Our services
Expert workplace advocacy across all employment matters
Employment law advice & representation
We act for employees across a broad range of employment matters, including:
We act for employees across a broad range of employment matters, including:
Unfair dismissal & termination
Contract disputes
Workplace entitlements & pay issues
Performance management and misconduct
Workplace policies and compliance
Workplace investigations
Support for employees facing investigations or unfair processes.
We represent employees during workplace investigations including misconduct, performance, management, bullying, harassment and discrimination matters.
We also assist with Human Rights Commission issues, Equal Opportunity matters, demotion cases and VCAT.
We step in when the investigative process itself is unfair. This includes:
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Partial or incomplete investigations used to justify dismissal, discipline, or termination
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Reviewing whether proper procedures, workplace policies and legal requirements were followed
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Challenging flawed or biased investigations that lead to adverse action
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Supporting employees whose grievances were ignored or mishandled, or when they’ve been treated unfairly because they raised a complaint
If you feel the investigation has been rushed, biased, or used against you unfairly, we can review the process, represent you, and protect your rights.
Mediation & conflict resolution
We offer structured, confidential mediation to help resolve disputes efficiently and professionally before they escalate.
Benefits of Mediation:
Confidential and less adversarial
Faster resolution of workplace disputes
Preserves working relationships where possible
Cost effective alternative to litigation
Bullying & harassment cases
We specialise in assisting clients facing bullying or harassment in the workplace, advocating for safe, fair outcomes and supporting clients through complex complaints and resolution processes.
Specialist areas of practice
David Versus has developed a specialist practice in assisting clients with bullying and harassment disputes in the workplace.
Additional areas of practice
Industrial relations
Expert guidance on industrial relations matters and enterprise agreements.
Contracts of employment
Review and negotiation of employment contracts and terms.
Performance management
Support through performance improvement processes.
Work health & safety
Advice on WHS compliance and workplace safety issues.
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Independent contracting
Clarifying employment status and contractor rights.
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Misconduct & termination
Representation in disciplinary proceedings and termination matters.
How we work
1. Initial consultation
Contact us online or by phone. Provide details of your situation, contract, and communications. We'll review everything and set up a free initial conference.
2. Strategy & advice
We review your communications and advise on how to respond. We'll prep you for meetings with HR and management, and develop a clear strategy forward.
3. Representation
We provide advocacy, draft communications, attend meetings to take evidence, and represent you through Fair Work processes or mediation.
Our focus
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Advisory & support
Initial consultation and advisory support including:
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Review of any communications and initial advice on responses
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Preparation for HR meetings
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Evidence gathering and documentation
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Attendance at meetings with management Virtual (in person where feasible)
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Negotiated exits or other negotiations to settle workplace disputes outside of the standard Fair Work Commission process.
Workplace rights case
We always aim to resolve workplace issues through early intervention or mediation.
If those efforts are unsuccessful and legal process is required, we can guide you through the next steps and tailor a free consultation with of one of our experienced workplace lawyers.
Full representation for Fair Work matters:
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Unfair dismissal claims
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General protection claims
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Mediation representation
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Strategic advice on settlement
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Fair Work matters are automatically scheduled for mediation