Do Wellington employment lawyers handle public sector cases?

Yes, Wellington has many employment lawyers who specialize in public sector employment including government departments, Crown entities, and state sector organizations. They understand the unique policies and processes involved.

Where is the Employment Relations Authority in Wellington?

The Employment Relations Authority in Wellington is located in the central city. Hearings are held there for employment disputes that cannot be resolved through mediation. Appeals go to the Employment Court.

Employment Lawyers in Wellington

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Need an Employment Lawyer in Wellington?

Quick Answer: Wellington has a wide range of employment lawyers with strong public sector expertise. Hourly rates: $300-500. Personal grievance mediation: $4,000-12,000. ERA hearing: $12,000-35,000. Remember: 90-day deadline to raise grievances.

Typical Costs:

• Employment agreement review: $400-1,200
• Personal grievance mediation: $4,000-12,000
• ERA hearing representation: $12,000-35,000
• Employment Court appeal: $25,000-70,000

Wellington Specialties:

• Public sector: Government & Crown entity disputes
• State sector: Public Service Act matters
• Restructuring: Machinery of government changes
• Policy roles: Performance and conduct issues

60+

Employment Lawyers

90 Days

Grievance Deadline

$380/hr

Average Rate

Free

Initial Consultation

Employment Services

📋Employment Agreement Review
⚖️Personal Grievances
🏛️Public Sector Disputes
🔄Restructuring & Redundancy
🛡️Workplace Harassment
💰Wage & Holiday Pay Claims

Employment Forums

🏛️MBIE Mediation (Free)
🏛️Employment Relations Authority
🏛️Employment Court (Wellington)
🏛️Public Service Commission
📞Employment NZ Infoline

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an employment lawyer cost in Wellington?

Wellington employment lawyers charge $300-500/hour. Personal grievance mediation typically costs $4,000-12,000, or $12,000-35,000 for ERA hearings.

Do Wellington lawyers handle public sector cases?

Yes, Wellington has many specialists in public sector employment due to the concentration of government departments and Crown entities in the capital.

Where is the Employment Relations Authority?

The ERA in Wellington handles employment disputes that cannot be resolved through mediation. Appeals go to the Employment Court.

Expert Employment Law Services in Wellington

As New Zealand's capital and centre of government, Wellington has a unique employment law landscape. The city's employment lawyers have extensive experience with public sector employment matters, including government department restructuring, Crown entity disputes, and state sector employment agreements.

Wellington employment lawyers also handle private sector matters, with particular expertise in professional services, technology companies, and the creative industries that thrive in the capital.

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