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Unfair dismissal & unfair labour practices
CCMA conciliation and arbitration, Labour Court review proceedings.
South Africa's labour law framework is complex, shaped by the country's constitutional commitment to fair labour practices and a detailed statutory regime including the Labour Relations Act, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and the Employment Equity Act.
We assist corporate clients, SMEs, HR leaders and individuals in navigating workplace disputes, disciplinary processes, restructuring, and executive appointments with discretion and commercial clarity.
Our approach combines practical risk management with an understanding of the operational realities faced by businesses in regulated and competitive sectors.
Representative engagements across this practice area. Each mandate is scoped and priced individually following a conflict check and consultation.
CCMA conciliation and arbitration, Labour Court review proceedings.
Drafting charges, chairing enquiries, and managing performance and illness incapacity.
Section 189 consultations, selection criteria and severance negotiation.
Executive agreements, restraint of trade, remote work and disciplinary codes.
Negotiated exits, fiduciary duties and post-employment obligations.
Misconduct, harassment and whistleblower-aligned enquiries.
A clear, staged process that prioritises early strategy, transparent communication and disciplined execution.
We review the facts, applicable instruments and procedural posture to identify risk and options.
We agree a clear mandate, fee structure and communication plan before action is taken.
CCMA, bargaining council or Labour Court representation with focused, commercial advocacy.
Settlement, award enforcement or policy remediation to reduce future exposure.
Common questions about this practice area. These answers are general information and do not constitute legal advice.
The first conversation is the most important. We approach every enquiry with discretion, independence and a focus on practical outcomes.
Professional Notice
Please do not submit confidential documents, privileged material, detailed personal information, or sensitive case facts through this website. A conflict check and formal mandate must be completed before legal representation is confirmed. Information on this website is for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.