
Cynthia Elachi
Partner
Clayton Utz
Cynthia brings a broad range of employment law experience having been involved in a number of employment law matters ranging from strategic employment advice and advising on restructuring and transformations, through to large scale employment related litigation. She regularly undertakes the role of workplace investigator for clients, dealing with issues involving bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and intoxication at work. Her investigative skills are highly sought after and for that reason Cynthia's investigation experience is extensive, crossing a variety of industries including telecommunications, entertainment and tertiary education. Cynthia often appears on behalf of major corporate clients across all jurisdictions including the Supreme Court of NSW and the Federal Court of Australia on a variety of issues such as restraint of trade matters and breach of contract cases.
SESSIONS
9:50
Interactive scenario: Redundancy, termination, and getting it right
This practical, scenario-based session places delegates in the decision-maker’s seat to explore the legal and procedural nuances that define compliant and defensible employment outcomes.
Work through a detailed case study from both employer and employee perspectives to uncover where processes can break down, how to identify genuine redundancy, and when termination becomes high risk.
Discover how Fair Work requirements, contractual obligations, and psychological safety considerations intersect in real-world decision-making.
Understand how proactive communication, documentation, and classification practices can prevent disputes and ensure fair, compliant outcomes.
Format: Guided group discussion and problem-solving with expert facilitation, live feedback, and take-home guidance documents.
Sydney: Cynthia Elachi, Partner, Clayton Utz
Melbourne: Emma Moran, Special Counsel, Gadens
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