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Welcome to the November edition of the Bailiwick Legal newsletter.
This newsletter is for our clients, friends of our practice and special interest groups.
In this edition we continue our series of employment law articles with the essentials you need to include in an emlpoyment agreement, and share some insight into the debt recovery process.
We hope you find our articles helpful and enjoy this newsletter. |
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What should you include in a written employment agreement?
An employment agreement exists within every employment relationship, however, without a
written employment agreement, uncertainties may arise as to the rights and obligations of both parties. Having assisted many clients with employment related disputes, usually at the end of the relationship, we understand how important it is that both parties are clear about their rights and obligations from the beginning.... Read More »
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The debt recovery process - Part 1: Your first point of call
Is your business losing money because clients don’t pay on time or at all? Is your debt recovery system failing to recover the money owed to you? If so, Bailiwick Legal can help. With the new financial year having just commenced and the end of the calendar year right about the corner, this time of the year is a common time for debt recovery action to be taken. However, businesses should be mindful as to the approach taken to recover due and owing monies.... Read More »
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RRR Network luncheon
On Tuesday 15th October the Bailiwick Legal team and their guests joined the RRR Network of WA to celebrate the International Day of Rural Women with more than 100 people at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre to discuss
Breaking the Mould on Gender Equality. There was tasty food and Margaret River wine, and attendees included politicians, media, large and small business owners, executives, RRR members and students. It was a huge success and we got to hear from influential leaders in the public and private sectors. Guest speakers included the Hon. Alannah MacTiernan, the Hon. Simone McGurk, Alison Terry, Tim Day, Michael McNutty and Tania Cecconi.
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WA Regional Tourism Conferrence Karratha
Jess and Kim journeyed to Karratha for the annual WA Regional Tousim Conference hosted by the Tourism Council WA. The 3-day conference held over 16th to 18th September was attended by Tourism operators from across WA. The event included the Aboriginal Tourism Conference, speakers and panellists from across Australia. Attendees also enjoyed an amazing dinner under the stars with an evening mudflats tour arranged by the amazing Clinton Walker of Ngurrangga Tours. |
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TCWA Perth Airport Western Australian Tourism Awards 2019
The Bailiwick Legal team attended the Tourism Awards on 9th November presented by the Tourism Council WA. The Awards celebrate and recognise business excellence, innovation and professionalism in tourism.
This event followed the TCWA Finals Fever on 26th September where the finalists were announced and we got to applaud and congratulate all the deserving nominees. The nominees represent the best of the tourism industry from all over WA, including major tourist attractions and festivals through to ecotourism, cultural tourism, experiences and operators. Winners of this year's Awards were announced over the gala dinner considered to be the tourism industry's night of nights.
Congratulations to the Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures - The Horizontal Hotel, the gold medal winner of the Unique Accommodation category, proudly sponsored by Bailiwick Legal. Well done also to the finalists of the category - Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge, Kimberley Coastal Camp, and Kimberley Quest. We were glad to be there to cheer and celebrate with you.
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TCWA Xmas Tipple
As we wind down for yet another busy year, Bailiwick Legal will be joining tourism industry businesses at the annual Tourism Council WA Xmas Tipple on the 2nd December. It will be a good opportunity to reflect and celebrate another year of hard work with some local beverages, great food and a visit from Santa! |
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Meet Jessica Brunner, our Business Manager and general all rounder in the Bailiwick Legal team.
Jess has a background in industrial relations, human resources, business management and development accumulated over an eclectic work history, starting in the deep end at the Chamber of Commence and Industry, standing up to Unions during her time at Burswood Casino, running her own art studio, adjusting to the alternative business environment of UWA, to finally being thrown in head first to building and running a law firm!
As well as running the administrative arms of Bailiwick Legal, Jess undertakes human resource consulting work for clients, assists with workplace reviews, policies and documentation, and workplace investigations and disciplinary procedures. She is also a qualified conveyancer and undertakes all settlement and property transactions and transfers on behalf of our clients.
Jess is currently working towards her MBA specialising in Human Resources whilst supporting her daughter through ATAR. When she is not studying she loves to paint, is a novice apiarist, a keen gardener and a fan of classic oldies radio stations.
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