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Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA) is an award-winning firm in Australian workplace relations and employment law. Our team rivals those of large full-service firms, in terms of size, the expertise of our practitioners, the complexity of work that we do and the breadth of our client base.
Award-winning workplace and employment team

We Act For Employers

Award-winning workplace and employment team

Our involvement in leading significant industrial test case proceedings and consultations, experience in the Fair Work Commission, and representation of a range of employer associations gives our practitioners tactical acumen and unique understanding of workplace dynamics in a complex regulatory environment.

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Our Expertise

Bullying, Harassment & Discrimination

Every employer has a legal obligation to provide a safe workplace, free from workplace bullying, harassment and discrimination.

Employment Law

From recruitment right through the employment lifecycle to termination, redundancy, or restructure, issues arise when contracts or policies fail to communicate correct terms of engagement. Getting the right legal advice at the start can set your business up for success.

HR Consulting

Where businesses require assistance for specific HR projects, the highly experienced ABLA team have the expertise to ensure your project is completed successfully and on-time.

Industrial Relations

Industrial Relations (IR) refers to the complex framework of laws, practices, and relationships that govern how employers, employees and unions interact in the workplace. In Australia, IR plays a pivotal role in shaping the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of all parties involved, making it a critical area of focus for employers.

Owner-Driver Arrangements

Owner-drivers and owner-operators are a unique form of contractor engaged by most major transport enterprises, as well as hundreds of minor companies. It is the area comprised of road transport contractors supplying transport services to other businesses, where the owner/operator of the contractor is personally involved in the driving of a vehicle.

Psychosocial Hazards

With increasing regulatory focus on mental health and workplace safety, ensuring compliance has never been more important. ABLA works with your organisation to navigate these complexities so you can build a resilient, engaged and safety-focused workforce.

Work Health & Safety

Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA) works with employers to manage work health and safety (WHS) issues. Our team knows the importance of comprehensive systems to ensure that employers are meeting WHS obligations.

Workplace Investigations

Workplace investigations represent a significant risk and liability to your organisation if not carried out the right way. One of the common mistakes employers make is not getting a third party involved from the beginning.

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A landmark year for industrial relations reform
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A landmark year for industrial relations reform

2024 marked an unprecedented shift in industrial relations with significant amendments to the Fair Work Act, including the Closing Loopholes Acts of 2023 and 2024. These changes address critical areas such as labour hire rules, casual employment, wage theft criminalisation, and the introduction of the right to disconnect laws.

Fixed term contracts and limits on freedom of cont
Article

Fixed term contracts and limits on freedom of contract

The Fair Work Act has expanded significantly, now surpassing 1500 pages, adding more complexity and regulatory burden for Australian businesses. The most recent wave of changes, introduced through the Closing Loopholes legislation, marks another significant step in the Albanese Government's IR reform agenda.

Dr. Rod Harrison appointed to develop construction
Article

Dr. Rod Harrison appointed to develop construction industry blueprint

Congratulations to Dr Rod Harrison, Principal Consultant, for being engaged by the Government to work with National Construction Industry Forum (NCIF).

Workplace Investigations
Training courses

Workplace Investigations

Ensuring workplace investigations are carried out fairly and appropriately is essential since poor investigations could present significant legal risk and liability for you and your organisation.

Enterprise Bargaining
Training courses

Enterprise Bargaining

Is your enterprise bargaining strategy ready for the new era? Following the latest changes from the Closing Loopholes Legislation, including substantial reforms to arbitration of bargaining disputes and the introduction of multi-employer bargaining, this course will upskill your team to navigate enterprise bargaining effectively and strategically.

'Positive Duty' Under the Sex Discrimination Act
Training courses

'Positive Duty' Under the Sex Discrimination Act

In response to the continual rise of sexual harassment as a "hot topic" issue in Australian workplaces in late 2022 the Federal Government changed the law to impose a new 'positive duty' on all employers. This positive duty requires all employers to take proactive steps to eliminate sexual harassment from occurring in the workplace.

Wage and super theft: Staying out of jail
Webinar

Wage and super theft: Staying out of jail

On 1 January 2025 the new criminal wage theft laws took effect, signalling a major shift in accountability for employers. Under these changes, intentional underpayments of wages and entitlements can result in severe penalties. This webinar will provide guidance on what employers need to know to avoid liability.

IR Wrap-Up: Lessons learnt & predictions for ‘25
Webinar

IR Wrap-Up: Lessons learnt & predictions for ‘25

This session presented by Nigel Ward, Luis Izzo and Julian Arndt dives into the whirlwind of IR reform and workplace law and provides insights for employers on what to prepare for in 2025.

Respect@Work: Navigating fun and functions in the age of “Positive Duty”
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Respect@Work: Navigating fun and functions in the age of “Positive Duty”

This session provides key insights into preventing workplace misconduct before it happens at your upcoming functions.

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Whistleblower Hotline Service

Taking a proactive stance against fraud, corruption and misconduct by providing a safe and confidential channel for staff to report such behaviour builds trust and loyalty.  ABLA can provide this service to your business via the Whistleblower Hotline.

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Toolkit

Flexible Work Arrangements

From 6 June 2023 changes were made to the Fair Work Act 2009 that included the process for employers responding to requests for flexible work. The process is not a simple 'tick and flick'. This toolkit will provide employers with a clear and concise approach to these requests.

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Toolkit

Psychosocial Hazards

Designed to assist your business identify and manage hazards in the workplace that may cause stress or lead to psychological or physical injury. Complete this toolkit and your organisation can demonstrate to the safety regulator what steps you have taken to ensure the health and safety of workers.

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