Jia Pan Xiao 

Senior Associate

Jia Pan is a versatile employment and industrial relations lawyer, with a wealth of experience working with a diverse range of corporate clients and all three tiers of government (local, state and federal). He is passionate about solving complex problems and providing practical advice that his clients can rely on.

With his extensive experience as a litigator, Jia Pan has appeared in numerous state and federal courts and employment tribunals, handling an array of cases ranging from judicial reviews to unfair dismissal proceedings to stop bullying applications. He is known for his tenacity and skill in achieving favourable outcomes for his clients.

As an experienced workplace investigator, he is able to expertly balance competing evidence to make findings of fact. He believes in cutting through the noise to get to the heart of the matter and is respected for his thorough and objective approach.

Having spent time on secondment at New South Wales Government agencies, Jia Pan has an awareness and understanding of the practicalities and requirements of a business. He ensures that this knowledge is front of mind when providing legal advice, always striving to offer solutions that are both legally sound and commercially practical.

Recognition 

Recognised in Best Lawyers as “One-to-Watch” in 2025 (announced in 2024).