Employment & Workplace Law Firms in Cairns, Queensland
Find and compare law firms in Cairns, Queensland. Browse by practice area and read client reviews to make an informed decision.
- firms
- 11
- average rating
- 4.8
- Google reviews
- 624
- rated 4.5 or higher
- 9
We list 11 employment & workplace law firms in Cairns, Queensland. They average 4.8 out of 5 across 11 rated firms. That's above the average across Queensland (4.6).
Employment and workplace lawyers advise both employees and employers on their rights and obligations at work. They handle unfair dismissal claims, workplace disputes, contracts and discrimination matters.
What Employment & Workplace Law lawyers typically help with
- Unfair dismissal and general protections claims
- Employment contracts and restraint of trade clauses
- Workplace bullying, harassment and discrimination
- Redundancy and underpayment of wages
- Workplace investigations and negotiated exits
11 law firms found
Maurice Blackburn Cairns
Maurice Blackburn Cairns helps people in Far North Queensland who have been hurt at work, on the road or in a public place. The team also…
Preston Law
Preston Law helps individuals, families, businesses and government bodies across North Queensland with their legal matters. The firm acts…
WGC Lawyers
WGC Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Cairns and Far North Queensland with their legal matters. The firm has served the…
AbsoluteLaw
AbsoluteLaw is a boutique law practice in North Cairns. It helps individuals, families and businesses with property, business, workplace,…
MacDonnells Law
MacDonnells Law is a law firm in Cairns, Queensland. It helps individuals and businesses with legal matters, including family law and…
Daniel Towne Lawyers
Daniel Towne Lawyers helps people and businesses in Cairns and North Queensland with personal injury claims, property, wills, family,…
Cairns Employment and Workplace Lawyers
Cairns Employment and Workplace Lawyers helps employees and employers with workplace problems. Employees can get advice on unfair…
Cairns Community Legal Centre
Cairns Community Legal Centre is a not-for-profit community organisation that gives free legal help to people in the Cairns region who face…
Far North Injury Lawyers
Far North Injury Lawyers helps people in Cairns and Far North Queensland who have been hurt at work, on the road or in a public place. It…
Peters Bosel Lawyers
Peters Bosel Lawyers is a law firm based in Cairns, Queensland, specializing in employment law for employers. With a team of experienced…
John Eylander
John Eylander is a Cairns barrister who appears in State and Federal courts and tribunals. He helps people and businesses with disputes,…
Highest rated employment lawyers in Cairns, Queensland
- 1.Maurice Blackburn Cairns: 4.8 from 185 reviews
- 2.Preston Law: 4.7 from 317 reviews
- 3.WGC Lawyers: 4.6 from 80 reviews
We weigh review count as well as score, so one perfect review can't top the list. See the top 10
Where they're based
- Cairns City 10
- Cairns North 1
Employment & Workplace Law FAQs in Cairns, Queensland
How many employment lawyers are there in Cairns?
We list 11. Most (10) are in Cairns City. The other one is in Cairns North.
Which employment lawyers in Cairns have the best reviews?
Maurice Blackburn Cairns leads our ranking with 4.8 from 185 Google reviews. Preston Law and WGC Lawyers are next. We weigh how many reviews a firm has as well as its score, so one perfect review can't top the list.
How do clients rate employment lawyers in Cairns?
Very well. 9 of the 11 rated firms hold 4.5 stars or better. The average is 4.8.
How long do I have to lodge an unfair dismissal claim?
In most cases you have 21 days from the date your dismissal takes effect to lodge a claim with the Fair Work Commission. The deadline is strict, so it is important to act quickly and get advice early.
Do I have to accept a redundancy?
A genuine redundancy is a lawful reason for ending employment, but it must follow the correct process and pay the right entitlements. If the role is not genuinely redundant or consultation was skipped, you may have a claim. A lawyer can review your situation.
Can an employment lawyer help me negotiate an exit?
Yes. Lawyers regularly negotiate deeds of release and settlement terms covering pay, references and confidentiality, often resolving a dispute without the need for a formal claim.
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