Elizabeth McLean

Elizabeth McLean, known as Libbi, is the Director at Pragma Lawyers and an esteemed employment lawyer specialising in employer representation. Her proficiency in the field is recognised by her listings in Doyle’s Guide as a Recommended Employment Lawyer for 2023 and 2024. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role as a Western Australian representative on the Industrial Law Committee within the Law Council of Australia's Federal Litigation and Dispute Resolution Section. Libbi's legal career began after she obtained her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Australia, leading to her admission to practice in 2010. She spent her initial years at a prominent employment law firm, where she advanced to the role of Senior Associate. In 2016, she transitioned to a senior management position within a major industry association, where she provided strategic employment law and commercial advice to a wide range of clients, from small businesses to international hotels. With extensive experience in state and federal industrial courts and tribunals, Libbi offers comprehensive advice on employment law, industrial relations, human resources, and occupational health and safety. Her approach focuses on preventive measures to manage workplace issues effectively, earning her clients' trust for her practical and commercial acumen. In January 2023, she established Norfolk Workplace Consulting, a workplace relations consultancy, further broadening Pragma's service reach.