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At Gordon Legal, we know that work is one of the most important parts of every person’s life. We understand the fundamental importance of fair and decent treatment in the workplace. And we know how important it is to receive appropriate, compassionate representation and support in employment-related matters, particularly when things go wrong at work. Dealing with a dispute with an employer, or another employee, can be difficult, stressful and costly, and can have lasting impacts on your career, well being and sense of self.
We pride ourselves on providing our clients with dedicated, expert advice and advocacy in all areas of employment and discrimination law, in both the public and private sectors. Our lawyers are recognised nationally for their experience in the following areas:
Our expert lawyers can help you with all stages of employment issues, including:
Pre-employment – negotiating your contract, conditions and advice around any restraints
On the job – help if you face discrimination, harassment, bullying or disciplinary issues, as well as access to entitlements including long service leave and parental leave
Termination of employment – if you feel like you have an unfair dismissal case, unlawful dismissal, restraint of trade issue, claim for redundancy, or a discrimination, harassment or breach of your rights case, we can help.
What you might be entitled to:
*Compensation
*Reinstatement
*Unpaid wages
*Other entitlements.
*Fair treatment
The best legal minds with a passion for workers have been drawn to Gordon Legal - that's where we're heading too.
IT’S PERSONAL - and that’s exactly how Fiona Rothville handled my matter. When I was helpless and felt like giving up, Fiona stepped in, dug deep and supported me through a very stressful period in my life. Thank you Fiona, you truly went above and beyond in a time of need!
Had to deal with an issue regarding an end of employment and fighting for my entitlements. The team especially lovely Carol Saunders were incredible, compassionate and full of great advice and knowledge during a very stressful situation. Can not recommend the team more!
In an initial appointment with one of our employment and discrimination lawyers we will review your documents, discuss your matter and provide you with advice on your options and next steps. An initial appointment can usually be arranged for a fee of $550 (including GST).
In some circumstances we can assist on a no win, no fee basis.
Understanding your rights can be complicated. However, despite the complications, it is vitally important that you do understand your employment rights so you can ensure you are paid correctly and treated fairly in the workplace. This is where an employment lawyer from Gordon Legal comes in. Our job is to explain your rights and entitlements in a way that you understand so you can be informed about what is best for you. Seeing an employment lawyer does not mean you have to confront your boss. Some of our clients just like to seek our advice so they know what is right and wrong. Our advice is completely confidential and we act on your instructions.
If you have suffered unfair treatment in the workplace, chances are that you have experienced unlawful discrimination, harassment and/or bullying. Many people are not aware of their rights. For example, in Victoria, there are about 19 different categories of people who are protected from discrimination. Add to that the possibility of action to stop bullying and other forms of harassment, and there is a wide range of behaviour which is covered by the law. It is always worth getting advice and making sure that you can make informed decisions, rather than wondering if there is something you can do. And always make sure you get advice sooner rather than later, because there may be time limits or time frames which may make it difficult for you to do anything if you have delayed taking action.
Our lawyers are skilled at listening to your story and asking the right questions to get the information they need. Do not stress if you do not have every document that you think is relevant. We can work with you. However, if you do have documents available, we often ask for a copy of any contract of employment, the name of any relevant enterprise agreements and a short outline of the issue that you are seeking advice on. This enables us to focus and make use of the time we have available in our initial consultation. But, again, don’t worry if you do not have everything. We can work with you.
The above information is related to claims in Victoria. For claims outside the state, please contact our office for specific information as potential claims and time frames vary from state to state.
When your employment has been terminated, we can help, however, we need to act quickly. Most claims involving the termination of employment need to be made within 21 days of your last day.
The best way to know if you have a claim is to call us on 1300 58 46 26 and talk to us about the next steps.
What if you have been injured in the workplace?
Whether your issue relates to unfair dismissal, your employment contract, superannuation, discrimination, harassment or unpaid wages, in any sector, our employment lawyers will take the time to step you through your options with expert advice. Once you have that advice and information you can then make the best decisions for you and your loved ones.
