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Jeremy Johnson

LLB (Hons), BA

Partner - Canberra

Areas of Expertise

Administrative law, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Government, Regulatory

Contact Jeremy

+61 2 5115 1617 jeremy.johnson@holdingredlich.com

Expertise

Jeremy has expertise spanning administrative law, regulatory law and dispute resolution.

He has managed proceedings in these areas of law across a range of courts and tribunals.

Jeremy has been recognised in Best Lawyers in the areas of Government Practice and Alternative Dispute Resolution since 2015.

Experience

Jeremy’s experience includes:

Administrative & regulatory law

  • advising a range of Commonwealth agencies in appeals of administrative decisions before the Administrative Review Tribunal and Federal Court
  • representing a Commonwealth regulator in a Federal Court challenge to a legislative instrument on grounds the instrument was unreasonable, irrational and not reasonably proportionate to the relevant risks
  • acting for a Commonwealth regulator in an interlocutory application to stay the operation of an urgent legislative order to restrict news reporting during civil unrest
  • standardising and optimising systems to manage portfolios of appeals.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation

  • acting for a range of government agencies in civil proceedings in Federal and State Courts, typically involving novel duties of care
  • acting in proceedings involving allegations of loss caused by the use of, and exposure to, a range of toxic substances, including asbestos, silica, lead dust, coal dust and mold
  • representing medical practitioners in disciplinary proceedings before civil and administrative tribunals
  • acting in professional liability proceedings against legal practitioners, medical practitioners, architects, agronomists, accountants and financial advisers
  • managing multi-party proportionate liability disputes concerning property and business losses caused by fire
  • acting in a range of coronial inquests, including involving deaths caused by the prescription of opiate medications, the misdiagnosis of malignant conditions, and the incidence of suicide at Canberra Hospital
  • acting for a range of Commonwealth agencies in proceedings brought by self-represented litigants
  • managing portfolios of claims for government and corporate clients.

Upcoming Seminars

14 Aug 25 - Brisbane

Tick Tock – limitation periods, time bars & other contractual traps

Limitation periods may not be the most glamorous part of a project, but getting them wrong can have serious consequences. In this practical session, our Construction, Infrastructure and Projects team will unpack the key timeframes and legal traps every project stakeholder should be aware of. Whether you’re drafting contracts, managing claims, or planning risk strategy, this session will help you stay on the front foot. Join us for a focused and practical discussion designed to clarify complex legal concepts and their real-world implications.

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14 Aug 25 to 04 Dec 25 - Brisbane

Brisbane Construction, Infrastructure & Projects seminar series 2025

We are pleased to invite you to the return of our Construction, Infrastructure & Projects seminar series where we’ll explore key legal developments and practical strategies shaping the construction industry in 2025. This year’s series brings together leading experts to unpack complex legal issues and provide insights to help you navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.Whether you're involved in project delivery, risk management, legal strategy or safety, this series offers valuable takeaways to apply in your day-to-day work.

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18 Sep 25 - Brisbane

Security on construction projects – choosing the right form & navigating recourse

Security is a fundamental part of risk management on construction projects—but not all forms of security are created equal. In this session, our Construction, Infrastructure and Projects team will unpack the different types of security commonly used in construction contracts, including bank guarantees, cash retention, and alternative forms. Whether you're reviewing contracts or facing a security dispute, this seminar will provide practical insights to help protect your position and reduce risk.

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