Employment Law

Employment Law

At Harris Tate we know you are busy running a business, which is why we support you in building successful employment relationships where each party clearly understands their rights and obligations.

Our Employment Team can keep you up-to-date with all the “need to knows” of employment law so you don’t miss a beat when it comes to operating within the legal frameworks. They are also the people to turn to if things go wrong in the workplace.

We can assist with:

  • Drafting and advising on employment agreements.
  • Compliance with the Employment Relations Act, Privacy Act, Holidays Act, Health & Safety at Work Act and Human Rights Act.
  • Resolving personal grievances and disputes.
  • Restructuring and Redundancy.
  • Disciplinary and dismissal procedures.
  • Restraints of Trade.
  • Employment issues on the sale and purchase of a business or a restructure.
  • Negotiation and Mediation.
  • Representation in the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court.
  • Independent Contractor arrangements and contracts.
  • Our Employment Lawyers also advise employees on their rights and obligations and assist them with resolving disputes.

Whatever Employment legal issues you might need advice or assistance with, our team of experienced Employment lawyers is here to help.

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