What a Brisbane employment law lawyer can help with
Australian employment law operates through the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), the Fair Work Commission and the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission for state-system workers. Strict time limits apply, so the sooner you speak to a Brisbane employment lawyer, the better your options.
- You were dismissed and believe it was unfair or unlawful.
- You are being underpaid, denied entitlements or misclassified as a contractor.
- You are facing workplace bullying, harassment or discrimination.
- A non-compete or restraint of trade clause in your contract is being enforced.
- You are negotiating an exit package or Deed of Release.
What to bring to your first consultation
- Your employment contract and any variations.
- Recent payslips and a summary of hours worked.
- The termination letter or any written warnings.
- Emails or texts that support your account.
What it costs in Brisbane
Initial consultations with a Brisbane employment lawyer range $300–$550. Unfair dismissal matters are often run on fixed fees ($3,500–$7,500) up to the Fair Work Commission conciliation conference.
The Brisbane context
Federal-system unfair dismissal claims are filed with the Fair Work Commission, which has a Brisbane registry on Adelaide Street. State-system disputes (mostly Queensland Government and local council employees) go to the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission.
Questions to ask your lawyer
Once matched, bring these to your first consultation.
- How strong is my claim based on what I have told you?
- What is the process, and how long does it typically take?
- What outcome is realistic — reinstatement, compensation, or a negotiated exit?
- Do I have any other claims alongside my main one?
- What do you need from me to assess this properly?
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