Services

What we do at Unfairly Sacked · WA

We act for employees only. If you’ve been sacked, pushed to resign, or treated unfairly in the lead-up to losing your job in Western Australia, we can help you understand your options and take action.

Employee representation and advice

Our focus is on dismissal and termination issues for WA employees, including unfair dismissal and related disputes in the Fair Work Commission and other forums.

Key Service

Unfair dismissal claims

We assess your dismissal, explain your rights, and prepare and run unfair dismissal applications, including drafting the claim, responding to employer documents, and representing you in conciliation conferences.

Strict 21-day time limit Usually lodged in the Fair Work Commission, subject to coverage and eligibility.
Resignation under pressure

Forced resignation / constructive dismissal

If you felt you had “no choice but to resign” because of treatment at work, we can assess whether it may amount to a dismissal in law and advise whether an unfair dismissal or other claim is available.

Employees only Includes advice on resignation letters, timelines and next steps.
Redundancy

Redundancy, restructures and “not genuine” redundancy

We review redundancies to see if the role was genuinely no longer required, whether consultation obligations were met, and whether the process was fair. We can challenge sham redundancies and unfair selection for redundancy.

Review & challenge Focus on fairness of process and outcome.
Protections

General protections / adverse action (dismissal)

Where dismissal is linked to exercising a workplace right, making a complaint, or protected attributes (for example, illness or family responsibilities), we can advise on general protections (adverse action) dismissal applications.

Serious matters Time limits also apply – early advice is critical.
Before dismissal

Performance management, warnings and show-cause processes

Many dismissals begin with performance meetings, warnings or “show-cause” letters. We help you respond clearly and protect your position before things escalate to termination.

Early intervention Drafting responses, preparation for meetings, and strategy.
Workplace conduct

Bullying, harassment and treatment leading to exit

If bullying, harassment or unreasonable management action has led to you being pushed out, we can explore options including grievances, stop-bullying orders (where appropriate), or using that history to support an unfair dismissal or related claim.

Evidence-based approach We work with emails, messages, rosters and other documents.
Resolution

Settlement negotiations and deed review

We negotiate outcomes such as compensation, references and amendments to employment records, and we review settlement deeds to make sure you understand the releases, confidentiality clauses and future restrictions.

Practical outcomes Focus on workable, confidential resolutions where possible.
Advice only

One-off advice and strategy consultations

If you’re not sure what to do next, we offer stand-alone advice sessions to identify your options, key risks and likely outcomes, including whether it is worth lodging a formal claim.

Clarity first You can then decide whether to proceed and how.

How we work with you

Our aim is to give you clear, realistic advice quickly so you can decide what to do before strict time limits run out.

1
Initial contact and triage

You tell us the basics – who you worked for, what happened, and the date your employment ended (or when you resigned). We check key time limits and whether we are able to assist.

2
Case assessment and advice

We review your documents (for example, contract, letters, emails and messages) and outline your options, strengths and weaknesses of your matter, and potential outcomes, including settlement ranges where possible.

3
Representation and resolution

For cases we take on, we prepare and file applications, manage communication with your former employer or their representatives, and represent you in conciliation or negotiations, aiming for a fair, practical resolution.

Fees and no win – no fee

We understand that losing your job is stressful and financially difficult. Our fee structures are designed to be transparent and to reduce upfront cost for eligible unfair dismissal matters.

No win – no fee for eligible unfair dismissal matters For many unfair dismissal cases we offer a no win – no fee arrangement, meaning our professional fees are only payable if we are successful in resolving your claim (for example, by settlement or decision). We will always set out the terms clearly in writing before you sign anything.

For other types of work (such as advice-only consultations, general protections matters, deed reviews or complex litigation), we may use fixed fees or hourly rates depending on the nature and urgency of your matter. We will discuss this with you at the outset so there are no surprises.

Nothing on this page is legal advice. Every situation is different. Time limits apply and you should seek tailored advice about your specific circumstances as soon as possible.

Ready to get help with your dismissal?

If your employment has ended – or you feel like you’re being pushed out – in Western Australia, contact us for a no-obligation assessment. We act for employees only and can quickly tell you whether you may have grounds to challenge your dismissal.