If you are not represented by a lawyer or advocate

Information on what to do before starting or defending proceedings where you're representing yourself

Professional help

Court procedure can be complicated. You can find information on getting professional help and advice from a lawyer or employment law advocate, union or employers’ group, or as to change of representation.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

Information on how the Employment Court supports diversity and inclusion.

Media

You need to talk to the court registrar if you want to take notes or film, record, take photographs or use other broadcast media during a hearing.

Access to court documents

Information on accessing court documents, and searching the Employment Court register.

Our Courthouses – practical guidance

Information on some practical matters to assist you when you come to Court: location, transport, parking, refreshment options.

What happens during a hearing

Information about the courtroom protocol, how to address a judge, hearing process and presentation of evidence.

Judicial complaints process

Information on the judicial Complaints process. How to complain about the conduct of Judges and how complaints are assessed

Recusal Guideline

Information on Guidelines for determining issues about potential conflicts of interest, and the recusal process

Christmas Hours and emergency contacts

The Employment Court registries are closed from 5pm, Monday 23 December 2024 to 9am Monday 6 January 2025.

Christmas closures

What happens to timing when Court is closed, and within the Christmas period?

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