Legal Project Management Plan & Checklist
Purpose of this Guide: Use this plan when the dismissed employee seeks urgent interim reinstatement to their former position pending the final determination of their unjustified dismissal claim. This guide is used by legal practitioners to prepare the application package, execute the damages undertaking, and argue the urgent application in the Authority.
Jurisdiction: New Zealand Employment Relations Authority (national registries). This fork covers urgent applications for interim reinstatement under Section 127(1) of the Employment Relations Act 2000.
The Process at a Glance: The process begins with advising the client on the reinstatement threshold and executing the Form 2 undertaking. The practitioner drafts the urgent Form 1 and supporting affidavits, files the package, effects personal service on the employer, and represents the client at the urgent hearing.
Key Legislation and Case Law: Employment Relations Act 2000 - s 123(1)(a) (reinstatement remedy); s 127(1) (interim reinstatement). Key cases: Employment Relations Authority practice directions on interim reinstatement tests.
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This legal matter plan provides a structured workflow for L&E_LITIGATION cases, outlining the standard DISPUTE_LITIGATION process. Utilize these tracking templates to manage your legal cases efficiently.
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