Sandra Marks

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About Sandra Marks

With over two decades of experience, Sandra’s practice spans the full spectrum of employment law, with particular focus on assisting corporate and executive clients to navigate complex and sensitive matters. Known for her pragmatic, solution-focused approach, Sandra has built a reputation for achieving discreet and commercial outcomes. Where an early resolution cannot be achieved by negotiation and matters proceed to court, Sandra provides litigation representation based on extensive experience in both state and federal jurisdictions. A tenacious advocate for both employers and employees, Sandra’s expertise extends to handling sensitive bullying, sexual harassment and discrimination claims for both employers and employees. She also represents clients in restraint of trade proceedings, whistleblower claims and termination disputes, including the initiation and defence of general protections claims. For corporate clients, Sandra offers ongoing support in legal and HR compliance. Her flexible service model, which includes both ad hoc and retainer arrangements, allows her to develop deep corporate knowledge and position herself as a trusted resource. This approach ensures that clients benefit from professional guidance on complex legal issues as well as day-to-day workplace inquiries, providing consistent, tailored management of employment matters. With a lengthy track record of acting for corporate and individual clients across multiple sectors, Sandra is a respected and trusted professional when it comes to drafting and negotiating employment contracts, guiding employee performance management, managing workplace grievances and advising on redundancies and other forms of employee terminations. Sandra has been recognised in HRD Magazine’s 2021 5-Star Employment Lawyers List and in her rankings as a “Recommended Lawyer” and “Key Lawyer” in the Asia Pacific Legal 500 (2020 and 2021 respectively). With a steadfast commitment to her clients, Sandra approaches each case with a holistic blend of professionalism, personal care and determination. Sandra’s ability to explain complex legal concepts in accessible terms, combined with her deep understanding of human and corporate dynamics, creates an informed and supportive environment that prioritises her clients.