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About our employment law practice

Employment law plays a central role in how organisations function and how individuals progress their careers. Because of this, workplace matters are often commercially significant, highly personal, and time-sensitive. Our employment specialists provide clear, strategic advice when it matters most and are independently recognised by Doyle’s Guide among Queensland’s leading practitioners.

Our team works with clients across industries, including hospitality, tech, construction, and professional services, advising both employers and employees. Combining technical expertise with practical thinking, we help clients protect their interests and navigate workplace matters with confidence.

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Employment issues often require quick judgment, careful process, and advice that accounts for both legal exposure and practical workplace realities. We help employers and employees respond strategically to disputes, disciplinary issues, terminations, and broader workplace risk, with a focus on protecting position while working toward commercially and personally workable outcomes.

Specialists and practitioners

Ruby Nielsen

Senior Associate
07 3741 0151
rnielsen@osullivansneddon.law

Xuemei (Sophie) Bai

Lawyer
07 3741 0116
sbai@osullivansneddon.law

FAQs

When should I speak with an employment lawyer?

As early as possible. Many employment issues are time-sensitive, and early advice can materially affect strategy, process, and outcome for both employers and employees.

Can employment disputes be resolved without going to court?

Yes. Many workplace disputes are resolved through internal processes, negotiation, conciliation, or tribunal processes without needing to proceed to a final hearing or court determination.

How do employment lawyers help businesses manage employment risk?

We help businesses by providing advice on contracts, policies, performance management, disciplinary processes, restructures, dismissals, workplace complaints, and broader compliance issues before they escalate into disputes.

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