At Hall Payne Lawyers Newcastle, we understand the complexities of employment law. Our team of experienced lawyers is dedicated to obtaining fair and just results for employees across various industries and professions in Newcastle and its surrounding regions, including the Hunter Valley, Maitland, Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie.
With over 3 decades’ experience in employment and industrial law, our award-winning employment lawyers and accredited specialists have a proven track record of obtaining fair results for employees in a cost-effective way.
We strive to help employees from all walks of life who suffer difficulties or hardships in their working life, to achieve fair outcomes. No matter your profession or industry – whether you’re in mining, electricity, healthcare, administration, ports, or construction, or you’re an executive, accountant, doctor or tradie, we have the industry-specific expertise to expertly handle your employment law needs.
Hall Payne Lawyers Newcastle are experts in all kinds of employment law matters, including when you are facing an unfair dismissal, have received a show cause letter, been underpaid your wages, or experiencing bullying, harassment or discrimination at work, our lawyers are here to fight for your rights and be the voice you need in your corner.
Our employment law services
Hall Payne Lawyers Newcastle offer expert advice and assistance in the following areas of employment and industrial law:
- Unfair dismissal claims;
- Workplace discrimination;
- Workplace bullying;
- Sexual harassment;
- Professional misconduct matters;
- Health and discipline law;
- Enterprise bargaining agreements;
- Employment Award rights;
- General protections claims;
- Contract negotiations;
- Contract disputes;
- Workplace investigations;
- Whistleblower protection;
- Executive and senior management termination of employment;
- Restraint of trade disputes;
- Redundancy claims; and
- Underpayment of wages.
Be aware of time limits in employment law disputes
It’s difficult enough to be experiencing unfair treatment at work. But when you finally decide to take action, it can be devastating to find out that there may be time limits attached to the action you wish to take.
Speaking with an employment lawyer early on in your dispute will ensure you are aware of any time limits so that you can bring the action required to address your workplace dispute.
How are employment law disputes resolved?
Our Melbourne employment law team is focused on achieving the absolute best outcome for their clients. Often, this is done through an out-of-court settlement with your employer. Such settlements usually involve the negotiation of a deed or settlement agreement, the terms of which are critical to the future relationships between the parties.
At Hall Payne Lawyers Melbourne, we will fight to get you the best result as quickly as possible while minimising the cost, stress and anxiety for you.
How much does an employment lawyer cost?
We offer complete fee transparency for all matters.
We will always tell you what our charges are upfront and will provide an estimate for each stage of your matter. Above all, we recognise how important it is for our clients that we keep our fees as low as we can.
Got a workplace dispute and unsure of your employment rights?
If you're facing unfair treatment at work or need assistance with an employment dispute, contact our award-winning team at Hall Payne Lawyers Melbourne. We're here to advocate for your rights and resolve your concerns efficiently, fairly, and discreetly.
Issues around workplace law and employee rights can be complex and move at a fast pace. It’s important to seek advice as soon as possible as:
- time limits relate to different claims; and
- we want to mitigate any deterioration in the employment relationship by intervening in any dispute early.
