I R Thompson Associates Ltd is a Christchurch based employment law firm specializing in helping employees and employers navigate workplace law. With more than 40 years of combined experience, the team provides expert guidance on unfair dismissals, personal grievances, and other complex employment matters, delivering clear assessments, practical advice and transparent fee options. They also offer finance options and access to legal aid where appropriate.

The firm maintains a reputation for professional, empathetic client service and confidential handling of sensitive matters. As long standing members of ELINZ, they follow a code of conduct and stay up to date on employment law developments to ensure clients receive current and accurate guidance. Their approach emphasizes practical solutions over unnecessary litigation.

I R Thompson Associates represent both employees and employers in mediation, the Employment Relations Authority and the Employment Court, seeking fair outcomes through careful investigations, strong advocacy and effective negotiations. They provide a free initial consultation to employees and work to support clients through every stage of a dispute with clarity and respect.

About I R Thompson Associates Ltd (unfair dismissal)

Founded in 1997


Practice areas
Employment & Labor
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Employment & Labor

I R Thompson Associates specialises in employment law for employees and employers, focusing on unfair dismissals, personal grievances, disciplinary processes, redundancy and employment agreements. The team brings more than 40 years of combined experience to each case, providing practical advice, transparent options and a client focused approach throughout mediation, negotiations and hearings.

Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Lawsuits & Disputes

The firm handles dispute resolution in mediation, the Employment Relations Authority and the Employment Court, offering skilled advocacy for both employees and employers. Their service emphasises efficient, cost mindful dispute resolution and thorough preparation for hearings and negotiations.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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