Profile
Tim is recognised as one of Australia’s leading workplace lawyers. He created and led Australia’s top boutique workplace law firm for more than a decade before accepting Piper Alderman’s invitation to join our practice. Tim has over 25 years’ experience in employment and industrial relations law.
Tim understands the commercial realities of business from the perspective of a business owner and adviser. This background enhances Tim’s provision of strategic advice to clients on employment and workforce matters. He is an experienced advocate and has represented employers in all relevant tribunals and courts.
Tim’s industry knowledge includes working with clients in publishing, agribusiness, health, hospitality, finance, retail, logistics, resources, government, professional services, transport, building & construction, social & community services and pharmaceutical industries. He frequently presents on workplace law topics, is a regular contributor to industry and legal publications and is sought by the media for comment on workplace law issues.
Expertise
Recognition
‘Tim Capelin is approachable, highly professional and provides exceptional client service. He is timely in his responses to both phone calls and written advice. He and his team deliver on pieces of work once briefed without multiple follow-ups unless necessary.’
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific: Labour and employment, 2020 edition – Testimonials
Accolades
- Best Lawyers in Australia – Recognised for Labour & Employment Law – Since 2017
- The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific – Recommended for Labour and Employment – Since 2003
- Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Finalist for Workplace Relations and Employment Team of the Year – 2016, 2017 & 2018
Recent deals and media coverage
- Mid-tier sheds light on flexible working policy – Lawyers Weekly, 4 September 2018
Memberships
- Member, Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
- Australian Labour Law Association
Insights
14 May 2018
Out of hours conduct: Employee dismissed for explicit private Facebook message
Read More13 November 2017
Update on licensing and registration in the labour hire industry – Overview of new Queensland...
Read More03 May 2017
Dishonesty or merely an incorrect explanation? The decision in Qantas Airways Limited v David Dawson...
Read More26 April 2017