Decipher Workplace Law

Camberwell, VIC

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About Us

At Decipher Workplace Law, we deliver strategic and pragmatic legal advice for employers navigating the complexities of people management. Led by seasoned lawyers Sarah Blackman and Bec Ellis, our Melbourne-based team boasts over 30 years of experience in employment law, spanning private practice, in-house roles, and government sectors. We understand the intricate Australian workplace relations system and the challenges it poses for businesses across all jurisdictions. Our comprehensive services cater to the diverse needs of employers, offering guidance through workplace change projects, managing employee exits, conducting thorough workplace reviews, and providing national mediation and investigation services. We also assist in crafting robust employment contracts, people-related policies, and governance frameworks, ensuring your organisation remains compliant and effective. Decipher Workplace Law brings extensive in-house insight, appreciating the disruptions people issues can bring to business operations. We are adept at swiftly analysing situations and forging a path forward, maintaining a calm, personable, and pragmatic approach even in high-pressure environments. Our expertise encompasses navigating risks associated with employee exits, such as unfair dismissal and discrimination, and conducting investigations into workplace misconduct, including sexual harassment and bullying. We design and deliver training packages tailored to your business and conduct comprehensive behavioural reviews to help prevent workplace misconduct. Choosing Decipher Workplace Law means accessing legal expertise without the overheads of larger firms. Our competitive pricing allows you to benefit from strategic, expert advice while focusing on your core operations. Trust us to unravel workplace complexities and deliver commercial, cost-effective solutions to your people-related challenges.

Practice Areas

Employment Law

Litigation & Disputes

Specialisations

Employment Law

Navigating the complexities of workplace change projects and restructures requires a nuanced approach to legal obligations and human impacts. Our team is adept at providing comprehensive guidance through workforce changes, including the intricacies of business sales, redundancy protocols, and the respectful handling of transitions. We focus on ensuring all actions comply with legal standards while maintaining a considerate approach towards employees affected by these changes. In the realm of employee exits, our practice delivers insightful advice to streamline the process, minimizing disruption and ensuring compliance with employment laws. We also provide expert review and recommendations to proactively address and prevent workplace sexual harassment, understanding its potential legal implications. With our assistance, businesses can foster a safer work environment and significantly reduce associated risks, safeguarding both the organisation and its employees.

Litigation & Disputes

Our team excels in mediation services, utilising nationally accredited techniques that empower parties to collaboratively resolve workplace disputes. By employing facilitative mediation approaches, we ensure that all involved have an active role in finding a mutually satisfactory resolution, fostering a harmonious and productive work environment. In addition to mediation, we conduct thorough and impartial workplace investigations into inappropriate behaviour. Our extensive experience in various industries allows us to swiftly and effectively deliver detailed findings and practical recommendations. Our pragmatic approach ensures that our clients receive timely, actionable insights that address the core issues and help maintain workplace integrity.