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Employment Law Advice. Clear and Practical.

We advise employers on contracts, policies, termination, restraint of trade, and Fair Work compliance, providing straightforward legal guidance that reduces risk and helps you manage your people with confidence.

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Employment Law Services for Employers
Employment relationships carry legal obligations that are constantly evolving. Our employment lawyers work alongside Fortuna's HR advisory team, so you get both the legal advice and the practical people management support from the same group of people who know your business.
Employment contracts: Fair Work compliant, clearly written contracts for all roles and levels.
Executive service agreements: tailored agreements for senior and executive appointments.
Workplace policies: legally sound policies reflecting current legislation and how your business operates.
Termination and redundancy: correct process, consultation obligations, and notice requirements managed.
Fair Work Commission representation: employer representation in unfair dismissal and general protections matters.
Restraint of trade: enforceable restraint and confidentiality provisions drafted and enforced.
Termination Without the Right Process Is Costly
Managing a termination or redundancy process incorrectly is one of the most common sources of legal risk for employers. We advise on the correct process for each situation and represent employers in Fair Work Commission proceedings when claims are made.
HR Advisors Right Alongside Our Lawyers
Employment matters often have both a legal and a people management dimension. Our employment lawyers work in close collaboration with Fortuna's HR advisory and investigation specialists, providing genuinely integrated support that addresses both dimensions of managing employment relationships.
Making Complex Operations Simple for ASX-Listed Companies
Making Complex Operations Simple for ASX-Listed Companies
Experience That Makes a Difference
Our employment lawyers work in close collaboration with Fortuna's HR advisory and investigation specialists, providing genuinely integrated support for employers.
With more than 25 years of commercial legal experience, John brings sharp expertise and practical thinking to every matter - from complex transactions to succession planning that sticks.
John Shingleton
Managing Director - Legal
Heath Harley-Bellemore
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Heath Harley-Bellemore
Senior Associate
Jodie Kerr
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Jodie Kerr
Associate Lawyer
Kim Valenti
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Kim Valenti
Consultant
Angela Daniel
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Angela Daniel
Solicitor
Bishoy Mekhaiel
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Bishoy Mekhaiel
Solicitor
Neil Scaddan
Winner of Australian Accounting Awards 2022 (New Partner of the Year), Melvyn is a qualified CPA with 2 master’s degrees and over 15 years of international experience. Melvyn specialises in Business Strategies and CFO Services, Accounting & Australian Tax.
Neil Scaddan
Senior Property & Finance Paralegal