Home to expertise in legislation application, health and safety issues, disputes, and industrial relations, among other matters, the team at Wynn Williams is headed by Amanda Douglas; she operates from Christchurch and frequently advises on personal grievances, exits, misconduct allegations, restructuring, and performance management mandates. Key industries include the public sector, namely local authorities, in addition to construction, transport, healthcare, insurance, media, and retail.
Testimonials
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‘Wynn Williams' labour and employment team are readily available to assist with a myriad of employment issues, and there is always a lawyer willing to advise on practical steps to deal competently with a crisis. The team is unique, as they have a great understanding of the public sector and the added complexities that this environment brings.’
‘Amanda Douglas is a very approachable and levelheaded advisor, who has become a trusted contact that is able to cut through the noise and focus on the most pressing issues and navigate to a workable solution.'
Key clients
- McKay Limited
- Turuki Healthcare Charitable Trust
Work highlights
- Advising a client on negotiating with the Labour inspector to lift an improvement notice in place for a prominent racing stable.
- Representing Turuki Healthcare Charitable Trust in various levels, up to and including the Supreme Court, in litigation arising in relation to a previously settled personal grievance.