
Piper Alderman acts for major employers across the economy, with particular strength in advising large commercial organisations. The practice is led by Tim Capelin, an experienced advocate across employment, industrial relations, and WHS matters, while Emily Haar is recognised for her expertise in workforce management, hiring strategies, and workers’ compensation.
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Testimonials
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- 'Emily Haar is to be commended for her knowledge, client service, and the strength of support she provides to our business.'
- 'Special Counsel Emily Slaytor is our go-to employment lawyer. She is responsive, understands the critical issues for our business, and provides timely and effective advice. Her knowledge of employment matters is exceptional.'
- 'The team are great to deal with, and they provide excellent and knowledgeable legal services.'
- 'The team know employment law. They are responsive, clear in their advice, and understand how our business operates. They also recognise the need to resolve employment matters quickly and to close out all issues.'
- 'Piper Adelman are a down-to-earth, reliable firm that know employment law inside out. They give practical advice, are approachable and proactive, and help clients plan ahead to avoid issues before they arise.'
- 'The staff are very responsive and provide expert advice and strategies.'
- 'Shane Entriken provides clear and comprehensive employment dispute advice. He is available at short notice, and his guidance is always on point.'
- 'Ben Motro at Piper Adelman is a straight-up, practical adviser on workplace issues. He explains things clearly, sets out risks and options, and gives fair, realistic, and useful advice. He is easy to talk to, quick to respond, and part of a solid team focused on employment law.'
Key clients
- Flexy Services Pty Ltd (Impellam Group Limited)
Work highlights
Defended a multi-disciplinary recruitment and labour hire organisation successfully in a general protections claim involving dismissal, that was wrongly brought against the company in circumstances where the employee was never terminated.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Tim Capelin
Other key lawyers
Emily Haar; Emily Slaytor; Shane Entriken; Ben Motro
