Presenters

Matthew Holmes, Barrister, Clashfern Chambers
Matthew acts on behalf of both injured claimants and insurers in all areas of personal injuries litigation including workplace injury, motor vehicle accidents, public liability claims, medical and professional negligence and intentional torts. He has developed specialty with complex litigation involving dust diseases in the mining (and associated industries), refinery and engineered stone processing sectors; serious personal injury claims involving NIISQ in motor vehicle and workers' compensation fields; and any regulatory reviews and appeals relating to such claims. Matthew also takes a keen interest in contributing to the profession by presenting at the Bar Practice Course, ALA State and National conferences and the QLS Symposium and Personal Injuries Intensives.

Justine Matthews, Special Counsel, Hall Payne
Justine is Special Counsel at Hall Payne Lawyers, bringing over 20 years of legal expertise to the firm. Specialising in Health Law, she is dedicated to supporting health practitioners facing complaints, investigations, disciplinary actions or navigating the registration process with Ahpra. Justine's compassionate and professional approach ensures her clients feel supported during some of the most challenging times in their careers. She has represented doctors and health practitioners before numerous authorities and regulatory bodies, including the: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra); Office of the Health Ombudsman (OHO); Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC); Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission; Coroner’s Court of Queensland and NSW; Professional Services Review Agency (PSR); NSW Medical Council; Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC); and State and Territory Civil and Administrative Tribunals. Justine is renowned for her ability to navigate sensitive and complex cases, consistently handling high-pressure matters with discretion and exceptional expertise. Her practice includes: Supporting practitioners manage notifications to regulators and investigations arising from allegations of unsatisfactory performance, unprofessional conduct, or professional misconduct; Assisting practitioners subject to health and performance assessments; Responding to proposals to take Immediate Action; Helping practitioners resolve registration issues with Ahpra; Assisting practitioners with coronial inquiries and appearing in coronial inquests; Handling privacy matters before the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner and Freedom of Information requests; Navigating scope of practice, compliance, credentialing issues; Managing scope of practice, compliance, credentialing issues with Colleges; Representing practitioners in Medicare inquiries undertaken by the Practitioner Review Programme or the Professional Services Review Agency. In addition to her legal acumen, Justine has delivered training seminars and published articles to support the medical profession in understanding regulatory requirements and minimising risk. Justine’s extensive career includes senior roles in both private practice and corporate settings. She has served as Partner in Charge at leading law firms and has been recognised for her legal excellence, including listings in Australia’s Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide for Defendant Litigation. Justine offers guidance and confidence that sets her apart in her field. Outside of work, Justine enjoys spending time with her family, supporting her boys’ sporting endeavours, and experimenting in the kitchen.