§ 03Practice areas
Employment
Whether you employ people or work for someone, we help you understand rights and duties under the Labour Protection Act, check papers before you sign and look for a sensible way out before a dispute grows.
Who it's for
- Business owners who need contracts and work rules
- Employers considering a termination
- Employees who have been dismissed or asked to sign a document
What we can do
- Draft employment contracts and work rules
- Advise on termination steps and statutory severance
- Review termination letters and settlement agreements
- Mediate and act in the Labour Court
Typical steps
- 1
Review the facts
Contract, length of service, pay and what happened
- 2
Assess rights and risks
Each side's statutory rights and the evidence available
- 3
Negotiate
Try to reach a fair settlement before court
- 4
Go to court if needed
File or defend a claim in the Labour Court
Rough timeframe
A document review takes a few days. Labour Court cases start with mediation; the length depends on the case.
What to bring
- Employment contract and work rules
- Recent payslips
- Any warning or termination letters
- Relevant messages or emails
Common questions
I've been asked to sign a resignation letter — what should I do?
Ask for time to read it and take advice first: resigning and being dismissed lead to different severance rights.
Do small employers need written work rules?
It depends on your headcount under the law. We'll check against the size of your business.
Tell us what's happening
Start with a short message. We'll run a conflict check and reply within one business day.