand the impact of NDIS reform and legislative change on My Place’s operations and service delivery to consumers.  Clare has extensive experience in corporate, real estate and employment law.  Prior to joining My Place, Clare practised at Clayton Utz and has previously been named in the Doyles Guide as a rising star.


Ariel Bastian, Senior Associate, Jackson Mcdonald
Ariel is a corporate commercial lawyer and advises businesses, not-for-profits and government agencies in relation to corporate governance and regulatory compliance, health and aged care regulation, privacy and information security, customised commercial contracting (including service, funding, sponsorship, data sharing and technology contracts), competition and consumer matters (including advertising and marketing materials), e-commerce, intellectual property, and anti-modern slavery programs. Ariel is known for balancing legal and regulatory requirements with commerciality and an appreciation of her clients’ varying risk appetites. Previous experience as an inhouse lawyer has gifted her with an understanding of being in the client’s shoes. Ariel will get in the trenches with you to ensure she delivers viable and tangible solutions to problems. With extensive board and governance experience, Ariel appreciates the tactical nuances of running smooth and constructive meetings. She is naturally collaborative, with demonstrated success in building relationships and working constructively with stakeholders at all levels. Ariel is proactive in making sure her clients are getting the most out of their relationship with Jackson McDonald.