Merissa Martinez

Merissa Martinez's work experience is as follows:

- From 2023 to present, they are an MLA Ambassador (Meat & Livestock Australia) at Provenir, where they are involved in bringing paddock-to-plate red meat to Australia, ensuring highest welfare, provenance, and quality. Merissa also serves as the Founder, Director, and Chair at Provenir, solving problems associated with live transport.

- In 2022, they were a Forum Member at the Queensland Premier's Northern and North Western Regional Forum.

- From 2015, they worked as a Barrister at Paloma Chambers, specializing in commercial law with a construction specialty.

- From 2006 to 2014, they were a Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, specializing in avoiding and resolving construction disputes, particularly UK adjudications.

- From 2004 to 2006, they worked as an Assistant Counsel at Bechtel, where they assisted in the delivery and dispute resolution of the Channel Tunnel Rail Link project.

- In 2004, they worked as a Lawyer at the Health and Safety Executive.

- From 2001 to 2004, they were a Construction Claims Assistant at Alstom Transport, assisting in their defense against Virgin Trains in the High Court.

- From 1999 to 2000, they served as an Associate to Deputy President Forgie at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, conducting legal research and drafting decisions.

- From 1998 to 1999, they worked as a Legal Officer at the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

Merissa Martinez attended James Cook University from 1993 to 1997, where they completed a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (Honors) degree. Their field of study focused on law and English.