Take on a new (senior) employee agreement/contract/terms (employer).

Manage and incentivise your team Take on a new senior employee We will help you put a senior employment contract in place that actually protects the investment you are making in the hire. You have found the right person for a senior role, agreed the package, and now you need a contract that reflects the […]

Unfair dismissal vs general protections: what employers need to know

You’ve just dismissed an employee who wasn’t performing. Two weeks later, you receive an unfair dismissal claim. Then another letter arrives, a general protections claim for the same termination. Your stomach drops. Which one is worse? Can they do both? And how much could this cost you? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Australian […]

Unlawful termination – what employers need to know

The recent case brought by reporter Antoinette Lattouf against the ABC highlights the risk to employers of mishandling dismissals, especially where protected attributes, such as political opinion, are in play.  These days, employers are expected to be more than just providers of work and income. Stakeholders will often demand that a business embodies certain values […]

Profit sharing without equity: rewarding staff without giving away your business

If you are a business owner looking to reward loyal staff and align incentives, but not ready to part with equity, a profit-sharing arrangement might be the answer. 

What legal issues do you need to look out for in 2025?

With the coming of a new year come new ideas, plans and goals. Sometimes these may come about because of a change in circumstances and needs. In other cases, these may be a necessary undertaking due to a change in law, regulation or requirements. Here are some legal issues that we think will be hot issues in 2025 and our tips to help you navigate them. 

​​Redundancies and Recourse for Executives​

​​Unfortunately, in the course of your employment, things won’t always go your way. Although you might have worked incredibly hard throughout your career to reach an executive position, sometimes a business will undergo organisational changes which mean that they offer you a redundancy. You may feel hard done by in these circumstances, but it is important to understand your entitlements, and the limitations of your circumstances.​

Do you have a new doctor joining your medical practice?

There are several ways a doctor can join your medical practice. As the owner of the practice, it is important for you to understand the key differences between each arrangement, and ensure you have the right agreements in place. Independent Practitioner (or ‘Associate’) Doctors who use your staff and facilities in exchange for paying you […]

Hiring a CEO for your growing business, in 5 steps

If you don’t free-up some time to think and execute on the next growth strategy, your business will stall, and maybe even falter. The solution is to hire a replacement, but where do you start?

Are your trade secrets walking out the door?

Losing an employee, whether by dismissal or resignation, is never easy. But it’s even harder when the employee walks out the door with a head (and possibly a briefcase or USB) full of your confidential information.

You’re hired! Strategies to improve your recruitment process

One of the most expensive aspects of running a business is paying employees.  But just as great employees can be a real asset, underperforming employees can be a real drain on resources. Hiring employees is all about choosing people who are going to add value to your business.  While there is no exact formula, there […]