As your employment lawyer in Sydney, I help you draft enforceable contracts, handle misconduct and dismissals properly, and respond to complaints—so your business is protected and your workplace stays on track.
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Managing staff isn’t just about leadership—it’s about compliance, contracts, and risk. You might be dealing with an underperforming employee, a misconduct issue, or uncertainty about how to lawfully terminate someone. Maybe you’ve received a complaint and aren’t sure what steps you must take to protect your business. Even with the best intentions, one misstep can result in costly claims, Fair Work proceedings, or reputational damage.
These issues don’t resolve themselves—they escalate. Delays, unclear contracts, or reactive decisions often lead to legal exposure that could have been avoided. Employers can feel stuck: act too quickly and face a claim, wait too long and risk the problem spreading across the team. The result? Time lost, money wasted, and confidence shaken.
That’s where I come in. As an experienced employment lawyer in Sydney, I help you take control early. From drafting enforceable contracts to guiding disciplinary processes or exits, I provide clear, practical advice so you can act with confidence, minimise disruption, and stay focused on your business.
I ensure your employment contracts, policies, and processes comply with Australian law—minimising exposure to claims and penalties.
I guide you through performance management, redundancies, and dismissals—so every step is defensible if challenged.
I help you respond to complaints, grievances, or misconduct swiftly and lawfully—preventing escalation and protecting your business reputation.
You receive clear, actionable advice tailored to your business—so you can act decisively and focus on growth without second-guessing.
Hear how we’ve helped business owners navigate staff issues, stay compliant, and protect their operations.
Posted on Google Mick d 14 September 2026 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When people think of lawyers, they always think expensive,money grabbing,aggravated or only concerned in winning for ego,cash,clout. Boettcher law firm, breaks the bread and is willing to plough the field right next to you all the way. Their work ethics & stead fast approach as a team is commendable. Annie Jin (solicitor) went above and beyond for me, from the gecko. Her relaxed but assertive demeanour was top notch. I was in a real quick sand conundrum,where I was stuck.I’m on a disability pension, I’m scraping by and was pushed into the corner, with the plaintive hoping I’d never be able to get my rightfully owed money. She was banking on expenses of a lawyer I wouldn’t be able to fight,She was right, I’d won $16,063 on a poker machine, I had my landlords bsb & acc number saved as a screenshot right next to my own account. Heat of the moment & didn’t have glasses. I accidentally chose the wrong account. The club, my bank ANZ,Police can’t do a thing about this. You’ll need to fight in court,and lawyers fees to go after that amount, you’ll be lucky if you can even afford the lawyer let alone get any moneys back. Annie spoke to Fabian and they saw,not an easy payout, more importantly they saw me as a human struggling that made an innocent mistake that’s cost me dearly. Boettcher law ;choose not to kick me to the kirb,making me feel weak & insignificant,but instead represent me,and show a lady with a gluten for greed and questionable motives & morals a thing or two. This lady played it out for 18months, yet Fabian had said, like Brad Pitt in Snatch. F#%k it , I’ll do the fight for free. I was contacted by Mason who was my representative 3 days ago to inform me he’d get my money back, and Boettcher Law say as they do, do as they say. I’m pleased to say the small amount of money they got from my payout,was not only very fair,but I insisted for I believed it was a moral thing to do considering the 18months of watching a lady trying to claim her so called cake & eat it too. I couldn’t recommend a better law firm,but also a team of highly proficient humans, who will draw the line in the sand for equality,When humans take advantage of others dignity,bullying ,discrimination,disingenuous,dishonest & show little respect to a fellow human, look out cause you’ve woken a team, that are in it for you, not ego,money,fame. Boettchers there for your pride & giving you back your dignity.rare to find a Law firm all about the community & respect the reality of life & are prepared to help the helpless. Annie Jin, Mason ,Fabian You restored my faith in humanity for me, I’ll never forget your commitment & compassion in helping a wounded soldier out of the quick sand to now having faith in our justice system🙏if your looking for a loyal lawyer don’t look any further, if your looking to lose, Go to another firm, 🙏 Posted on Google K 11 September 2026 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am extremely grateful to Fabian and Mason for their outstanding assistance during a very stressful and time-sensitive matter. I was facing extremely tight deadlines, and Fabian took the time to carefully review a substantial amount of material. His advice and responses were consistently clear, precise and thoughtful. His attention to detail gave me enormous confidence that important issues would not be overlooked. Within only one or two days, Fabian assisted me through a difficult negotiation under significant pressure. What I appreciated most was not only his legal expertise, but also his patience, persistence and strong sense of fairness. When I was faced with demands that I felt were unreasonable and considerable pressure to make decisions quickly, his calm and careful guidance gave me the confidence to stay focused, not lose perspective, and make considered decisions. I genuinely believe that this contributed greatly to the outcome we ultimately achieved. I would also like to sincerely thank Mason for stepping in and coordinating matters at very short notice. His prompt assistance and responsiveness were greatly appreciated, particularly given the urgency of the situation. The assistance I received from Fabian and Mason went far beyond what I had expected. Fabian’s