 She is a Council member of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association, the Advisory Council of the University of Melbourne Law School and the Victorian University Sir Zelman Cowan Centre,

Described as an 'Outstanding Advocate and Leader of the Profession' (The Advocate Award) and one of Melbourne's most "influential, inspirational, provocative and creative individuals" (The Age), Fiona has been recognized for her clear legal advice, advocacy and strategic thinking in commercial and public law matters.She has represented the Commonwealth in major cases including the Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission, Queensland Floods Commission and the Royal Commission into Institutional Child Sex Abuse.She has been briefed in notable matters including the Murrindindi bushfire class action and MFB Burnley toxic waste case.