Christchurch Employment Law

Experienced Employment Advocate’s

Before you call that expensive Barrister, Union, Solicitor, or Christchurch Employment Lawyer, call us. We have experienced Employment Advocates with excellent win results and knowledge about unfair dismissals in Christchurch. Employers and employees call us first when you are needing legal advice on any employment issue. We provide advice on unfair dismissals, personal grievances, and any other employment issues you may be facing.

We are the premier employment advocates in Christchurch and NZ, IR Thompson provides employment law advice NZ wide without the large costs that big law firms charge. You can count on us to provide speedy resolution to your employment problem without the need to employ an expensive Christchurch employment lawyer at huge rates. We offer a free consultation to provide advice if you have a case or personal grievance. We provide employment advice on employment agreements, personal grievances, unfair dismissal’s, sexual harassment, bullying, stress at work, restructuring, redundancy, trial periods and disciplinary meetings.

Ask yourself, do you need legal advice on employment law in Christchurch? What is an unfair dismissal?

We can fix your employment problem or give employment law advice on:

  • Dismissals
  • Redundancies
  • Personal grievances
  • Employment contracts/employment agreements
  • Employers and employees
  • Legal aid providers
  • Disciplinary meetings
  • Redundancy compensation

Count on us

I.R Employment Law

We are a family-run business and promise to deliver prompt and effective advice.
We understand the emotions of employment-related problems and the stress you are experiencing. We will guide you through the difficult times… you can count on us.

We are members of The Employment Law Institute of New Zealand. ELINZ regulates how Employment Law professionals perform. As a member, you can trust that we comply with professional standards and ELINZ code of conduct. ELINZ Code of Conduct – ELINZ – The Employment Law Institute of NZ

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Redundancy Law

Times are tough, but an employer can’t simply hand a letter to an employee, or text or email them to terminate their employment. Redundancy Law in NZ is complicated so call us.

An employer must follow a process that is legal and fair. If you have been dismissed because of redundancy, or if you need to make employees redundant, call us first. 

I.R Employment Law - Redundancy

Are you seeking advice on redundancy law, redundancy pay, employment contracts, free legal advice in Christchurch, or employment law advice? You can count on us to give you specialist employment law advice in a speedy and professional manner. Redundancy law in NZ is complicated and needs good advocacy from people you can trust and that care. Ask yourself are you wanting an expensive Barrister, high charging Solicitor, or Christchurch Employment Lawyer from some large firm that doesn’t care about your wants and needs. We have been supplying employment law advice to employees and employers for decades in Christchurch.

We care and we are trusted, call us 03 383 9988. We are located at 28 Travis Road Burwood with lots of parking. Robert Thompson Director.

We help in Christchurch with Unfair Dismissal claims, unfair redundancy dismissals or employment law advice in Christchurch. When you ring us for evidence of billing or obtaining instructions calls are recorded.

Wrongful Dismissals (unfair dismissals)

If you have been dismissed you may have recourse against your former employer. An employer must have a fair and valid reason to dismiss an employee. An employer is also required to follow a fair and reasonable process. Prior to a dismissal an investigation must take place. As part of the disciplinary process, an employee must be given prior notice of a meeting where they can give their side of the story.

An employee must receive prior notification of the allegations, possible outcomes, and the fact that they are entitled to be represented. Failure to follow this process will be unfair. If you think you have been unfairly dismissal call us today.

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Teague Kruger
24 August 2026
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I highly recommend Jacob at IR Thompson. He was consistently professional, efficient, informative and compassionate, and was generous with both his time and advice. During an incredibly stressful period, Jacob provided calm, reassuring guidance and a clear plan, following through every step of the way. I am extremely grateful for his expertise and support, and would have no hesitation recommending his services to others. Thank you Jacob!
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Rosie Fisher
22 July 2026
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Jacob did a terrific job of putting my case forward to my ex employer and their lawyer and when the settlement payment was delayed he kept following up until it was all finalised. Great effort! Thanks Jacob
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Vern Bailey
29 June 2026
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A very positive outcome. Found Graeme most helpful and clearly knowledgeable, as he guided us through the process.
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Jamie Giddens
29 June 2026
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Jacob was absolutely brilliant. He made the process so smooth, easy and professional. For such a difficult time in my life, he made it seamless. Don’t go anywhere else!
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Eduardo Santos
18 June 2026
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I am very grateful to Graeme for his guidance and support. He was honest, professional, and easy to talk to, taking the time to explain everything clearly and helping me through a challenging situation. I highly recommend Graeme and the team at I. R. Thompson Associates to anyone needing trustworthy legal advice.
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Brian Gibson
20 March 2026
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I can't recommend Jacob highly enough! He provided exceptional support during a challenging time. Jacob was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly compassionate. His guidance made a significant difference, and I am truly grateful for his help.
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Ronnie Holt
12 March 2026
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Have worked with Graeme and Robert over the past 5 years, good helpful team that would recommend to anyone.
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Jon
11 March 2026
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Fantastic company and people. Got me the result l wanted. Would highly recommend.
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Gemma Devlin
3 February 2026
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I can’t recommend Jacob highly enough. He acted as my employment lawyer and resolved a dispute for me very promptly and efficiently. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and clear in his advice, which made a stressful situation much easier to deal with. The matter was handled quickly and effectively, and I was extremely happy with the service and the outcome. Thank you, Jacob.
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Karyn Gibson
29 November 2025
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Recently I had Chrissie act on my behalf and I can’t speak highly enough of her. She was amazing, very professional but she also has a great personality and we had a lot of laughs. Most importantly she achieved a favourable outcome so many thanks Chrissie.
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Jeremy Goddin
16 November 2025
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Highly recommended. Experienced, pragmatic, quick, fair. Excellent support.
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Anthony Bloxham
23 October 2025
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The team at IR Thompson are principled, pragmatic professionals who have out performed our expectations in anything to do with employment law. I have no hesitation in recommending them. Keep up the good work Graeme.
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Bert Hamilton
8 October 2025
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The team at I R Thompson have been (and still are!) excellent for our business. We could not have got to were we are without them! thanks team!
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Charlise
16 September 2025
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Awesome to deal with fast and super nice to talk to over the phone thank you heaps 😁
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The Broken Movement Trust
12 August 2025
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We are incredibly grateful to IR Thompson Associates Limited, and in particular our Legal Representative, Graeme Nelson, for his outstanding service. Graeme provided professional, personalised, and compassionate advice, support and guidance. His personable approach and genuine support for our organisation’s mission and vision made a challenging situation much easier to navigate. Throughout the process, he maintained exceptional communication, ensuring we were informed, reassured, and confident every step of the way. Graeme’s professionalism, empathy, and dedication turned what could have been a stressful situation into a constructive and positive resolution. We wholeheartedly recommend his services to any organisation or person seeking legal representation who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely cares about the people and the cause. Thanks Graeme and Team!