Marcus is our Head of Industrial Law. He is one of Australia’s best-known union industrial lawyers. He has represented a wide range of unions, union officials and union members in industrial litigation, penalty proceedings, two anti-union Royal Commissions, general protections matters, rules disputes, administrative law challenges, coronial inquests, contempt of court cases and criminal prosecutions.
In his over 38 years as a lawyer, Marcus has won a well-deserved reputation for his strategic, practical and industrially and politically astute advice.
Philip has over 30 years’ experience in all aspects of industrial and employment law. He has represented public and private sector unions in Federal and State industrial tribunals and courts, in many cases appearing himself as advocate. Philip has also advised industry superannuation funds.
Philip is renowned as a formidable strategist for his union clients.
Carol is widely acknowledged for her expertise in anti-discrimination law and also practises in industrial and employment law. She is an honorary Senior Fellow with the University of Melbourne’s Law School, where she lectures at post-graduate level in anti-discrimination law, and is on the Editorial Board of the Employment Law Bulletin.
Carol wrote the chapter on Freedom from Discrimination and Harassment in the Australian Charter of Employment Rights. She received the President’s award from the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations for her advocacy in the Special Family Leave Test Case.
Brad is a specialist in industrial and employment law. He helps unions in their struggle for a fairer society, and achieves successful outcomes for Victorian and national unions and their members. His areas of expertise include: Industrial law advice and litigation, Employment law advice and litigation, and Equal opportunity and Anti-discrimination advice and litigation.
Fiona is an experienced litigator who practises across the Industrial Law and Commercial Law teams. Fiona represents unions and employees in a range of employment and industrial matters, including in proceedings brought by industrial regulators. Fiona acts in various commercial and consumer disputes and provides representation in Coronial Inquests in respect of professional conduct. Fiona has previously worked at the Fair Work Commission as a Conciliator and an Associate to a Deputy President and has a background in the union movement. Fiona is a volunteer and former board member of the Fitzroy Legal Service.
Denis specialises in employment and industrial law. He also advises health practitioners under investigation by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. He is committed to providing the best representation for health professionals and healthcare workers when their livelihoods are under threat.
A former nurse, Denis has experience in legal and healthcare settings in Melbourne and regional Victoria, including as an organiser and industrial officer with the Australian Nursing Federation.
Marina is an experienced lawyer who works in employment and industrial law, as well as institutional abuse cases. Before joining Gordon Legal, Marina worked as a lawyer in regional Victoria, acting for workers and employees in personal injury and employment law matters.
Marina volunteers at West Justice in the employment law project that provides assistance to migrants and refugees.
Nick is an experienced employment and industrial lawyer. He has broad experience in workplace relations, and has represented clients in most of the State and Commonwealth courts, including the appellate jurisdictions. He regularly represents unions and employees in the Federal Court of Australia and the Fair Work Commission.
Our employment and discrimination lawyers have provided advice to unions and working people for decades. We are proud to have the best and most experienced team of union dedicated lawyers in Australia. Our team, led by Senior Partner, Peter Gordon, has an unrivalled record in fighting for justice for working people.
We are proud to advocate on behalf of key unions, including the Victorian branches of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation, the CFMEU Construction Division, the Electrical Trades Union, the Rail, Tram and Bus Union and the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union.
We understand and value the importance of unions in making our society fair and just and standing up for working people.
Our lawyers have been involved in key industrial litigation, including anti-union Royal Commissions.
Once you have contacted us, we will organise for you to speak with an experienced lawyer who will go the distance with you and your claim.
We will be in touch within 1 business day if you email. Or you can call 1300 59 95 17, 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday
We can assist you anywhere in Victoria and New South Wales. We can travel to you, or we can talk via Skype or over the phone.
We listen until we understand, and quickly provide the best advice so you can make a well-informed decision.
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