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Employment Contracts
Employment contracts that protect your business and set clear expectations for your people.
About Employment Contracts
A well-drafted employment contract clarifies duties, remuneration and entitlements, and protects your business’s confidential information and client relationships.
We prepare and review employment contracts, executive service agreements and restraint provisions, and advise employers when issues arise.
What we can help with
Contract drafting
Employment contracts tailored to the role and your business.
Restraints & confidentiality
Protecting clients, staff and confidential information.
Executive agreements
Service agreements for senior staff and key hires.
How we work with you
Every matter is different, but our process is consistent: clear advice, a realistic plan and regular updates.
- 1. Understand the role and your business needs
- 2. Draft or review the contract
- 3. Advise on restraints and protections
- 4. Finalise and support implementation
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the complexity of the dispute, the court and whether the matter settles. Many disputes resolve through negotiation or mediation well before trial. We give you a realistic timeline at the outset and update it as the matter progresses.
Often, yes. Negotiation, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution are usually faster and less costly than a trial. We assess early whether an out-of-court outcome is achievable and in your interest.
We provide a written costs estimate before any work begins and keep you informed if that estimate changes. Where appropriate, we can discuss staged or capped fee arrangements.
Any contracts, correspondence, invoices and notes relevant to your matter, along with a short timeline of events. If you are unsure whether something is relevant, bring it.
Need advice on Employment Contracts?
Hiring or reviewing your contracts? Make sure they protect your business.