Employment & Workplace Disputes
Unfair Dismissal Lawyers Melbourne
Melbourne unfair dismissal advice and Fair Work Commission representation, from urgent filing through to conciliation and hearing.
Understanding Unfair Dismissal
If you have been dismissed and the process was harsh, unjust or unreasonable, you may have a remedy through the Fair Work Commission. Unfair dismissal law is technical and time-sensitive. In most cases, the application must be lodged within 21 days of the dismissal taking effect, so the first question is not just whether the dismissal was unfair, but whether your rights can still be preserved in time.
Vitt Legal helps Melbourne employees assess eligibility, prepare applications, manage conciliation and, if needed, run the matter through to hearing. We also advise employers responding to claims and reviewing dismissal processes before they become expensive disputes.
What We Handle
How We Handle Your Matter
Urgent eligibility review
We assess timing, employment status, income threshold, minimum employment period and whether the dismissal may fall outside unfair dismissal jurisdiction.
Application and response strategy
We prepare the application or response with a clear factual theory and supporting documents.
Conciliation
We negotiate strategically, using the strengths and weaknesses of the case to pursue a practical outcome.
Hearing preparation
If the matter does not resolve, we prepare evidence, witness material and submissions for a defended hearing.
Why Choose Vitt Legal
We focus quickly on eligibility, limitation issues and remedy prospects
We prepare matters with the hearing in mind, even when aiming for early resolution
We provide realistic advice about reinstatement, compensation and settlement value
We understand both the employee and employer side of dismissal disputes
Related Legal Services
Legal matters often intersect with other areas of law. Explore these related services:
Free Tools for Unfair Dismissal
The 21-day deadline matters
If you think your dismissal was unfair, get advice immediately so your claim position is protected before time runs out.
Useful Resources
Frequently Asked Questions: Unfair Dismissal
Expert Legal Help
The 21-day deadline matters
If you think your dismissal was unfair, get advice immediately so your claim position is protected before time runs out.