3 Best Employment Lawyers in Melbourne VIC

Expert recommended Top 3 Employment Lawyers in Melbourne VIC. All of our employment lawyers face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. Deadset the best!

10+ YEARS IN TBR
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MCDONALD MURHOLME

Level 6, 45 William Street,
Melbourne VIC 3000 Directions

Since 1996

Specialty:

Redundancy General Protections Deed Of Release Workplace Investigations Workplace Discrimination Contract Disputes Workplace Bullying and Harassment Unfair Dismissal Unfair Performance Management Restraint Of Trade Underpayment Compensation Lawyers

McDonald Murholme has performed work successfully in more employment disputes over the last three decades. The firm's team of lawyers is led by Mr Alan McDonald, Founder and Director, who is the most experienced employment lawyer for employees in Victoria. He has mentored and trained 200 of Australia's employment lawyers over the past 30 years. He has been a member of Quality in Law (QL) since 1997. McDonald Murholme strikes the right balance between bright, young, and experienced employment lawyers. McDonald Murholme offers a no-win, no-fee conditional cost agreement and provides advice across Australia and internationally. Their lawyers are skilled in resolving issues through successful negotiation. McDonald Murholme's whistleblower protection lawyers can assist in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Australia.

2025 Update: Alan’s special interest is in company restructuring and redundancies, assisting both executives and employers.

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License ABN 40 084 260 131

Contact:

03 9650 4555

Mon-Fri: 8:45am - 5:15pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Trent Hancock - JEWELL HANCOCK EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
Trent Hancock - JEWELL HANCOCK EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
Trent Hancock - JEWELL HANCOCK EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
5+ YEARS IN TBR
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TRENT HANCOCK

JEWELL HANCOCK EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
Level 3/126 Wellington Parade,
Melbourne VIC 3002 Directions

Specialty:

Unfair Dismissal General Protections Contract Advice Workplace Bullying Redundancy Advice Workplace Discrimination Underpayment Claims Sham Contracting Misleading and Deceptive Conduct Executive Employment Migrant Employment General Negotiation Enterprise Agreement Breaches Whistleblower Complaints Performance Improvement Plans Written Warnings Disciplinary Meetings Independent Contractors Workplace Investigations Unlawful Termination Modern Award Breaches Deed Of Release Advice Sexual Harassment Constructive Dismissal

Trent Hancock is a Principal at Jewell Hancock Employment Lawyers. He is an award-winning employment lawyer who has helped thousands of employees resolve workplace disputes. He provides advice and representation tailored to each client's circumstances, taking the time to understand their goals and objectives. Trent develops strong relationships by offering honest advice on prospects and fees. Jewell Hancock Employment Lawyers is a full-service firm exclusively for employees, focused on providing independent, affordable, expert advice. The firm has over two decades of experience, and its Melbourne-based team delivers personalised, pragmatic, and cost-effective service. They operate on a fixed-fee basis, explaining all legal costs from the first appointment, and sometimes offer no-win, no-fee arrangements. Contact the firm today to schedule a free 30-minute telephone consultation for eligible dismissed clients only.

2025 Update: They primarily work by telephone, video conference, and email, with in-person appointments available on request.

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Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards 2022 Winner – Employment and Workplace Relations
Doyles Guide Leading Employment Law Firm (Employee & Trade Union Representation) 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025
Australasian Lawyer Rising Star 2023
License ABN 50 644 574 149

Price:

Document Review and Email Advice/hour: $660
In-Person Consultation/hour (Principal Lawyer)/hour: $660
Telephone or Video Consultation/hour (Principal Lawyer)/hour: $550

Contact:

03 8610 6369

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Kelly Workplace Lawyers
Kelly Workplace Lawyers
6+ YEARS IN TBR
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KELLY WORKPLACE LAWYERS

Level 2, 54 Victoria Street, Carlton,
Melbourne VIC 3053 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

Disciplinary Meetings General Protections Unfair Dismissals Enterprise Agreements Good Faith and Enterprise Bargaining Independent Contractors Intellectual Property Awards Nes and Entitlements Redundancies Bullying Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Workplace Training and Investigations Contracts Of Employment

Kelly Workplace Lawyers is dedicated to giving expert and timely advice on all issues relating to the workplace. Joseph Kelly, a Principal with extensive experience in commercial litigation and workplace law, advises employers and employees on all industrial relations and employment law issues. He is accredited as a specialist in Workplace Relations by the Law Institute of Victoria. Kelly Workplace Lawyers tailors its advice to achieve the best outcome and communicates with clients every step of the way to safely navigate workplace issues. With a vast and diverse range of experience, their award-winning team guarantees top-notch advice from the start. Kelly Workplace Lawyers is committed to delivering informed, fast, and accessible legal services at an affordable price. Clients speak directly to a workplace lawyer who provides prompt, accessible legal guidance. They also offer a no-win, no-fee arrangement in some instances.

2025 Update: They have over 30 years of combined experience, 14+ years in business, and 9+ years as a leading employment law firm.

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Doyles Guide Leading Employment Law Firm (employee & Trade Union Representation) - Victoria, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022
License ABN 27 147 454 797

Price:

Phone Consultation with Joseph Kelly (Principal):
55 minutes $660
In-Person Consultation with Joseph Kelly (Principal):
55 minutes $770
Phone Consultation with Greg Romeo (Senior Associate):
55 minutes $550

Contact:

1800 955 829

Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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