Adero Law

26/05/2026

Adero Law has commenced a class action in the Federal Court of Australia against Rebel Sport on behalf of current and former salaried managers across Australia.

The proceeding alleges that managers were regularly required to work significant unpaid hours, including before and after rostered shifts, during meal breaks, and outside of rostered hours including but not limited to: attending security call outs, preparing and amending rosters and completing the payroll for the store.

The class action also raises allegations relating to unpaid overtime, penalty rates and other entitlements under the General Retail Industry Award.

The matter forms part of Adero Law’s broader investigations into alleged systemic underpayment practices affecting salaried retail managers across Australia.

Current and former Rebel Sport managers who worked during the relevant period may be eligible to participate in the proceeding.

Read more- https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9251404/underpaid-overworked-managers-sue-rebel-sports/

Rebel Sport has been hit by a class action by frustrated managers claiming they were made to work...

25/05/2026

Last week, members of the Adero Law team attended the ACT Law Society Law Week Service Awards.
 
We are proud to support Sonam Deki, who was nominated in recognition of her outstanding contribution to access to justice and legal empowerment within culturally and linguistically diverse communities, across Canberra, Perth and Brisbane, particularly in the field of family law and migration law.  
 
Sonam’s dedication to supporting vulnerable communities through practical guidance, legal literacy, and culturally appropriate support has made a genuine impact on the lives of many individuals and families. Her compassion, professionalism, and commitment to empowering others reflect the values we are proud to uphold at Adero Law.
 
Congratulations, Sonam, on this well-deserved recognition.

20/05/2026

We are pleased to welcome Mandy to Adero Law as Special Counsel in our Melbourne office.

Mandy brings more than 12 years of litigation experience, with a strong background acting for insurers, corporate defendants, and underwriters across personal injury, statutory compensation, insurance defence, and financial lines disputes.

Her experience across both defendant and plaintiff firms provides a well-rounded and strategic perspective to complex litigation matters.

We look forward to Mandy being part of our growing Melbourne team.

15/05/2026

Celebrating the people, collaboration, and hard work that keep pushing us forward.

11/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Sonam Deki on being named a finalist in the 2026 ACT Law Society Law Week Service Awards.

Recognised for her contribution to access to justice and legal empowerment, Sonam has become a trusted source of support for culturally and linguistically diverse communities, particularly within the Bhutanese community across Canberra, Perth and Brisbane.

From providing guidance in employment, family and migration law matters, to supporting community legal education and early intervention pathways, Sonam’s work continues to make a meaningful impact both within and beyond the legal profession.

This recognition reflects the compassion, dedication and community leadership Sonam brings to her work every day.

Congratulations, Sonam, on this truly well-deserved achievement. We are proud to have you as part of the Adero Law team.

29/04/2026

Adero Law is proud to mark the official opening of our Melbourne office, an important step in the continued growth of our national presence and our commitment to supporting clients across Australia.

The evening brought together clients, colleagues, members of Counsel, barristers, and friends of the firm to celebrate this milestone. The event was opened with an address by Rory Markham, Managing Principal at Adero Law, reflecting on Adero’s journey to date and the opportunities ahead as we expand into the Victoria.

A special thank you to his Honour Judge Michael Wise of the County Court of Victoria for delivering the keynote address, and to Cate Dealehr, Special Counsel at the Australian Legal Costing Group, for joining us on the evening.

It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with our network, strengthen relationships, and share in what this next chapter represents for the firm.

With our Melbourne office now open, Adero Law continues to build on its expertise across employment law, tax law, private litigation and class actions, delivering strategic and results-driven legal services to clients nationwide.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to mark this occasion. We are excited about what lies ahead and remain focused on delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients as we continue to expand across Australia.

20/04/2026

Adero Law is proud to share that Andrew Chakrabarty has been named a finalist for Litigation Partner of the Year at the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards 2026.

This recognition reflects his leadership, expertise, and the impact he continues to make within the profession and for our clients.

Congratulations Andrew on this well-deserved achievement.

15/04/2026

Adero Law has commenced a class action against Kmart in the Federal Court of Australia.

The proceeding concerns allegations of underpayment of salaried employees, including unpaid overtime, penalty rates, and work performed outside rostered hours.

If you were employed by Kmart as a salaried employee between April 2020 and April 2026, you may be eligible to participate.
To learn more or register your interest, please visit the link below or contact our team.

https://www.aderolaw.com.au/.../retail/kmart-class-action/

08/04/2026

Adero Law has filed a class action against Kmart Australia in the Federal Court, alleging employees were not paid their full entitlements under the General Retail Industry Award and the Fair Work Act.

The claim includes unpaid overtime, penalty rates, and allowances.
The proceeding is brought on behalf of current and former salaried employees and is estimated to potentially affect approximately 1,510 to 2,113 employees across Australia.

Kmart managers have alleged they were routinely required to work "well beyond" their rostered hours without receiving overtime rates, penalty rates, or prescribed allowances.

03/03/2026

Today we’re celebrating 8 years of Adero Law.

What started in 2018 has grown into a strong and dedicated team acting in significant matters across Australia. We’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible every day.

Rory Markham's leadership and contribution over the years, and our team's continued dedication to the firm has shaped the firm in providing nothing but excellence.

Most significantly, we are grateful and humbled by our clients and our community, for their trust and support.

We’re looking forward to the road ahead.

26/02/2026

We are pleased to welcome Sean Guerin to Adero Law as a Lawyer in our Port Macquarie office.

Sean brings a strong foundation in both accounting and law, together with experience advising businesses of all sizes. His commercial background enables him to approach legal matters with practical insight and a clear focus on outcomes.

He will be working across litigation and dispute matters, supporting clients in Port Macquarie and across Australia with strategic, well-considered advice.

We look forward to the contribution Sean will make to our team and to our clients.

Welcome to Adero Law, Sean.