Fair Work Commission Advocacy in Australia

Strategies Tailored to Your Needs

Effective advocacy at the Fair Work Commission begins with understanding the exact circumstances of the client, knowing their desired outcome, having a strategy to achieve the outcome and being able to present the argument with the right tone. Having presented numerous cases to the Fair Work Commission since the sweeping changes of 2009, our advocates are experts in knowing when to be aggressive and when to be passive to achieve the desired outcome of the client.

These processes can be difficult to navigate, especially if you have never dealt with the Fair Work Commission before. When you consult with 4 Unfair Dismissal, we take the guesswork out of the process – giving you access to reliable advice and tailored representation.

We pride ourselves on fighting for fairness and helping clients to better understand their rights. Call Jamie on 1300 565 011 and get started with a free case appraisal.

What To Remember

It is imperative to remain unemotional and levelheaded when entering the negotiation stage of advocacy. Our job is to elicit the best deal possible for clients within the framework of the Fair Work Act. We can then advise the client with honesty regarding the negotiated outcome and whether to press on further to either achieve more at the conciliation or continue to tribunal.

One thing our advocates will not do is prolong the case to benefit the advocate. You can be certain that the satisfaction of the client is our paramount concern. Remember that we have seen many cases in our time and will always make recommendations based on expert insights and a dedication to fair practices.

If you are not sure where to begin, simply get in touch with Jamie for a free case appraisal that is quick, efficient and conducted in accordance with all current legislation.

Lodgement

Advocacy starts with the lodgement of the unfair dismissal remedy application. The important thing to remember about lodging the application is that it is the first contact you will have with your employer after your dismissal. You need to make them understand that you mean business and you are serious about asserting your rights.

This application must be issued within 21 days of your dismissal. Any longer, and the business can issue a jurisdictional objection which you will then have to defend. That’s why we recommend contacting 4 Unfair Dismissal as early as possible following your dismissal.

We work with clients all over Australia. We understand the different state-based variations in unfair dismissal laws and can give you the best chance at success, whether you’re in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide or Hobart.

The Application

The F-2 application must point to relevant parts of the Fair Work Act as well as recent Commission rulings to have maximum impact on your previous employer. Once the application is served and the respondent replies, good advocates begin to craft their presentation to the Fair Work Commission. This is to destroy the credibility of the respondent and elicit the best possible outcome for the client.

Please allow one of our professionals to draft your unfair dismissal remedy application or reply and present your case to the Fair Work Commission. Call Jamie Hawkins LLB on 1300 565 011 for a free case appraisal or use our contact form.