Transparent hourly rates for employment and contract law
Keystone Counsel charges $350 to $650 per hour depending on the complexity of your matter and the lawyer assigned. You'll know the rate upfront before work begins.
Know your costs upfront
We offer fixed fees for common legal matters so you can plan your budget with confidence. No surprises.
$800
Contract review
Fixed fee for reviewing and advising on employment or commercial contracts.
$2.5K
Contract drafting
Tailored employment or commercial contract prepared and ready to use.
$4K
Unfair dismissal
Representation and advice for unfair dismissal claims, from initial assessment through resolution.
$1.5K
Compliance audit
Review of your employment practices against Fair Work and National Employment Standards.
Clients trust us with their most important matters
Keystone Counsel delivers practical legal advice that protects your interests and resolves workplace and contract issues fairly.
Keystone Counsel handled our employment contract review with clarity and precision. They identified risks we'd missed and negotiated terms that actually protect us.
James Mitchell
Managing Director, Tech Startup
We were facing an unfair dismissal claim and felt lost. The team at Keystone Counsel guided us through every step with integrity and got a fair outcome.
Patricia Chen
HR Manager, Manufacturing Company
Their fixed-fee structure made budgeting transparent. No surprises, just straightforward advice on Fair Work compliance that saved us from costly mistakes.
David Okonkwo
Owner, Hospitality Group
They drafted our commercial contract from scratch and made sure both parties understood every obligation. Professional without being intimidating.
Sophie Rodriguez
Co-founder, Design Agency
Flexible payment options for your needs
We accept multiple payment methods and offer flexible timing to make legal support accessible and straightforward.
Bank transfer
Direct bank deposit available. We'll provide our account details on invoice for secure, fast payment processing.
Credit and debit card
We accept all major credit and debit cards via secure payment gateway for convenient online settlement.
Invoice payment
We'll invoice you for services rendered. Payment is typically due within 14 days of invoice date.
Payment plans
For larger matters, we can discuss flexible payment arrangements tailored to your circumstances.
What costs are included in our fees
We break down what's included in our hourly and fixed-fee services, plus any additional expenses you may encounter. No surprises.
$0
Hidden fees
We disclose all potential costs upfront. Our quotes show what's included and what's not.
100%
Hourly rate transparency
Your hourly fees ($350–$650) cover legal work only. Court or tribunal costs are listed separately.
$800–$4K
Fixed-fee range
Flat fees for employment contracts, compliance reviews, and unfair dismissal matters cover all legal work included.
Variable
Out-of-pocket expenses
Court fees, filing costs, and expert reports (if needed) are passed through at cost with your approval.
Get a tailored quote for your legal matter
Discuss your contract or employment needs with our Melbourne legal team. We'll outline the right approach and cost for your situation.