Employment Contract
Review & Drafting
Your employment contract is the legal foundation of your working relationship. Whether you are an employee about to accept a new role, or an employer wanting your workforce engaged on terms that are enforceable, compliant, and commercially sound — getting the contract right at the outset is always less costly than correcting problems later. Atlas Lawyers Employment reviews, drafts, and advises on employment agreements across every industry and seniority level.
Many employees sign contracts without legal review and later discover that restraint of trade clauses prevent them from working in their field, or that key entitlements have been contracted out. A one-hour contract review can save years of legal and professional difficulty.
What We Check
- Compliance with the National Employment Standards (which cannot be waived)
- Correct application of the relevant Modern Award or enterprise agreement
- Scope and enforceability of post-employment restraints
- Confidentiality obligations — what is reasonable versus excessive
- Intellectual property ownership clauses
- Termination provisions, notice periods, and garden leave clauses
What We Draft
- Tailored agreements for full-time, part-time, and casual employees
- Independent contractor agreements that withstand sham contracting scrutiny
- Senior executive agreements with remuneration structures and KPIs
- Non-compete, non-solicit, and non-disclosure agreements
- Workplace policies — code of conduct, WHS, social media, and more
- Separation agreements and deeds of release
Document Types
Need a Contract Reviewed?
Whether you're signing or drafting, we'll make sure the terms protect your interests. Get clear advice before you commit.