We are thrilled to announce that Cooper Grace Ward and two of our team members have been named finalists in the 2024 Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards. ...
We are thrilled to announce that Cooper Grace Ward and two of our team members have been named finalists in the 2024 Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards.
Cooper Grace Ward is proud to have been announced as a winner in the Human Resources Director (HRD) magazine’s Service Provider Awards for 2024.
The right to disconnect has now been introduced to Australian workplaces and there are practical steps employers can take to ensure compliance.
Several recent court decisions have tested the ‘right’ of employees to work remotely, providing further clarification for Australian employers.
As a result of the changes made to the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) in 2020, employers now have a positive duty to, as far as possible, eliminate workplace discrimination and sexual harassment.
The Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission has upheld the original decision of the Fair Work Commission that a personal care worker had the standing to bring an employee claim under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), despite two contracts that described her as an independent contractor.
Belinda has been recognised in the ‘Changemaker’ category, which honours lawyers who have demonstrated leadership and innovation, or have acted as catalysts for positive change within the profession, including in areas such as diversity, law firm management and education.
The Fair Work Commission has handed down its annual wage review decision for 2024. From 1 July 2024, the national minimum wage will increase to $915.90 per week.
This prestigious accolade reflects the team’s dedication and expertise in the realm of employment and industrial relations law.
Join us for a coffee chat with workplace relations and safety partner Belinda Winter and private clients partner Scott Hay-Bartlem as we delve into Belinda’s background, explore her life outside work, and discuss what gets her excited about her work in this candid conversation.
The High Court of Australia’s decision in Qantas Airways Limited v Transport Workers Union of Australia provides more certainty regarding the application of adverse action in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).
A $380,000 fine for Court Services Victoria demonstrates the consequences for employers who do not take steps to ensure their workplaces are conducive to the mental health of employees.
Cooper Grace Ward acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Fast, accurate and flexible entities including companies, self-managed superannuation funds and trusts.