Queensland Law Society presents

First File Seminar: Employment Law – Unfair Dismissal

Thursday 1 March 2012, 8:00am–9:30am
Law Society House, 179 Ann Street
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Overview

1.5 CPD points

This seminar provides delegates with practical tools and tips in relation to running an unfair dismissal case. Topics explored include:

  • unfair dismissal as specified in the Fair Work Act 2009
  • when is a dismissal of an employee classified as ‘unfair’
  • what happens after a dismissal
  • who can make an unfair dismissal application, and who cannot?
  • dispute resolution.

Course code: 120301

8:00am–9:30am
What is unfair dismissal and the relevant protocols (Paper)

David Miller, Legal Practitioner Director for Ai Group Legal, steps through the unfair dismissal process including:

  • unfair dismissal as specified in the Fair Work Act 2009
  • when is dismissal of an employee classified as ‘unfair’?
  • who can make an unfair dismissal application, and who cannot?
    • how is the application initiated?
    • when can an extension of time be successfully sought?
    • who is a ‘small business employer’ and what difference does it make?
  • federal and the state systems contrasted
  • the application process of an unfair dismissal claim
  • dispute resolution.
  • Speaker: David Miller – National Manager - Workplace Legal Services, The Australian Industry Group
  • Chair: Jill Hignett – Partner, HR Law and Accredited Specialist - Workplace Relations (Qld)

Featured Speakers

  • Jill Hignett
    Partner, HR Law and Accredited Specialist - Workplace Relations (Qld)
  • David Miller
    National Manager - Workplace Legal Services, The Australian Industry Group