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Shijing Wong

Senior Associate

Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Commerce


  • Equal Opportunity and Discrimination
  • Industrial Relations
  • Workplace Health and Safety
  • Employment Law
  • Contractor & Employees

Shijing is your go-to expert for all things related to workplace relations, offering practical advice on issues like Fair Work Commission matters, underpayment claims, employee disciplinary actions, and employment contracts and policies.

Shijing has worked with a diverse range of clients, from private schools across Australia and local government to aged care providers, businesses, individual private clients and pro bono matters.

Before joining the team at Russell Kennedy, Shijing gained a breadth of experience at a global professional services firm and a specialised workplace relations firm, giving her a broad view of the challenges and solutions in her field. Her background means she is well-equipped to tackle any workplace issue with clarity and confidence, making Shijing a key member of our firm and a trusted advisor to our clients.

Experience

  • Expertise in guiding employers through all aspects of employment law, from drafting employment contracts and creating workplace policies to navigating the complexities of termination of employment, and organisational restructuring.
  • Representing employers in handling a range of employment-related claims, including unfair dismissal, general protections, discrimination, sexual harassment, and bullying matters.
  • Providing advice on the interpretation of legislation including the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), enterprise agreements, modern awards, and employment and contractor agreements.
  • Supporting employers in managing employee absences, underperformance, misconduct, and disciplinary action.

Leadership

  • Asian Australian Lawyers Association
  • Russell Kennedy - Kaleidoscope