Availability and the responsible advocate are confirmed before professional engagement.
Questions to discuss
- What is the employment relationship and written scope?
- Is the issue salary, termination or another workplace concern?
- Is any internal process or notice already underway?
Documents to prepare
- Appointment and offer letters
- Payslips and payment records
- Policies and relevant correspondence
How the discussion may proceed
1
Organise facts and documents.
2
Confirm conflicts and the relevant professional scope.
3
Discuss the appropriate forum and possible next actions.
Scope and fees
Agree what is included, the professional fee, applicable taxes and approved expenses before work begins. Review, drafting, dispatch, filing and representation are separate tasks unless the engagement expressly includes them.