arch.law Employment

Wrongful dismissal attorneys for Australian employees.

Get clear advice on wrongful dismissal in Australia. Understand your rights, time limits and next steps.

Resolving wrongful dismissal issues with confidence.

Losing your job in difficult circumstances can affect your income, confidence and plans for the future. If you are looking for a wrongful dismissal attorney, it is worth getting legal advice early so you can understand where you stand under Australian employment law and what action makes sense.

Some matters involve unfair dismissal, while others raise issues around adverse action, workplace rights, notice, restraint clauses or the way the dismissal was handled.

At arch.law, we take a practical approach from the outset. We look at the facts, explain your position clearly, and help you decide on the best route forward without making the matter harder than it needs to be.

Through our employment law solutions across Australia, we advise employees on dismissal, employment contract law, workplace disputes and settlement terms with a clear focus on sensible outcomes.

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How we help with wrongful dismissal.

Assessing the right legal route

Not every dismissal matter should be approached in the same way. We look at the reason given for the dismissal, your length of service, your contract terms, and what happened before your employment ended. That allows us to assess whether your matter is more likely to involve unfair dismissal, general protections, a contract issue, or a dispute over notice, process or workplace rights. Our wrongful dismissal solicitors help you understand your position and take the right next step.

Reviewing contracts & dismissal documents

The paperwork behind your employment often shapes the advice. We review contracts, policies, warning letters, performance records, termination correspondence and any settlement documents already provided to you. Where needed, we link that advice back to wider issues covered by our employment law team, including post-employment restraints, workplace policies and contractual obligations after your role ends.

Advising on timing & next steps

Dismissal matters can move quickly, and delay can weaken your position. We help you understand what should be done first, what records you should keep, and whether you should respond to your employer, negotiate an exit, or prepare for a formal claim. You get advice that is practical and grounded in what has actually happened at work.

Handling negotiations with your employer

Many clients want to resolve matters without drawn-out conflict. We can deal with your employer or their representatives, advise on settlement proposals, and help you weigh up the value of an offer against the risks of pushing the matter further. This includes advice on references, confidential settlements, deed terms, final payments and anything else that could affect your position after you leave.

Representing you in workplace disputes

Some dismissals cannot be resolved through a few letters or a conversation. If the matter moves into a formal dispute, arch.law can support you through the next stage with clear advice and steady representation. That includes matters linked to workplace disputes, disciplinary concerns, grievances and related employment issues that often sit behind the dismissal itself.

If a dispute relates to a policy issue, we help you assess the policy, respond appropriately, and reduce the risk of further escalation.

Protecting your position after termination

A dismissal can have effects beyond your last working day. You may need advice on restrictive covenants, confidential information, accrued entitlements, bonus disputes or what you can say to a future employer. We help you deal with those practical points properly so the end of one role does not create avoidable problems in the next stage of your career. If you are unsure how to handle these issues, speaking with a wrongful dismissal attorney early can help you avoid mistakes that affect your next move.

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Understanding costs.

The cost of legal advice around wrongful dismissal depends on the stage your matter has reached and the work needed to deal with it properly. Some clients need an early review of their position and a plan for next steps. Others need support with negotiations, settlement documents or a formal claim.

At arch.law, we discuss costs at the outset so you have a clear idea of what is involved.

Where suitable, we can talk through defined stages of work so you can make informed decisions about budget and strategy.

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Working with arch.law

When you contact arch.law, we guide you through a clear, straightforward process:

Reach out – Tell us about your situation and what you want to achieve.
We connect you – You’ll speak with the right lawyer for your matter.
Get clear advice – Work together online or in person, whichever suits you best.

You will always know who is managing your matter and when your next update will be.

If your employment has ended and the dismissal does not seem fair, sensible or properly handled, speak with arch.law now to understand your next steps.

Early advice can make a real difference to the way you respond and the options still available to you. Keep copies of your contract, termination letter, emails, meeting notes and any workplace policies you were given.

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Why choose arch.law.

Practical employment advice

Our Australian employment law solutions cover dismissal, general protections, contracts, workplace disputes, modern awards and enterprise agreements, so your advice is shaped by the wider employment picture.

Direct access to the right lawyer

You can speak with a highly experienced Australian employment and workplace relations lawyer, with experience across unfair dismissal, general protections, contracts and deeds of release.

Clear communication

We explain your options in plain English, set out the likely routes open to you, and keep the advice focused on what you need to decide now.

Flexible service across Australia

You can work with arch.law online or in person through our Australian locations, depending on what suits you best.

Our employment specialists.

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Andrew Leaitherland Founder & CEO

Nikki Sharpe Solicitor

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Rebekah Leech Solicitor

Robyn Barron Solicitor

Australia

Roger Lewis Solicitor

Sally Marsden Solicitor

Knowledge base

Yes. Your contract may deal with notice, probation, bonus arrangements, restraints and procedures that become relevant when employment ends. In some wrongful dismissal matters, the contract can play an important role in how your position is assessed. It should be read alongside Australian workplace laws rather than on its own.