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Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA) is an award-winning law firm exclusively representing employers. We specialise in workplace relations, employment law and industrial relations. Trusted by top ASX-listed companies, government agencies and leading organisations across key industries, we provide practical, business-focussed advice that keeps our clients ahead of risk and change.
Specialists in workplace and employment law

We Act For Employers

Specialists in workplace and employment law

Because we are involved at the coalface of legislation, we can offer clients a unique understanding of not just what the law states, but how it will operate in practice. Whether it is help with an unfair dismissal, advice on terminating an employee or getting legal support for a workplace investigation, we can help you.

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Our Expertise

Bullying, Harassment & Discrimination

Need help managing a bullying complaint or dealing with a toxic employee? You have legal obligations to provide a safe workplace and we can help you achieve that.

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 safety management systems to ensure you are meeting your employer 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 you can make is not getting a third party involved from the beginning.

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Latest Resources

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What is unfair dismissal and how can I avoid it as the employer?

The Fair Work Act 2009 (s385) sets out the requirements for a dismissal to be unfair. A dismissal may be unfair if...

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FWC rules to abolish existing junior rates for adult junior employees

On 31 March 2026, the Fair Work Commission published its decision in response to an application that was brought by the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association (SDA) to vary certain minimum wages for junior employees under certain awards.

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FWC releases draft Guidance Note on GenAI use in Commission proceedings

On 24 March 2026, the President of the Fair Work Commission (Commission), Justice Hatcher, released draft guidelines to help users understand their obligations on using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and related technologies for the purposes of drafting applications and other commission documents.

Employment Law for Managers/Team Leaders
Training courses

Employment Law for Managers/Team Leaders

If you manage or lead employees, this is for you. Understanding what your legal obligations are as a manager/team leader, sets you up for success in this role. Employment law in Australia is complex. With some of the most significant amendments to employment law over recent years, this course will bring you up to speed so you can manage your team effectively and compliantly.  

Psychological Safety in the Workplace: Protecting Your People and Business
Training courses

Psychological Safety in the Workplace: Protecting Your People and Business

With increasing legislative and regulatory focus on the psychological safety of workers while at work, now is the time for employers to review their existing hazard identification and risk management frameworks, and to determine whether they are taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure they are providing a safe working environment.

Return to Work Process for Employers
Training courses

Return to Work Process for Employers

This course gives WHS professionals, HR professionals and employers the practical tools to manage workers’ compensation claims and support a safe return to work while meeting legal requirements and minimising business risk.

Flexible Work Requests: Risks and Rules
Webinar

Flexible Work Requests: Risks and Rules

Register now to our free one‑hour webinar to understand when to approve or refuse flexible work requests – and how to communicate decisions lawfully under the updated rules.

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Webinar On Demand

Bargaining and FWC Disputes

Join our free one hour webinar and hear from leading IR practitioners Luis Izzo and Nigel Ward as they discuss and review the recent bargaining landscape and Fair Work Commission disputes. 

2026 Employment Law Essentials 
Webinar On Demand

2026 Employment Law Essentials 

Discover the key workplace law changes for 2026 and learn how to keep your organisation compliant.

Workplace Advice Line
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Workplace Advice Line

One phone call could save you thousands of dollars down the track.

Union Right of Entry & Delegates' Rights
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Union Right of Entry & Delegates' Rights

The recent legislative amendments have increased the rights for unions to enter an employer's site. They also afford greater rights and protections to union delegates in the workplace. This toolkit is a guide for your business that will help you manage situations lawfully. It includes checklists and tips to help manage incidents as they occur.

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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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