Employment Lawyers for Employers in Melbourne
Protect your business from costly employment law mistakes, disputes and compliance risks.
At Hentys Lawyers, we specialise in workplace and employment law for employers as a Melbourne-based firm, providing clear, practical advice tailored to businesses of all sizes. Based in Melbourne and trusted by employers across Australia, our team brings over 40 years of experience in workplace law and advises employers across multiple sectors, assisting with everything from employment contracts and workplace compliance to managing unfair dismissal claims and complex industrial relations matters. We focus on protecting your business, reducing risk, and delivering solutions that support long-term success.
Comprehensive Industrial Consulting for Legal Compliance For Businesses Across Australia
Hentys Lawyers is a Melbourne-based firm with over 40 years of experience in the sectors we service.
Our fresh and knowledgeable approach to litigation, backed by our team’s broad experience, has earned us a reputation as innovative thought leaders in the industry. Our team of experienced lawyers prides itself on the dynamic results we consistently achieve and the high standards in legal and industrial practice we consistently meet. Building successful partnerships with you is our number one priority.
We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver creative and effective solutions that add value to businesses across Victoria, and we are accessible to our Legal clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We work for clients throughout Australia in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, and Brisbane.
Our Legal Areas of Expertise
Industrial Consulting & Advisory Service
Comprehensive Industrial Consulting for Legal Compliance For Businesses Across AustraliaFrom workplace training, policy development, WIC disputes, workplace investigations, compliance training, to effective management of workplace injury claims for compensation, Hentys Lawyers provides expert industrial consulting services tailored to your business needs. Our team offers strategic advice on employment law compliance, workplace dispute resolution management, functional capacity evaluations, psychological evaluations, and employee performance management to keep your business legally sound and productive.
Explore Industrial ConsultingEmployment & Workplace Law For Employers
Expert Employment Law Services for EmployersWe provide comprehensive legal support for employers, helping you navigate complex workplace regulations. From drafting employment contracts to defending general protection claims, unfair dismissal and adverse action claims, our team offers tailored solutions to protect your business and ensure compliance with employment laws.
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Trusted Estate Planning and Will Dispute LawyersOur team specialises in wills and estates law, offering expert advice on probate, inheritance law disputes, family provision claims, contesting a will and challenging a will. Whether you’re preparing for the future or resolving an estate issue, our team is committed to delivering clear, compassionate, and effective legal support.
Learn MoreBusiness Law
Trusted Business Legal Advice for Australian BusinessesWe offer end-to-end business law support, helping you navigate commercial risk, compliance obligations and growth decisions. Whether you need business contract advice, governance support, or dispute resolution, our lawyers provide practical, tailored solutions to safeguard your business.
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Comprehensive Legal Solutions for Corporate SuccessWe provide expert legal support across all areas of corporate and commercial law. Whether you need assistance with mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiation, or compliance, our team provides strategic advice to help your business thrive.
Learn MoreWorkers Compensation
Protect Your Business with Workers’ Compensation ManagementWe offer expert guidance in workers’ compensation management to help businesses effectively navigate WorkCover claims and ensure compliance with Victorian regulations. Whether you’re managing complex claims or seeking proactive strategies to reduce risks.
Learn MoreTraining
Tailored Workplace Training Programs for EmployersOur team offers customised workplace training programs to ensure your business stays compliant with the latest regulations. From employee management to occupational health and safety, our expert-led sessions empower your team with the knowledge and skills to manage legal risks effectively.
Learn MoreOH&S Law
Comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety Legal Support and ConsultancyWe offer expert legal guidance on OH&S law to ensure your business meets regulatory requirements. Our services include compliance audits, workplace safety training and representation in OH&S disputes, helping you minimise risks and safeguard your operations.
Learn MoreOur Comprehensive Industrial Consulting Services
At Hentys Lawyers, we provide a full suite of industrial consulting and advisory services to help employers across a range of sectors manage risk, maintain compliance, and improve workplace outcomes across Melbourne.
Workplace Injury Management
We assist employers with effective workplace injury management strategies while monitoring WorkCover premiums to help control costs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Learn More 02Occupational Health & Safety Consultancy
Our occupational health and safety consultants in Melbourne provide expert guidance on workplace safety obligations, risk assessments and compliance with OHS legislation.
Learn More 03Dispute Resolution Services
We offer strategic dispute resolution services to help employers manage workplace conflicts efficiently, minimise disruption and avoid costly litigation wherever possible.
Learn More 04Workplace Investigations
Our experienced workplace investigators conduct thorough and independent investigations into misconduct, bullying, harassment and employee complaints.
Learn More 05Policy & Procedure Development
We develop tailored workplace policies and procedures aligned with current legislation and best practice to help businesses establish clear expectations and reduce risk.
Learn More 06General Protections Claims
We advise and represent employers facing general protections claims, helping businesses respond to allegations of adverse action and protect against significant compensation risk.
Learn More 07Adverse Action Claims
We help employers navigate adverse action claims under the Fair Work Act and provide strategic advice to manage risk and resolve disputes efficiently.
Learn More 08Redundancies & Restructures for Employers
We guide employers through genuine redundancy and restructure processes, including consultation obligations, redeployment considerations and employee entitlements.
Learn More 09Performance Management, Investigations & Misconduct
Practical guidance on managing employee performance issues, misconduct and internal investigations in a legally compliant and commercially sound manner.
Learn More 10Functional Capacity Evaluations
We coordinate workplace functional capacity assessments to help employers understand an employee’s ability to safely perform their role following injury or illness.
Learn More 11Psychological Capacity Assessments
Our team facilitates psychological capacity evaluations to support employers in addressing mental health considerations in the workplace.
Learn More 12Training for Industrial Compliance
We deliver tailored workplace and occupational health and safety training designed to improve compliance, awareness and workplace capability.
Learn More 13WorkCover Industry Classification Disputes
We provide advice and representation in WorkCover industry classification disputes to help employers achieve accurate classification and fair premium assessments.
Learn More 14Unfair Dismissals
Our unfair dismissal lawyers defend employers before the Fair Work Commission and help ensure termination decisions are procedurally fair, well documented and legally defensible.
Learn More 15Enterprise Agreements & Bargaining
We advise employers on enterprise agreement drafting, bargaining strategy and good faith bargaining obligations, helping businesses negotiate agreements that suit operational needs.
Learn MoreCommercial advice when the decision matters.
Legal advice should do more than explain the law. We help businesses understand their options, manage risk and move forward with a clear strategy.
Employer-Focused
Workplace advice developed around the operational and commercial realities faced by employers.
Commercially Practical
Clear recommendations focused on practical business outcomes.
Experienced
More than four decades experience across workplace, industrial and legal matters.
Responsive
Timely legal assistance when workplace issues require immediate decisions.
Get advice before you take the next step.
Termination, misconduct, investigations, Fair Work claims and restructures can expose your business to unnecessary risk when the process is handled incorrectly.
Meet the people behind Hentys.
Coming from both legal and industrial backgrounds, our team delivers innovative and effective solutions that add value to your business. Our depth of experience allows us to provide practical, commercially-focused advice across employment law, workplace relations, workers compensation, OH&S and broader business matters.
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Your legal and industrial partner when workplace decisions carry risk.
Hentys works with employers, business owners, executives and HR teams to manage complex workplace issues with practical legal advice, industrial experience and commercially focused strategies.
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