De Marco Lawyers has significant expertise in a wide range of complex and sensitive employment law issues. From high-profile discrimination and harassment claims to advising on termination of employment, employee protection from illicit poaching, and misuse of confidential information, our team is equipped to provide expert legal support. To speak with one of our Employment Lawyers in Glenroy or Melbourne, contact us today.
Expert Legal Representation for Employers and Employees
Our team represents both employers and employees in various forums, including:
- Victorian and Federal Courts
- Fair Work Commission
- Australian Human Rights Commission
- Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission
De Marco Lawyers has a proven track record of success in navigating complex workplace relations matters across these venues.
Employment Contracts and Taxation Advice
De Marco Lawyers excels in drafting comprehensive employment contracts and contractor agreements. Our team also provides guidance on the taxation implications of employment and contracting arrangements, working closely with our Tax, Regulatory, and Corporate Teams to ensure expert advice.
Employee Share Schemes & Incentives
We also advise on employee share schemes and incentives, providing expertise in the taxation effects and implications of such schemes.
Discrimination & Workplace Harassment Defense
We are experienced in defending businesses against unjust claims of discrimination and workplace harassment. At the same time, we advocate for fair and tolerant resolutions to legitimate claims brought by employees, including those from diverse or vulnerable backgrounds.
Additional Services
- Pre-Employment Checks: Advising on appropriate checks and medical questionnaires.
- Equal Opportunity Policies: Drafting policies to ensure compliance with equality standards.
- Performance Management: Ensuring performance management processes are fair and non-harassing.
- Dismissal & Redundancy: Providing advice on wrongful dismissal, redundancy, voluntary departure, and constructive dismissal.
- International Employee Secondments: Advising on arrangements for the secondment of employees internationally, considering overseas taxation, relocation expenses, travel, and insurance.
- Australian Immigration Services: Advising individuals and businesses on Australian immigration matters, including work, study, family, holiday, entrepreneur, and investment visas, as well as permanent residency and citizenship applications. Our staff hold postgraduate qualifications in immigration law and practice.