SERVICES

  • Running a business means managing people. Getting the fundamentals right from the beginning is far more cost effective than resolving problems after they arise.
    I provide advice to employers at every stage of the employment relationship, including:

    • Employment contracts, policies and enterprise bargaining.
      The right contract at the start prevents disputes later. I draft and review employment contracts and policies, including variations for senior and specialist roles, and advise on enterprise bargaining.

    • Performance management
      Performance issues rarely resolve themselves, and mishandling them is one of the most common ways businesses end up in the Fair Work Commission. I advise on setting expectations, running fair and defensible performance processes, and knowing when to escalate.

    • Termination advice
      Getting a termination wrong can be costly, whether that's an unfair dismissal claim, a discrimination claim, or reputational damage. Before you act, I can provide guidance so that you can make sound decisions and the process behind it will hold up.

    • Workplace investigations
      Complaints of bullying, harassment, fraud and misconduct need to be investigated properly, not dealt with through casual conversations.  I run independent investigations that that produce a clear, defensible outcome, whether that's for a small team or a larger workforce.

    • Workplace disputes
      Not all disputes need to escalate to the Fair Work Commission. I advise on resolving issues early and represent employers through conciliation, mediation, and hearings when it can't be avoided.

  • Litigation can be one of the most challenging features of the employment landscape. When your business faces legal action, experienced representation matters. I have extensive experience representing clients across a range of jurisdictions, so you can feel confident knowing your matter is being handled with skill and care.

    When a claim is lodged, early strategic advice matters. I can provide you with trusted guidance with an honest assessment from the outset, including where a commercial settlement makes more sense than fighting a claim. My mission is to protect your business, not run up fees.

    I represent employers in the following matters:

    • Unfair dismissal claims

    • General protections claims

    • Stop bullying applications

    • Underpayment claims

    • Discrimination and equal opportunity claims

    • Conciliation conferences

    • Consumer law disputes and debt recovery

  • Your legal obligations as an employer do not end when a contract is signed. Maintaining a compliant, respectful and productive workplace requires ongoing education of both your people and your management team.

    Importantly, regular and meaningful training provides strong evidence that an employer has taken its legal obligations seriously. In other words, this investment will help safeguard your business against complaints, investigations and legal action.

    I deliver practical training for businesses of all sizes, including:

    • Bullying and harassment

    • Performance management

    • Workplace investigations

    • Leadership and people management

    • Work Health and Safety

    Training can be delivered in person at your workplace or remotely via video conference, and can be tailored to the specific needs and size of your team. 

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FIXED PRICING

Transparent costs to save you time and hassle.

You should know what you are paying before we start work — not after. Fixed fee packages are offered for common matters and a clear hourly rate for advisory work, so there are no surprises.

  • Hourly Advisory Rate $495 per hour

    Phone and email advice is billed at my standard hourly rate in six minute increments. You only pay for the time actually spent on your matter.

    This rate applies to general advice and matters not covered by a fixed fee package.

    Price is inclusive of GST.

  • Fair Work Commission Conciliation $3,960

    When a former employee lodges a Fair Work claim, the last thing you need is an unpredictable legal bill on top of everything else. This package provides a complete cost certainty from start to the conclusion of conciliation.

    What's included:

    • Thorough review of the claim and all supporting documents

    • Strategic consultation to assess your position and gather evidence

    • Expert preparation of your formal Response to the Fair Work Commission

    • Legal representation at the conciliation conference

    • Phone and email support throughout the process

    Why a fixed fee?
    You are already managing the stress and disruption of a Fair Work claim. You should not have to think twice before picking up the phone to your lawyer because you are worried about the meter running. No hourly tracking means no invoice shock at the end.

    Learn more about Fair Work Commission

  • Standard Workplace investigation package from $5,940

    A fair investigation is one of the most effective ways to protect your business from future litigation.

    This package is suitable for complaints involving a single employee and up to two allegations.

    What’s included:

    • Initial meeting to discuss the complaint and agree to the investigation plan

    • Drafting a letter of allegations

    • Up to two witness interviews

    • Meeting with the respondent employee and any support person to discuss the allegations and receive their response

    • Written investigation report with findings and recommendations

    Where an investigation matter is found to be more complex or involves multiple employees, I will provide you with a tailored estimate before commencing work.

  • Workplace training workshop $1,980

    2-hour session up to 20 attendees‍ ‍

    + $880 for additional 2-hour session run the same day

    Delivered at your workplace* or via video conference. All sessions are tailored to your industry, team size, and specific needs.

    All participants receive a certificate of attendance, providing your business with a clear record of staff training.

    Topics include:

    • Bullying and harassment

    • Performance management 

    • Workplace investigations

    • Work health and safety

    • Leadership and people management

    • New employee induction

    * Travel costs outside metro Adelaide TBA upon application

    Contact me to discuss a training program for your team.