With offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Sydney, the labour and employment team at Piper Alderman advises organisations across a host of sectors, including health, transport, retail, telecoms and construction. With over 24 years of experience in employment law, practice head Tim Lange has expertise in a wide range of employment and industrial relations matters, covering terminations and unfair dismissals, anti-discrimination, employment contracts and industrial dispute resolution. Erin McCarthy has extensive knowledge of misconduct investigations, namely cases of bullying, discrimination and harassment. Other lawyers include Ben Motro, who has experience advising on and preparing employment contracts, deeds of release and enterprise agreements. Joe Murphy left the practice in July 2023.
Testimonials
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‘Piper Alderman's employment practice is unique in our experience in that not only do you have exceptional access to their Partners, but the depth of knowledge across the team and the lack of silos ensures support is always available. ’
‘Tim Lange's encyclopaedic knowledge of Australian employment law is matched only by his ability to think strategically from the inception of a matter.’
‘Ben Motro was an exceptional support through a series of challenging issues. Ben was always very easy to get a hold of, he has a great disposition which makes working with him an absolute pleasure.'
‘Very genuine and very approachable. They are also prompt with their responses, and the advice is always technically smart, tailored to our needs, and immensely helpful with our decision-making. We trust their advice.’
‘Personal service - consistency in advice, and working with a team that understands our business.’
‘Very knowledgeable team who are always willing to educate and share knowledge, explaining advice clearly and concisely. ’
‘Erin McCarthy - very easy to work with, pragmatic and patient.’
‘The law firm has unique capability in industrial relations. ’
Key clients
- Chatime Australia Pty Ltd
- Epiroc Australia Pty Ltd
- Fletcher Building Australia Pty Ltd
- Laminex Pty Ltd
- Ventia Australia Pty Ltd
- Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd
- Equatorial Launch Australia Pty Ltd
Work highlights
- Acted for a company and its managing director in a matter with the Fair Work Ombudsman.
- Acted for Epiroc Australia to review issues or award coverage, executive employment contracts, including share and bonus schemes.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tim Lange