professionalism, care, patience and commitment to helping his client were exceptional. It is difficult to put into words how much his support meant to me during such a challenging period. Thank you, Fabian and Mason. I am truly grateful for everything you did for me. Posted on Google Xiao Yuan Tang 31 March 2026 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabian and Annie were both great to deal with. Annie was especially very dedicated, always quick to respond, and explained everything really clearly. They made the whole process much easier and less stressful. Really appreciate all their help, and I’ll definitely keep working with them in the future. Posted on Google Yurica Oh 22 January 2026 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot thank Fabian Hoffmann and the team at Boettcher Law enough for their outstanding support. We were given sudden notice of lease expiry right before the Christmas–New Year period, and Fabian responded promptly and professionally throughout what could have been a very stressful situation. His advice was clear, strategic, and commercially sensible, and he guided us through negotiations with confidence and precision. Thanks to Fabian’s expertise, we were able to successfully resolve the matter and recover our bond (with only the agreed rent adjustment deducted), avoiding unnecessary escalation. Highly recommend Fabian to anyone needing reliable, sharp, and responsive commercial leasing advice. Truly a pleasure to work with. Posted on Google Salim Bio Tchane 28 November 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr Hoffmann and his team were professional and cordial in helping me attaining my objective even though I live in Africa. I stronngly recommend them to others as their assistance was top notch. Posted on Google Hannelore Federspiel 19 September 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team at Boettcher Law has been nothing short of brilliant to deal with. They have been my trusted partner when I needed legal services and advice. I can highly recommend Fabian Hoffmann and his team! Posted on Google Robert Yifu Wei 4 September 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabian and the team were extremely responsive and helpful with our matter. Posted on Google Channelle 3 August 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was referred to Mason at Boettcher Law by a friend as I needed help with a property matter. Mason and Annie were brilliant - they were professional, super responsive and lovely to deal with. They sorted my matter quickly (having become unexpectedly urgent) and their rates were great, especially given the excellent service. Would 100% use them again if needed. Highly recommend. Posted on Google Maryana Sedarous 16 July 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabian worked patiently and attentively with us, and helped us prepare our affidavits and paperwork for our hearings. He went out of his way to ensure everything was properly prepared and on time. I have since recommended him to other family members and would recommend him to anyone else who asks. Posted on Google armando fernandez 7 July 2025 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent work, earnest, committed and responsible. Annie and Fabian are highly recommended Grear solicitors
Explore clear, practical responses to the most common employment law concerns faced by businesses and employees in Sydney.
If you need further information on any of these topics or have additional questions, feel free to ask.
Only in cases of serious misconduct. Otherwise, a fair process and prior warnings are generally required under the Fair Work Act.
Unfair dismissal relates to harsh or unjust treatment. Unlawful termination involves breaches of protected rights, such as firing someone due to pregnancy or union activity.
You must provide clear feedback, reasonable time to improve, and document the process before considering termination.
Key terms include duties, pay, hours, leave, notice periods, and post-employment restraints. Terms must comply with the National Employment Standards.
Yes, but even during probation, dismissals must not be discriminatory or in breach of general protections.
You must show the role is no longer required, consult with the employee, consider redeployment, and provide redundancy pay where applicable.
That depends on control, obligation, and integration. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties—contracts alone don’t decide status.
Only if it’s reasonable in scope, duration, and necessary to protect legitimate business interests. Overly broad clauses are unenforceable.
Investigate promptly, fairly, and confidentially. If proven, take disciplinary or corrective action and ensure a safe work environment.
You can request medical evidence and conduct a capacity assessment, but dismissals must follow careful legal steps to avoid claims.
You must pay 11% (as of 1 July 2024) of ordinary time earnings into a complying super fund at least quarterly.
Ensure their contract reflects casual status and stay up to date with rights to conversion and minimum entitlements under the Fair Work Act.
Generally yes, if there’s a clear workplace policy and it complies with surveillance and privacy laws.
Respond promptly. Legal representation is advisable to protect your interests and ensure you comply with procedural requirements.
While not always mandatory, written warnings are a key part of a fair and lawful termination process.
It’s a claim where a dismissal is alleged to be due to a protected reason (e.g., discrimination, complaints made), not just performance.
Yes, unless their contract prohibits it or there’s a conflict of interest. You can include restrictions if necessary.
Yes. You must pay out accrued annual leave and, depending on contract terms, long service leave and other entitlements.
Well-drafted contracts with confidentiality and restraint clauses are critical. Breaches can be enforced through court orders.
As early as possible—before dismissals, contract changes, or responding to complaints. Early advice prevents costly mistakes.
Get clear, proactive legal advice today—so you can manage staff confidently, stay compliant, and protect your business from avoidable risks.