Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements

While minimum employee entitlements (including those under modern awards) are protected by law, it is highly recommended that you formalise your employment relationships with written contracts. This can take the form of individual employment contracts with each employee, or an enterprise agreement negotiated between you and your employees and approved by the Fair Work Commission. Clear, well-drafted contracts safeguard both your business and your employees by explicitly outlining the rights and obligations of each party—helping to prevent misunderstandings during employment and providing clarity if disputes arise.

You may also choose to offer entitlements beyond the statutory minimums, positioning your business as an employer of choice and enhancing your appeal in the competitive labour market.

At MV Law, our experienced employment lawyers assist you in understanding your obligations and crafting tailored employment contracts that meet the specific needs of your business while ensuring compliance with applicable workplace laws and industry standards. Should disputes arise regarding an employee’s terms and conditions, we can help you develop an efficient and cost-effective strategy to resolve them.

Additionally, we provide advice and draft agreements for engaging workers other than employees—such as contractors or volunteers—ensuring that these arrangements are appropriate and legally sound for your business.

The MV difference

Empathetic team on your side

We know how devastating the effects of a work injury can be. We will listen to you and work with you. We will give you frank, plain-English advice about the strength of your claim. Speak to our expert employment lawyers.

Getting results from the claim process

We help you to understand your entitlements and make sure you receive them. We will work to get the best settlement outcome for you. If needed, we can help you in disputes about treatment approvals or other entitlements.

Fair and transparent fees

We give full and open disclosure of all legal costs. For appropriate matters, we offer ‘ no win no fee’ arrangements so you can secure our services without having to worry about paying up front.