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 Essendon and across Melbourne's inner north-west, 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 Essendon often arise when work arrangements change—redundancy, contract disputes, or disagreements over pay and conditions. People here tend to work across diverse industries, from small businesses to larger operations, and questions about what's fair or what was actually agreed can become urgent quickly. Before getting in touch, it helps to gather your employment contract, any emails or messages about the issue, payslips, and notes on what happened and when. Write down the sequence of events as clearly as you can. Having these ready means a lawyer can look at the specifics of your situation without you needing to hunt for documents later.
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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