Gus Hardie Boys

Gus is an Associate in Cowell Clarke’s Employment and Workplace Relations team. 

Gus is an experienced employment lawyer with a strong background in advising employers on all aspects of workplace law. Having previously practised in New Zealand, Gus assists clients with a wide range of matters, such as employment contract reviews, workplace investigations, modern award compliance, and dispute resolution. He takes a practical, solutions-focused approach to deliver clear, commercially sound advice.

Prior to relocating to Australia, Gus practised at a full-service law firm in New Zealand, where he specialised in employment law and regularly advised businesses on a wide breadth of employment related matters. He is passionate about helping businesses navigate compliance obligations while fostering positive workplace cultures.

Experience

• Assisted in settling general protections claim in proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia.

• Assisted in advising a client on a large-scale project involving modern award compliance.

• Drafted and reviewed employment contracts for clients ensuring compliance with Australian employment law.

• Provided advice on termination of employment and redundancy processes for a client going through a restructure.

• Supported clients through general protections claims in the Fair Work Commission and proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.