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Maddocks

Employment: New South Wales

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About

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The team at Maddocks is versatile and experienced, with a large team of lawyers who work across a broad range of employment and workplace issues.

 

We ensure that our clients are receiving best practice advice through a deep understanding of both the law and their key objectives and strategies.

 

Our experience with government at all three tiers is one key strength. We are a leading supplier to the State of Victoria and work closely with the NSW State Government, as well as advising a number of federal authorities and departments. We also work closely with local government.

 

We’ve also supported many private sector enterprises to implement successful labour strategies and navigate compliance and risk management issues to the highest standards.

 

Our team anticipates issues and develops strategies for managing risk long before they become a cause for concern for our clients. The result is a cost-effective solution that’s in line with your strategic objectives.

 

Maddocks also has deep expertise assisting emergency services on the full range of issues particular to their vital public role.

 

Maddocks is proud to be a finalist for Workplace and Employment Team of the Year in the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards 2023.

Chambers Review

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Employment: New South Wales - Australia

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Maddocks is noted for its high-quality employment law practice with expertise advising public sector clients on enterprise bargaining and industrial relations matters. It is visible advising clients from the healthcare, retail and financial services sectors. The team is also adept at advising clients on employee disputes such as unfair dismissal and confidential information matters. It provides additional specialised expertise in workplace health and safety issues and is noted for representing government departments in prosecutions. The practice maintains offices in Sydney and Canberra alongside its traditional Melbourne headquarters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Maddocks acted for Costco in relation to an unfair dismissal claim brought by an employee who was terminated due to not possessing lawful working rights.

Strengths

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  • Maddocks are extremely responsive and provide practical, clear advice that is easy to follow.

    Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Maddocks are excellent at sharing their extensive knowledge and experience, which has meant an uplift in skills across the HR team.

    Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Bruce Heddle
    Bruce Heddle

    Bruce Heddle

    Bruce Heddle is a highly experienced practitioner who has a broad practice across the range of employment matters. He often assists employers on issues relating to engagement, remuneration and industrial relations.

    • I have no hesitation in recommending Bruce for any employment issues.

      Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Bruce has a good practice.

      Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Ross Jackson
    Ross Jackson

    Ross Jackson

    Ross Jackson is well regarded for his practice in the public sector, often acting for government clients in disputes and enterprise bargaining matters.

    • Ross is very service-oriented and has a deep understanding of the law.

      Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Ross Jackson is the most pragmatic and responsive partner I have ever liaised with.

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  • Catherine Dunlop
    Catherine Dunlop

    Catherine Dunlop

    Catherine Dunlop acts for a number of government departments as well as clients in the health and aged care sectors. She handles a range of workplace health and safety matters, including compliance, fatalities and inquests.

    • Catherine was a solid and capable professional, and I learnt a lot from working with her.

      Employment: New South Wales respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Catherine has a great upbeat and relatable personality, which can be helpful when dealing with difficult matters. She is very responsive and has a depth of skill.

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  • Maree Skinner
    Maree Skinner

    Maree Skinner

    Maree Skinner advises on contentious and compliance matters, involving both unions and employee relations.
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