Be Employment Law Pty Ltd

Be Employment Law Pty Ltd, a boutique firm located in Bundall on the Gold Coast, Queensland, is dedicated to providing specialist employment and industrial relations law services to employers. With over 15 years of comprehensive experience (and principal experience extending beyond 22 years), the firm offers expert guidance on various aspects of employment and workplace law. Clients benefit from carefully drafted employment and subcontractor agreements, detailed HR policies, enterprise agreements, and meticulously developed employee handbooks. The firm's representation extends to defending matters of unfair dismissal, general protections and adverse actions, bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment, and breach of contract. These services are provided before the Fair Work Commission, Federal Court, and state courts, with a focus on pragmatic and commercial solutions. Be Employment Law stands out by offering fixed-fee arrangements for a range of services and assists employers nationwide. Mark Bunch, the Owner and Legal Practitioner Director, boasts over 22 years in the field of employment and industrial relations law, exclusively aiding employers. His extensive career includes tenures at renowned firms such as Minter Ellison, Norton Rose Fulbright, and Aitken Legal, where he refined his expertise in managing the complexities of employment law. Mark’s practice covers drafting agreements and policies, advising on HR management and termination, defending claims related to unfair dismissal and contractual breaches, handling underpayment issues, and navigating Fair Work Ombudsman investigations. He is proficient in managing urgent interlocutory proceedings and has conducted significant workplace investigations. Mark's advisory skills extend to resolving discrimination and harassment complaints, managing workplace bullying claims, and providing work health and safety guidance. Mark's vast network encompasses business owners and HR professionals nationwide, who rely on his practical and insightful advice to tackle employment disputes. He has catered to diverse industries like local government, tourism, hospitality, retail, professional services, construction, and medical fields. A frequent presence before major Australian courts, Mark is known for his engaging presentations at professional and industry events. Passionately local, Mark Bunch has anchored Be Employment Law Pty Ltd as a firm distinct from traditional models, prioritising effective outcomes over billable hours. His commitment to delivering quality service tailored to the needs of employers is at the heart of the firm's ethos, reflecting a genuine dedication to client success.