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 Craigieburn and across Melbourne's 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 Craigieburn often arise when someone's work situation changes unexpectedly—redundancy, a dispute over pay or conditions, or confusion about whether they've been treated fairly. People here tend to work across manufacturing, transport, retail and service industries, sometimes on casual or shifting arrangements where the terms aren't always clear. If something's gone wrong at work, the first step is to write down what happened, when it happened, and who was involved. Gather any messages, emails, payslips, or documents the employer gave you about your role or conditions. Many people find it helpful to collect copies before the situation worsens. A lawyer can then review what you have and talk through what options might apply to your circumstances.
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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