Employment Law and Industrial Relations

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Employment relationships are highly regulated and frequently give rise to disputes where commercial, personal and reputational interests intersect. 

APIX Law Group provides strategic advice and representation in contentious and advisory employment law matters, with a particular focus on dispute resolution, statutory obligations, contractual rights, and litigation risk management.

Advisory and Pre-Dispute Strategy

Early advice is critical in employment matters, particularly where statutory deadlines apply or disciplinary or termination processes are underway. We advise on:

• Employment contracts and independent contractor arrangements;
• Workplace policies, compliance and risk management;
• Termination strategies and procedural fairness;
• Interpretation and application of modern awards and enterprise agreements; and
• General protections and adverse action risks.

Our approach is to resolve issues early where possible, while positioning matters appropriately should disputes escalate.

Scope of Employment Law Services

We regularly act for employees, employers and contractors in relation to:

• Unfair dismissal claims;
• General protections and adverse action claims;
• Workplace discrimination, bullying and harassment matters;
• Breach of employment contract disputes;
• Wage recovery, entitlements and underpayment claims;
• Award compliance and classification disputes;
• Restraints of trade and post-employment obligations; and
• Confidentiality and intellectual property disputes in employment contexts.

Dispute Resolution and Employment Litigation

Where disputes arise, representation is provided across all relevant forums, including:

• Fair Work Commission proceedings
• Fair Work Ombudsman investigations
• Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia proceedings
• Federal Court proceedings involving statutory and contractual claims

Risk Management and Enforcement

Employment disputes often carry broader operational and reputational implications. Our team provides clear advice on:

• Managing ongoing employment relationships during disputes
• Evidence preparation and document management
• Settlement strategy and deed of release drafting
• Enforcement of post-employment restraints and obligations

Contact us today on (07) 5630 6597 to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help you.