Introducing Our
Employment Law Team
Dominic is a third-generation partner at Tonkin Drysdale Partners. He leads our Civil Litigation team and is sought after to act in wills and estate disputes.
Dominic also has significant experience in Employment Law, Commercial Law, Personal Injury Law, Environment and Planning Law, and other civil disputes. Dominic is well regarded for estate planning, and residential and commercial conveyancing services.
Dominic conducts matters in the NSW Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, Federal Court, District Court, Federal Circuit and Family Court, Fair Work Commission, Personal Injury Commission, Land and Environment Court, NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Local Court.
Dominic’s grandfather Philip founded the firm in 1958 and his father Paul is a current Partner.
Dominic is a Director of SCG Cricket and honorary solicitor to a number of local sporting and registered clubs.
Away from the office, Dominic enjoys time with his wife Megan and their young family at the Coast’s great beaches, cafes and restaurants, or keenly supporting one of his many sporting interests. Dominic is a member of the Australian Lawyers Cricket Council and represented the successful Australian team at the 2019 Lawyers Cricket World Cup in New Zealand.
Joining the firm in 2023, Kurtis is part of our Commercial, Employment and Personal Injury Law and Civil Litigation teams at Tonkin Drysdale Partners and brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to the firm.
Kurtis has previously gained experience in litigious and non-litigious matters in commercial, insolvency and employment law. Prior to commencing his legal studies, Kurtis moved to London at the age of 19. During this time and upon settling back in Australia, Kurtis obtained experience in a range of industries prior to commencing his legal career, including construction and hospitality. Kurtis believes this makes him approachable whilst providing informed and calculated advice to clients.
Outside of work, you will find Kurtis playing golf on one of the Coast’s many courses, watching cricket in the summer months and following the Newcastle Knights in the winter months.
TDP regularly provides advice and representation to both employees and employers in this continually evolving area of law.
Whether you are an employee looking for advice from an expert team of employment lawyers, or a business owner seeking an experienced employment lawyer, TDP can help.
Employment lawyers Central Coast residents have trusted since 1958
Workplace issues can often lead to disputes or Court action in relation to termination of employment or contracts; wage or other financial entitlement claims; or working conditions and leave entitlements.
We understand how difficult it can be for employers or employees to understand their rights and entitlements in many situations.
Our team of Employment lawyers on the Central Coast provide practical advice on workplace problems:
- Reviewing and drafting employment agreements and contracts
- Unfair dismissal claims
- General Protections Claims
- Workplace discrimination, bullying and harassment claims
- Termination of Employment
- Redundancy entitlements
- Claims for unpaid leave or other entitlements
- Rights of employees on a sale of a business
- Work Health and Safety Issues
- Superannuation claims
There are strict time limits imposed by legislation during which you must commence proceedings for most workplace claims. It is vital for employees and employers to be fully aware of their respective rights and obligations.
If you are looking for expert advice from an employment and redundancy lawyer, contact TDP’s Employment Law team today.
News on Employment law Central Coast
Blog article: Employee and employer rights during the COVID-19 crisis
Blog article: Changes to employer obligations regarding annual salaries
Blog article: The serious issue of underpaying staff
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