If you have just been dismissed, the most important fact is the time limit: an unfair dismissal application has to be made within days, not months, of the dismissal taking effect. We act for employees and small employers from Coburg and across Melbourne's inner north, and we will tell you in the first conversation whether you have a claim worth making.
Most workplace disputes are decided on the documents — the contract, the award or agreement that covers the job, and the messages exchanged in the weeks before things went wrong. Many are resolved at conciliation without ever reaching a hearing. Whether you are an employee who has lost a job or a small business facing a claim, we will explain what the law actually requires and what a realistic outcome looks like.
Employment issues in Coburg often arise when someone's been told to leave their job, had their hours cut without notice, or feels they're being treated unfairly compared to other workers. People here typically want to understand where they stand before deciding what to do next. Start by writing down what happened, when it happened, and what your employer said—in emails, texts, or notes from conversations. Gather any documents: your contract, pay slips, roster changes, emails about your role, or messages from your manager. Understanding the actual sequence of events, and what you were told, is the foundation. A lawyer can then look at those details with you and work through what options make sense for your situation.
Tell us when your employment ended and how. We'll tell you straight away whether a time limit is running and what your options are.
Leave your name and number — we call you straight back, usually within 2 minutes (8am–8pm), to understand your situation and book you in with the right lawyer. No cost, no obligation. Outside those hours we'll text you and call first thing.
We meet clients online right across Victoria — or in person at 911 High Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.
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