A solution-focused law firm specialising in Australian employment
and workplace relations law

Citation Legal is a leading Australian employment law firm with over 30 years of experience. We provide support to businesses navigating the complexities of an always evolving workplace relations landscape.

Our team of lawyers work closely with our clients to provide practical, strategic, and solutions-based advice about workplace issues that arise throughout the employee life cycle. From workplace disputes and litigation, enterprise bargaining, statutory compliance, and independent contracting to restructuring, managing ill and injured workers, and employment contracts and policies, our expertise and quality of work is unparalleled.

+30

years servicing Australian businesses

Leaders

with accredited specialists in employment and industrial law

Top-ranked

firm in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific

A full spectrum of Workplace Law services for businesses

Invaluable services for our clients

Because employment law in Australia is continuously changing and complex, we make it our mission to ensure our clients are well-informed of legislative change, enabling them to respond confidently and in a timely way to change – an invaluable feature of working alongside a team of lawyers who are all employment law experts.

Accredited employment law specialists and leaders in their field

Our entire team of lawyers have expertise in Australian employment law and are truly leaders in their field. Five of our Partners are accredited specialists in Workplace and Industrial Law.

We’re here for our clients

We know that most workplace issues arise unexpectedly. Our timely and pragmatic advice makes all the difference in navigating and overcoming employment challenges.

Our workplace lawyers have you covered

Whether you need employment legal advice or access to an industry-leading employment lawyer, Citation Legal has your business covered. Our team specialises in every aspect of Australian employment law from managing cases before the Fair Work Commission and Federal Courts to navigating employment issues including disputes and workplace investigation – there’s not much our experts haven’t dealt with.
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Cost-effective, legal advice from Australian employment lawyers

We know that businesses operate 24 hours, seven days a week, and when something happens, there needs to be a considered and expert response. Our large team of lawyers are responsive to these needs and can support your business.

Unfair dismissal and general protections

Unfair dismissal and general protections claims are often a fact of doing business in Australia. Our team is well-equipped to stand side-by-side with you through the process, advising you with a commercial mindset and providing unrivalled representation in Courts and Tribunals.

Employment contracts

Being exposed to risk is the last thing any business owner wants, and having written agreements in place reduces the potential for disputes to arise. Ensuring that your employment contracts cover all bases and are easy to understand for both the employer and employee is essential and that’s why having experts like Citation Legal behind you can make all the difference.

Discrimination and sexual harassment claims

Bullying, sexual harassment, or discrimination complaints can catch business owners off guard, but our Citation Legal team is experienced in mediating these claims and can guide our clients seamlessly through the process.

Stay informed with the latest in industrial relations

The world of workplace relations is constantly changing, and it can be hard to understand if you don’t understand the legal speak. Not only do our experts ensure they’re up to date with everything employment law, but they’ll also keep you informed of everything from proposed legislation changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 to shifting regulations that affect your workplace.

Workplace investigations and disputes

Whether it’s an employment dispute or a situation that needs to be investigated between the employer and employee, our Citation Legal team are specialists in conducting thorough workplace investigations, resolving disputes, and guiding clients through them step-by-step.