Employment lawyers.
From unfair dismissal to employment disputes, you can rely on Johnston Withers Lawyers to help with a wide range of workplace matters.
Everyone deserves to feel safe and secure at work, which is why there are laws in place to make sure you’re treated fairly by the people you work for and with.
Knowing your rights and responsibilities under employment law can protect you from discrimination, unfair dismissal and other work-related disputes.
With a long history of representing employees and unions, our team of experienced employment lawyers based in Adelaide and regional South Australia are here to provide expert, trusted advice.
Our workplace lawyers have represented employees, unions and employers in South Australia for over 75 years.
Talk to us about:
Unfair dismissal in Adelaide and regional South Australia
Have you been dismissed and believe the dismissal was harsh, unjust or unreasonable? This is called an unfair dismissal.
Our team of expert fair work lawyers in Adelaide and regional South Australia can advise on what to do if you’ve been unfairly terminated (more on this here)
Employment contracts
Our workplace lawyers in our Adelaide and regional offices have wide-ranging experience advising employees, including executive employees on employment contracts.
Whether you’re updating your team’s existing contracts or drafting an agreement for a new employee, there’s a range of things to consider.
Disciplinary proceedings
If you’re facing disciplinary proceedings at work or before a body such as the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), our team of leading employment dispute lawyers can provide expert advice and representation.
Investigations of allegations
Have allegations been made against you or your employee at work? We can provide informed advice about your rights, and assist you to navigate the disciplinary process.
Independent contracting
Not sure whether you’re an independent contractor or an employee? It’s important to know the difference. Our team can help you understand the nature of your employment as well as your relevant rights and entitlements.
Underpayment of wages
If you believe you’ve been underpaid or haven’t been paid for the work you’ve performed, our employment dispute lawyers can provide honest, practical advice.
Employee entitlements
Our team of employee lawyers can provide confidential advice on your entitlements under an employment contract, Award or Enterprise Agreement. This includes leave, pay and flexible working arrangements (more on those here).
Redundancies
Whether you’ve been offered a redundancy package, are considering applying for one, or you’re an employer intending to offer redundancies, our workplace lawyers can provide expert advice about your rights and options.
Discrimination
It is illegal for an employee to discriminate against an employee on the basis of race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, religion, political opinion, caring responsibilities, or pregnancy.
If you’re an employee and believe you’ve been discriminated against at work, our fair work lawyers can help.
Bullying and harassment
If you’re experiencing any kind of bullying or harassment at work, we can provide advice about your rights and options.
Adverse action
Employers can’t take action against their employees for discriminatory reasons or because they’ve exercised their workplace rights. If your employer has dismissed you, altered your position, or treated you differently after you’ve exercised your rights at work, our team of workplace lawyers can help.
Work health and safety
Are you concerned about your health and safety at work? Have you experienced adverse treatment because you’ve made a health and safety complaint? Our team can provide expert, informed advice about employee rights as well as employer health and safety obligations.
Public sector employers
We have a wealth of experience advising and representing public sector employees in a range of employment matters.
News & views from the employment law team
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