Dominic Cudmore

Dominic Cudmore is the distinguished Principal of Hart Legal, where he applies his extensive legal expertise to benefit diverse clients, including SMEs, corporate enterprises, not-for-profit organisations, and public sector employers. Since taking the helm in February 2014, Dominic has been instrumental in positioning Hart Legal as a trusted source of high-quality advisory and legal services, particularly in employment law, workplace investigations, mediation, and governance. In his academic pursuits, Dominic has been a Law Lecturer at The College of Law since 2021, imparting knowledge in Ethics, Civil Litigation, and Property Law. His passion for education extends to Thomas More Law School, where he has taught since 2014, along with roles at other prestigious institutions such as the King's Own Institute and the Crown Institute of Higher Education. Dominic's career also includes significant contributions as a Corporate Trainer at the Centre for Community Welfare Training and a Senior Legal Consultant at ESPC Services Pty Ltd, focusing on sensitive areas such as child protection and workplace misconduct. With a legal career spanning over two decades, Dominic has also served as a Senior Associate at Prolegis Lawyers, reinforcing his dedication to enabling responsible stewardship across the not-for-profit and philanthropic sectors. A graduate of the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Laws, Dominic further honed his practical skills with a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law. His educational repertoire includes a Graduate Certificate in Employment Relations from the University of Technology Sydney and various other qualifications that ensure his well-rounded expertise. Beyond his legal practice, Dominic is an active member of several professional bodies, including the Law Society of New South Wales and the French Australian Lawyers Society. He is also a proficient legal translator with the Milan-based Lawlinguists network, where he translates legal documents from French to English. Dominic's commitment to his clients, his innovative approach to legal education, and his community advocacy make him a remarkable leader and practitioner in the Australian legal landscape.