Labour Law Expertise

Our Services

Comprehensive labour and employment law representation — from the boardroom to the bargaining table to the courtroom.

01

Unfair Dismissal &
Retrenchment

Losing your job unfairly is one of the most disruptive events in anyone's professional life. We rigorously assess the procedural and substantive fairness of your termination, and fight for the remedy you deserve.

  • Unfair dismissal referrals to the CCMA
  • Operational requirements dismissals (retrenchment)
  • Constructive dismissal matters
  • Incapacity and misconduct dismissals
  • Protected disclosure (whistleblower) dismissals
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02

CCMA & Labour Court
Representation

Navigating the CCMA or the Labour Court requires precise procedural knowledge and skilled advocacy. We provide full representation from referral to award enforcement.

  • CCMA conciliation and arbitration
  • Labour Court urgent applications
  • Labour Appeal Court matters
  • Section 197 transfers and business sales
  • Review applications of CCMA awards
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03

Employment Contracts
& Workplace Policies

Well-drafted employment contracts and workplace policies are your first line of defence against costly disputes. We draft, review, and update documentation for employers of all sizes.

  • Employment contracts and offer letters
  • Disciplinary codes and grievance procedures
  • Leave policies and remuneration structures
  • HR policy manuals
  • Non-compete and restraint of trade clauses
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04

Workplace Discrimination
& Harassment

South Africa's Employment Equity Act and the Constitution protect every worker from unfair discrimination. We hold employers accountable and help organisations build equitable, dignified workplaces.

  • Race, gender, disability discrimination claims
  • Sexual harassment investigations
  • Employment Equity Act compliance advisory
  • Equal pay for equal work claims
  • Accommodation of religious or cultural practices
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05

Collective Bargaining
& Strike Advisory

We advise on union recognition, collective agreement negotiations, and the lawful management of industrial action.

  • Union recognition and organisational rights disputes
  • Collective agreement drafting and negotiation
  • Strike management and interdict applications
  • Picket rules and secondary strike advice
  • Lockout procedures
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06

Disciplinary Hearings
& Investigations

We chair hearings, represent employees, and guide employers through the entire disciplinary process with confidence and procedural fairness.

  • Chairing of disciplinary hearings
  • Employee representation at hearings
  • Misconduct investigations
  • Incapacity hearings (poor performance)
  • Grievance procedures and appeals
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