Employment & Workplace
The modern workplace can be a skyscraper or a desk at home. Whatever the setup, there are laws governing how that workplace needs to be managed. Our experience across the full spectrum of employment law issues means our work is always directed towards achieving our clients’ key business goals.
Our Employment & Workplace Expertise
The team at Maddocks is versatile and experienced, with a large team of lawyers who work across a broad range of employment and workplace issues.
We ensure that our clients are receiving best practice advice through a deep understanding of both the law and their key objectives and strategies.
Our experience with government at all three tiers is one key strength. We are a leading supplier to the State of Victoria and work closely with the NSW State Government, as well as advising a number of federal authorities and departments. We also work closely with local government.
We’ve also supported many private sector enterprises to implement successful labour strategies and navigate compliance and risk management issues to the highest standards.
Our team anticipates issues and develops strategies for managing risk long before they become a cause for concern for our clients. The result is a cost-effective solution that’s in line with your strategic objectives.
Maddocks also has deep expertise assisting emergency services on the full range of issues particular to their vital public role.
Maddocks is proud to be a finalist for Workplace and Employment Team of the Year in the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards. 2023.
Find the right capabilities to support you and browse the latest insight from the team below.
What we achieve for our Employment & Workplace clients
Select the objective that you need assistance with.
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Manage your workforce
We support clients with legal and business insights that help them manage their workforce, preventing and resolving issues.
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Maintain a safe workplace
We assist clients navigate a range of safety issues under WHS and OHS laws.
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Resolving disputes
From time to time, clients sometimes need legal expertise to solve employment disputes that arise.
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Advocacy
When needed to argue a client’s case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with astute and cost-effective advice.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution
We offer Alternative Dispute Resolution to corporate and government clients, including mediation and arbitration.
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Anti-Discrimination
Our work spans investigations into and policies preventing discrimination in the workplace.
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Employment, Remuneration & Benefits
Our employment law service spans recruitment, remuneration policies and benefits for your workforce.
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Industrial Relations
We offer advice and negotiation strategies for organisations experiencing industrial relations issues.
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Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
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Royal Commissions, Inquiries & Inquests
Our Royal Commissions and inquiries team is one of Australia’s leaders in the field, resulting in strategic advice that benefits our clients.
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Workplace Health & Safety
We assist clients navigate a range of safety laws and regulations.
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Manage your workforce
Anti-Discrimination
Our work spans investigations into and policies preventing discrimination in the workplace.
Employment, Remuneration & Benefits
Our employment law service spans recruitment, remuneration policies and benefits for your workforce.
Industrial Relations
We offer advice and negotiation strategies for organisations experiencing industrial relations issues.
Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
- Maintain a safe workplace
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Resolving disputes
Advocacy
When needed to argue a client’s case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with astute and cost-effective advice.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We offer Alternative Dispute Resolution to corporate and government clients, including mediation and arbitration.
Royal Commissions, Inquiries & Inquests
Our Royal Commissions and inquiries team is one of Australia’s leaders in the field, resulting in strategic advice that benefits our clients.
We can assist you with all of your enquiries. Contact
Other services used by our Employment & Workplace clients
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Employment, Remuneration & Benefits
Our employment law service spans recruitment, remuneration policies and benefits for your workforce.
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Industrial Relations
We offer advice and negotiation strategies for organisations experiencing industrial relations issues.
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Workplace Health & Safety
We assist clients navigate a range of safety laws and regulations.
Insights from the team
Stronger Communities Bill 2026: What councils need to know about CEO employment changes and the Fair Jobs Code
Changes to employment arrangements for Council CEOs and the framework provided for the Local Government Fair Jobs Code.
Victoria introduces ‘right to work from home’ legislation: What employers need to know
Victoria steps towards becoming the first Australian jurisdiction to legislate a statutory right to work from home.
Maddocks advances its AI strategy by rolling out Harvey enterprise-wide
The announcement marks another significant milestone in the firm’s journey to embed AI into daily workflows.
Gender-based undervaluation reviews of SCHADS and HPSS Awards
Gender-based undervaluation changes to the SCHADS and HPSS Awards: key dates and actions for NFP employers
Respect@Work reforms in action: How two recent decisions show the reshaping of sexual harassment liability
We look at two recent decisions of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
AI in the Workplace: What HR, Safety and Employment Law Professionals Need to Know
Practical guidance for HR, safety and employment law professionals on using AI responsibly while managing legal risks.
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