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Kells focuses on getting claims resolved with the least impact on our clients as possible. Keeping clients out of court and resolving disputes in the least adversarial and mutually advantageous way is our priority. To achieve this, our team has experience in a range of mediation skills as well as access to external mediation facilities and legal and non-legal specialists. On those occasions where litigation through the courts is the most effective process for achieving resolution and compensation, Kells’ lawyers work with our clients to manage the conflict most effectively, at all times ensuring clients are kept up-to-date with progress and are fully informed. The employment lawyers at Kells take on industrial, occupational health and all other cases. Contact any of our offices in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Dapto, Thirroul and Sydney to make an appointment with one of our employment lawyers. The team is able to provide an extensive range of services, including: Representation and advocacy before the Fair Work Commission and the Industrial Relations Commission of NSW Compliance of policy training and safety documents Compliance with industrial relations and awards Discrimination and harassment resolution Employment contracts and contract arrangements Employees’ entitlements, rights and conditions Enterprise agreements Issues relating to outsourcing Disputes with Independent Contractors Occupation Health and Safety Act compliance Occupation Health and Safety Act prosecutions Strategic workplace relations advice Termination of employment negotiations and documentation Unfair dismissal and unlawful termination claims Workplace accidents resolution. Occupational Health and Safety Act prosecutions Kells’ has acted for numerous companies in defending and advising on prosecutions under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. We have successfully defended matters before the Chief Industrial Magistrate and regularly appear in the District Court of NSW. We have also been successful in pleas to the District Court in mitigation and have achieved for one of our corporate clients the very rare result of avoiding the entry of a conviction. Our approach is pragmatic and we take pride in providing advice to clients that can assist them in the early resolution of disputes and avoiding protracted and expensive issues. Issues relating to termination of employment Kells regularly appear in conciliations and hearings in the Fair Work Commission and aims to resolve disputes as early and effectively as possible. We have acted for applicants and respondents in numerous cases involving unfair dismissal, unlawful termination and adverse action. At Kells, we have you covered and your staff.

Our team has the depth and experience to enable us to address all your commercial disputes. We develop an understanding of your business and the issues it faces to ensure we are able to achieve the best result for you in a cost-effective manner. We know that our clients have different needs and we approach your dispute based on your unique situation and requirements. For some, disputes are a necessary element in the successful conduct of their business. For others, disputes can detract time, energy and resources away from their core activities. Kells’ has a keen appreciation that there are a myriad of ways of resolving disputes, both within and outside the court system. We pride ourselves on our ability to advise our clients on the various options available to them and reach commercially minded and practical solutions. Whilst we appreciate that litigation is not always the best option for our clients, when it is necessary, Kells’ has experienced and pragmatic litigators to represent you. We have experience in conducting litigation across a number of jurisdictions including local, state, federal and administrative forums. If you find yourself in a dispute or facing litigation, our experienced legal team of specialists will always be on hand to lend a hand. At Kells, you are our priority.

At Kells, we understand that a person’s property is one of their biggest investments. That is why we take great pride and care in providing a premium service and quality advice for a fixed price when taking care of our clients’ property transactions. The Kells conveyancing team is led by a NSW Law Society Accredited Specialist in Property Law and includes highly skilled lawyers, licensed conveyancers, paralegals and administrative staff located in all our offices across the Illawarra region for your convenience. We aim to provide certainty and peace of mind when you decide to buy or sell a property. Our advice is practical, tailored to your circumstances and conveyed in a language that you can understand, free of legal jargon. We also pride ourselves on being responsive to our clients’ needs and providing punctual advice. We understand that sometimes timing is crucial and we have the resources and years of experience to meet the varying demands which arise in property transactions, no matter how complex. You can trust us to look after all the paperwork and legal issues competently when buying or selling, allowing you to focus on the bigger picture. Our fixed fee conveyancing means that when buying or selling a property, you don’t have to worry about any hidden fees. The quote we provide you at the outset of your matter is inclusive of all government searches, settlement fees, bank cheque fees, agency fees, vendor search fees and certificates, and petty costs. You are guaranteed a premium level of service for a fixed price. That’s our promise to you, guaranteed in writing.

Kells acts for a range of clients in the property development sector. These clients range from individuals involved in smaller developments to corporate and government entities pursuing large, multi-million dollar commercial and residential developments, including those for the retail, aged care, resort/recreation and education sub-sectors. From planning to approval, construction to leasing, licencing and sales, Kells has the experience to support clients at every critical stage of the property development ‘life-cycle’. Commercially savvy, our team is focused on helping clients make deals and maximise their profits. We have extensive experience in drafting commercial agreements and tenders. We also have widespread skills in alternative dispute resolution and commercial litigation. Our contracts have sufficient detail, yet inbuilt flexibility. Our option documents enable developers to obtain an advantage over properties while they undertake due diligence. We use put and call options extensively to buy critical time and defer stamp duty.

Your Trusted Criminal Lawyers The Kells’ crime team are dedicated to protecting and enforcing our clients’ rights. We are available across Sydney and the Illawarra region 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0410 593 059 and our first consultation is free. Our team is guided by a former police officer and senior police prosecutor who has an unrivalled knowledge of court procedure having conducted countless hearings and bail applications bringing a level of insight that can only be obtained from years in a courtroom. Our team will strive to achieve the best possible result for you, regardless of the circumstances in which you find yourself. Our level of experience means we run a majority of our summary matters without the costly alternative of briefing barristers. When the time comes to brief counsel we have an excellent knowledge of strengths, experience and speciality to ensure the best results. Our team has extensive experience in all Jurisdictions of criminal law charges including, but not limited to: Drink driving Assault Sexual assault Firearms Drug offences Traffic offences (licencing appeals) Apprehended violence orders (AVOs) Theft and fraud. Our lawyers appear regularly in the Local Court, Children’s Court, District Court, Criminal Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and Coroners Court. Our level of experience means we run a majority of our summary matters without the costly alternative of briefing barristers. When the time comes to brief counsel we have an excellent knowledge of strengths, experience and speciality to ensure the best results.