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Representation of parties before the FWC

Proceedings in the Fair Work Commission (FWC) are meant to be informal, and where possible, non-adversarial. The default position under the FW Act is that parties to a matter before the FWC must normally appear on their own behalf. The FWC’s permission is required for a lawyer or paid agent to represent a party at a conference or hearing, unless an exemption applies.

See Representation of parties before the FWC.