Brona McGovern

Brona McGovern is the principal lawyer at McGovern Legal, a boutique practice based in Western Australia that assists employees and professionals with workplace legal issues. Brona offers clear and practical guidance to clients who may be facing unfair treatment, workplace injuries, or disputes with employers. With a focus on workers’ compensation and employment law, she supports clients through often complex processes with a calm and informed approach. Brona is experienced in managing workers’ compensation matters under the Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023 (WA). She assists clients in lodging and managing claims, addressing denied or delayed claims, negotiating with insurers and employers, and providing representation at conciliation and arbitration. Her services also include guidance on injury management, return-to-work plans, and advice on permanent impairment and settlement options. In addition to workers’ compensation work, Brona advises on a wide range of workplace matters such as unfair dismissal claims, general protections claims, termination issues, and performance management. She also supports individuals dealing with workplace bullying, harassment, discrimination, workplace investigations, flexible work arrangements, and parental leave rights. Committed to ensuring clients feel supported and informed, Brona approaches each matter with strong advocacy aimed at achieving fair outcomes while minimising stress and uncertainty for those she assists.