How we work with You
We take the time to understand your business and the people in it. Our advice is clear and focused on practical outcomes – so you can move forward with confidence. Whether it’s navigating a complex issue or planning ahead, we work with you, not just for you.
Solving Legal Issues, Supporting People
At the heart of every workplace issue is a person trying to get it right. We help employers and professionals navigate employment law with clarity and confidence – resolving disputes, managing risk, and making sound decisions in high-stakes moments.
Working Together
Every client and matter is different, but what doesn’t change is the way we work with you. Our approach to legal advice is straightforward, collaborative, and outcomes-focused. We keep things clear and practical, so you always know what’s next.
Consultation
We start with a conversation. Whether it’s a quick call or a detailed meeting, we take the time to understand you and what you’re trying to achieve, so we can tailor our legal advice to support your goals. With years of experience advising on complex HR issues and workplace disputes, we’re well-versed in the nuances of challenging employment law matters.
Strategize
Once we understand the problem, we develop a plan that fits your business and your objectives. Our employment law advice is commercial, clear, and grounded in real-world experience, not just legal theory. We’ll help you weigh up your options and make confident, informed decision
Take Action
With a clear strategy in place, we roll up our sleeves and get to work. Whether that involves drafting contracts and policies, resolving employee issues, advising on termination or performance management processes, negotiating settlements, or representing you in the Fair Work Commission or Court, we act with focus and determination to protect your interests and achieve commercial outcomes for you.
FAQs
Possibly, but it depends on how you manage the process. We help employers minimise legal risk by ensuring performance management and termination align with the Fair Work Act and any applicable awards or agreements.
Key terms can include clauses covering duties, remuneration, leave entitlements, termination notice, confidentiality, and post-employment restraints. We tailor contracts to your business and award obligations.
Generally no, but recent changes in law have blurred the lines. We’ll help you correctly classify workers and manage entitlements.
We don’t just ‘dabble’ in employment law – it is our focus. We build lasting relationships, and our clients trust us because we take the time to understand their business, their people, and their goals. We’re responsive, straight-talking, and always in your corner – whether you need urgent advice or long-term support, you won’t get passed around. You’ll deal with someone who knows you and cares about the outcome.
We offer clear, upfront pricing. We offer some matters on a fixed fee basis and for others we use time-costing. We always provide you with a quote so you know what to expect – no surprises.
We Do. We run tailored workshops on performance management, managing difficult conversations, lawful termination, and Fair Work compliance. Practical, plain-English training that helps reduce risk and improve confidence in decision-making
We represent clients in the Fair Work Commission, Courts and State Industrial Tribunals, from conciliation to hearing. Whether it’s unfair dismissal, general protections claims, enterprise bargaining, or other issues, we provide strong, strategic representation focused on resolution and results.
Yes, we regularly draft and review employment contracts, contractor agreements, workplace policies and can even provide a full custom HR suite for you. We make sure they’re tailored to your business and legally robust – so you’re protected when it matters.
Absolutely. Many of our clients rely on us as a sounding board for day-to-day employment issues. A quick call or email can save hours of stress and avoid bigger problems down the track. We’re here when you need us – not just when something goes wrong.
We provide Estate Planning for our QLD and NSW clients because we know that not only is it important that your workplace is running smoothly, but that your family and loved ones are also provided for via your Will and nominations of Attorneys and Guardians, if something happens to you.