Practice Areas
Appeared in the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court in relation to PG’s, employee fraud and corporate recovery, non-competition/injunction proceedings, section 6 and controlling 3rd party claims.
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Drafted/updated employment agreements, contracts for services, staff policies and procedures, and ensuring all such documentation complies with relevant legislation, including for immigration purposes.
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Advised on processes for performance management, disciplinary matters, prolonged sick leave/medical retirement, restructures and redundancies, both at a policy level and on a case-by case basis.
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Acted in the transmission of business issues arising from mergers and acquisitions of numerous commercial businesses, including undertaking due diligence and transferring employees.
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Managed employment claims for one of Australasia’s largest insurance and reinsurance groups.
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Provided advice on privacy and information law, including conflict of interest issues, Official Information Act and Privacy Act requests and complaints.
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Recent Work & Achievements
Erin is a qualified and experienced mediator. When there is conflict in workplace and sporting environments, Erin is experienced in implementing effective resolution strategies that are commercial and pragmatic. This means Erin helps parties reach solutions that are workable and futureproof. She is also an experienced advocate in mediations and in litigation in the specialist employment forums.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
As a qualified and experienced workplace investigator and an Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate Holder (AWI_CH), Erin conducts independent investigations and culture reviews in the workplace and sporting environments. Erin is regularly called upon to investigate complaints about inappropriate behaviour in both environments, which requires an equal balance of empathy, efficiency and excellent judgment. Where clients conduct internal investigations, Erin provides assistance and guidance on process and recommendations, including around culture, training and development or disciplinary processes.
Workplace & Sports Investigations
Erin has worked in large commercial and litigation law firms for almost 30 years. She is a trusted and experienced advisor on non-contentious employment law issues, including for mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and compliance, helping clients to navigate employment law regulations and minimise legal risks. When matters are contentious, Erin is an expert in finding solutions, providing strategic insights and offering comprehensive support and representation at mediations and in litigation.
Employment Law & Advisory
Contact Erin
Erin Davies
Barrister
PO Box 32439
Devonport
Auckland 0744