Expert Guidance. Peace of Mind. Unlimited Access.
Our Employment Law Retainer Package gives Australian businesses ongoing access to expert workplace legal advice. Led by Director Jonathan Mamaril, we provide strategic HR and legal guidance before issues arise—not just when you’re in crisis mode.
Education. Advisory. Solve Your Problems.
These are the three main ways we help employers and HR teams navigate day-to-day and complex employment law issues
What’s Included in Your Retainer Package
Comprehensive employment law support designed for Australian businesses
Speak with a senior lawyer anytime for reactive and proactive guidance with full legal professional privilege
Review and advice on employment contracts and contractor agreements
Expert advice on workplace injuries and return-to-work strategies
Guidance on managing risks of unfair dismissal and general protections claims
Review and development of workplace policies to keep you compliant
Advice on managing mental illness and psychosocial hazards in the workplace
Strategic guidance on performance management and disciplinary processes
Clear advice on awards and enterprise agreement obligations
Expert support managing wage disputes and employee claims
Package Details
6 hours
Monthly advice cap
(reasonable hours)
12 months
Retainer duration for consistent support
$2,000
Per month
fixed investment
Trusted by Employers and HR Teams
Fast, commercial, and practical advice — straight from the people we work with.
Before engaging South Geldard’s Proactive Legal Package, we were often hesitant to pick up the phone because every legal question felt like it would trigger another bill.
The retainer changed that completely.
Having direct access to Jonathan and his team has given our HR function confidence to deal with complex workplace issues quickly and properly. Whether it is performance management, contract issues, restructures or difficult employee conduct matters, we now get fast, practical employment law advice when we need it.
What stands out is that the advice is commercial, not just technical. They understand HR realities, practical business pressures and risk.
The retainer has become an extension of our HR team and has materially improved our decision-making.
Head of People & Culture, LSKD
As a growing business, employment law issues were becoming more frequent and more complex.
The South Geldard retainer gives us certainty. Instead of waiting until a problem becomes expensive, we get proactive advice early.
That has saved us significant time, management stress and potential legal exposure.
What I value most is responsiveness. We get clear answers quickly and can make decisions with confidence.
For any employer wanting practical workplace law support without the cost of an in-house lawyer, this retainer delivers real value.
General Manager People and Development, Carers QLD
Local government employment issues can be complex, sensitive and highly scrutinised.
South Geldard’s Proactive Legal Package has provided our People & Culture team with fast access to strategic workplace law advice across disciplinary matters, investigations, performance issues and governance challenges.
Jonathan and his team understand the realities of working in the public sector and provides advice that is legally sound, practical and commercially aware.
The service has been invaluable.
Manager, People, Culture and Safety, Mount Isa City Council
Fast, practical and commercially focused. South Geldard’s Proactive Legal Package feels like having an in-house workplace lawyer on speed dial.
People and Progression Manager, Atlantic Digital
Strong History. Exciting Future.
With a proven track record of more than 60 years, we are committed to a clear and proactive approach. Our longevity is a testament to our consistent delivery of favourable outcomes for our clients.
Led by South Geldard Director Jonathan Mamaril, we provide the strategic support you need to build and maintain a thriving workplace which provides the platform for business growth.
