Employment & Workplace

The modern workplace can be a skyscraper or a desk at home. Whatever the setup, there are laws governing how that workplace needs to be managed. Our experience across the full spectrum of employment law issues means our work is always directed towards achieving our clients’ key business goals.

Our Employment & Workplace Expertise

The team at Maddocks is versatile and experienced, with a large team of lawyers who work across a broad range of employment and workplace issues.

We ensure that our clients are receiving best practice advice through a deep understanding of both the law and their key objectives and strategies.

Our experience with government at all three tiers is a key strength. We are a leading adviser to the State of Victoria and work closely with the NSW State Government, as well as advising a number of federal authorities and government bodies. We also work closely with local government.

We also supported many private sector decisions to implement successful labour strategies and navigate compliance and risk management issues to the highest standards.

Our team anticipates issues and develops strategies for managing risk long before they become a cause for concern for clients. The result is a cost-effective solution that's in line with your strategic objectives.

Maddocks also has deep expertise assisting emergency services on the full range of issues particular to their vital public role.

Maddocks is proud to be a finalist for Workplace and Employment Team of the Year in the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards, 2023.

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What we achieve for our Employment & Workplace clients

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Advocacy

When needed to argue a client's case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with advice and cost-effective assistance.

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Alternative Dispute Resolution

We offer Alternative Dispute Resolution to corporate and government clients, including mediation and arbitration.

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Anti-Discrimination

We work with clients to help them navigate anti-discrimination laws across the workplace.

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Employment, Remuneration & Benefits

Our employment law service spans recruitment, remuneration policies and benefits for your workforce.

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Industrial Relations

We offer advice and negotiation strategies for organisations experiencing industrial relations issues.

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Privacy, Data & Information Law

We offer top tier strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.

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Royal Commissions, Inquiries & Enquiries

Our Royal Commissions and inquiries team is one of Australia's leaders in the field, resulting in strategic advice for our clients.

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Workplace Health & Safety

We assist clients navigate a range of safety laws and regulations.

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Our Employment & Workplace Team

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