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      <image:caption>We understand the mindset and concerns that business owners face managing employees and legal claims that may occur. When working with Optimum Legal, you can guarantee that our team always has our clients' best interests in mind, and offers expert advice and legal representation with a favourable fee structure.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Legal Representation - Our Legal Representation includes, but is not limited to defending workplace claims of:</image:title>
      <image:caption>Unfair Dismissal Bullying and Harassment Sexual Harassment Discrimination General Protections Adverse Action</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/workplace-investigations</loc>
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      <image:title>Workplace Investigations - Workplace Investigations</image:title>
      <image:caption>When issues such as bullying and harassment, discrimination, inappropriate behaviour and other areas of misconduct occur in the workplace, it can be complex for employers to navigate and investigate to protect the integrity of their business and employees. That’s why we’re here to help.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Workplace Investigations - Our team can complete external Workplace Investigations for claims including, but not limited to:</image:title>
      <image:caption>Bullying or victimisation Sexual harassment Theft and fraud Workplace assault Inappropriate workplace behaviour Refusal to carry out lawful and reasonable instructions and work duties</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/employee-management</loc>
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      <image:title>Employee Management - Employee Management</image:title>
      <image:caption>At Optimum Legal, we can assist you as an employer with the legal aspects of managing your employees, from actions to take to manage underperforming staff to drafting employment documentation.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee Management - We offer the following employee management services:</image:title>
      <image:caption>Basic HR advisory services Drafting employment documentation and contracts Developing and implementing company policies Managing underperforming staff Audit and review of workplace processes/documents Ensure compliance with modern awards, employee wage entitlements and employment law updates Enterprise bargaining negotiations</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/optimum-legal-industrial-relations-employment-law-and-hr-advisory</loc>
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      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed736bca2135b0dc76df867/244ee3ca-561d-4546-8f4a-9b0129d7d415/contractor.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - About Optimum Legal Solutions</image:title>
      <image:caption>Optimum Legal is dedicated to being your go-to for legal advice relating to all areas of industrial relations, employment law, and HR advisory. We are committed to providing expert legal services to individuals and businesses in our community, regardless of their financial situation. Our team works with a diverse portfolio of clients from large corporations to individuals and values the long-standing business relationships we have developed together.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - Our Philosophy &amp; Culture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Optimum Legal’s philosophy is client-centric. We recognise that: ✓ Our clients are our business ✓ Our client’s situations and needs are unique ✓ Our client’s success is crucial ✓ Our relationships are long - term</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Optimum Legal - Industrial relations, Employment Law, and HR Advisory. - “Our community benefits from the protection of rights to fair pay, equal opportunity and safe working conditions.”</image:title>
      <image:caption>Optimum Legal</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/employee</loc>
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      <image:title>Employee - Employee Rights</image:title>
      <image:caption>At Optimum Legal, we understand the challenges that employees face in today's workplace environment. Our comprehensive range of services is specifically tailored to support you throughout your employment journey. Whether you're navigating complex employment contracts, facing workplace disputes, or seeking legal advice on employment rights and obligations, our skilled team is here to assist you. With a focus on delivering personalised solutions and dedicated representation, we strive to empower employees to achieve fair and just outcomes in their professional endeavours. At Optimum Legal, your success and well-being are our top priorities.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Work Place Health and Safety Assisting with workplace health and safety processes and proceedings</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Litigation Assistance and representation at Courts and Tribunals in relation to workplace matters</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Workplace Investigations Advice &amp; Support During Workplace Investigations, including responses to allegations and show cause responses</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Underpayments Assistance in recovering underpaid wages and entitlements.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Discrimination Law/ Human Rights Age, Race and Sex Discrimination claims, sexual harassment, support through and commencing proceedings</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed736bca2135b0dc76df867/6d1f84a4-fbf1-485d-ba08-daef07fc4824/contract.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Employment Contract Reviewing &amp; Negotiating Employment Contracts, Breach of Contract Proceedings, restraint and breach of confidentiality advice and representation</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Employee Rights Workplace rights, General Protections claims, Leave Entitlements, recovery of wages, including identifying workplace rights and enforcing those rights</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disciplinary Law AHRPA, OHO, and other disciplinary and conduct matters for professionals, such as show cause processes and registration action</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employee - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Dismissals Unfair Dismissal &amp; Unlawful Terminations, adverse action involving dismissal and discrimination dismissals</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/employer</loc>
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    <lastmod>2024-05-10</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Employer - Employer Rights</image:title>
      <image:caption>At Optimum Legal, we grasp the perspective and apprehensions employers encounter while handling staff and navigating the potential risks of workplace conflicts and legal challenges. By collaborating with Optimum Legal, you can rest assured that our team consistently prioritises our clients' welfare, providing adept guidance and legal advocacy in safeguarding against various claims, all complemented by a beneficial fee arrangement.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Workplace Obligations Clear advice on legislation, general protections and other employer responsibilities, such as bullying, sexual harassment and psychosocial hazards, as well as Fair Work Commission and Court representation</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Industrial Relations Extensive experience with industrial dispute resolution &amp; Enterprise Agreement bargaining, including representation</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Dismissal Advice and representation for dismissal related complaints, unfair dismissal claims, general protections claims and discrimination complaints</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Post Employment Restraints Restraints Guidance, advice on drafting and implementing post- contractual obligations, such as confidentiality, non-solicitation and restraint of trade clauses, including litigation to enforce an employers rights</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Workplace Investigations Expert advice on all aspects of misconduct and workplace investigations, including conducting investigations</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Governance Advice Expert guidance in respect of governance obligations, including of Boards, Incorporated Associations, obligations of board and committee members, workplace health and safety and other training and guidance</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Employment Agreements Expert guidance related to Awards, Employment Agreements, Employment Contracts and Independent Contractor Agreements</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Employer - UNDERSTAND YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AS AN EMPLOYER</image:title>
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    <loc>https://www.optimumlegal.com.au/contractor</loc>
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    <lastmod>2024-05-10</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Contractor - Contractor Rights</image:title>
      <image:caption>At Optimum Legal, we recognise the unique needs and challenges faced by contractors in today's dynamic work environment. Whether you're an independent contractor or part of a contracting team, our dedicated services are designed to support you every step of the way. From contract review and negotiation to dispute resolution and legal representation, we offer comprehensive assistance to ensure that your rights and interests are protected. Our experienced team understands the intricacies of contractor agreements and strives to provide personalised solutions that align with your specific goals and circumstances. With Optimum Legal by your side, you can focus on your work with confidence, knowing that you have reliable legal support behind you.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Independent Contractor Agreements Reviewing and Negotiating Contracts, providing advice in respect of your rights and responsibilities as a contractor</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Contractor - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Litigation &amp; Advice Pursing underpayments, Breach of Contract Proceedings, and, responding to allegations of breaches of restraints</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Contractor - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Rights &amp; Responsibilities Understand Your Rights &amp; Responsibilities as a Contractor</image:caption>
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