The Commission facilitates the resolution of work-related matters which exist between parties, either by assisting them in conciliation, or by hearing and deciding issues. It provides a framework for industrial relations that is fair and balanced and supports the delivery of high-quality services, economic prosperity and social justice for Queenslanders. It plays a major role in contributing to the social and economic wellbeing of people throughout Queensland. The Commission is an independent tribunal. Employee or Employer Industrial Organisations.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service.You may, however, be able to obtain some advice and resources through the following services: Who would you recommend as a lawyer or industrial advocate?īecause the Commission is impartial, it is unable to make recommendations regarding representation. Representation is not compulsory, and it is up to you to decide if you wish to be represented. However, in relation to public sector appeals, a party may not be legally represented.įurthermore, Practice Direction 1 of 2023 (Parties or Persons Applying for Leave to be Represented by a Lawyer) outlines the process should a party or person wish to be legally represented in certain(not all) matters before the Commission.Ī Representation Information Sheet is available which outlines some further information around legal representation, when a Form 101 (Application for leave to be represented by a lawyer) and Form 102 (Response to application for leave to be represented by a lawyer) are required, generally when legal representation is and isn't allowed, and the steps you need to take should you wish to pursue representation.
Generally, in most instances, parties may be represented by a lawyer only if: The topic of legal representation is covered in sections 529, 530 and 530A of the Industrial Relations Act 2016. If you wish to be represented by an advocate, agent or industrial organisation, your representative will need to complete a Form 33 - Notice of appointment of agent. Parties are often represented by lawyers, an agent or industrial advocate, or an officer of a union. However, there are restrictions placed on when you can be represented by a lawyer (for more information, see below "Legal Representation"). Can I be represented by a lawyer or agent? For further information regarding when you can and cannot be represented, please refer to the Representation Information Sheet. Section 529 of the Industrial Relations Act 2016 deals with the issue of representation generally. If you are representing yourself in a hearing or conference before the Industrial Court or Commission, please refer to the " Fact Sheet - Tips for the Self Represented Litigant". Otherwise, if you are a private employer (otherwise known as a national system employer), or a current or past employee of a private employer (a national system employee), then you should contact the Fair Work Commission or the Fair Work Ombudsman for more information.
The jurisdiction of the Commission includes the following matters arising within Queensland: Can I apply or appeal to the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission?
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