Flexible Work Requests and Remote Work Rights

Law Tram’s Flexible Work Consultation simplifies the process by connecting you with licensed Australian lawyers who can offer tailored legal advice specific to your situation. This free, fully online, and obligation-free service ensures you receive expert guidance every step of the way.

Want to Work from Home or Adjust Your Hours? Know Your Rights Before You Ask

Australian employees have legal rights to request flexible working arrangements in certain situations. This includes changes to hours, patterns of work or location such as working from home. But employers can refuse requests on reasonable business grounds, and the rules around eligibility and procedure are often misunderstood.

Whether you’re returning from parental leave, managing a disability, balancing care responsibilities or adapting to life changes, it’s important to know how to make a proper request and what to do if it’s rejected.

Law Tram connects you with lawyers who can assess your eligibility, help you prepare a clear request and support you if a dispute arises.

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Law Tram's Legal Partners can assist with flexible work matters, including:

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How It Works

Confidential and Secure Questionnaire

Start by completing our secure online questionnaire. This step allows you to provide essential details about your employment and the changes you're seeking.

Confidential Legal Summary

Law Tram’s advanced technology generates a confidential legal summary of your matter while keeping your personal and employment details private.

Review by Licensed Australian Lawyers

Your confidential legal summary is shared with our network of vetted lawyers who review your case to determine how they can assist.

Connect with a Lawyer

If a lawyer believes they can help, they will initiate a chat with you through the Law Tram platform. Your contact details remain private unless you choose to share them.

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You are under no pressure to retain any lawyer unless you are confident in their ability to assist. Law Tram empowers you to make informed decisions.

What Others Are Saying

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My request to work from home was ignored. The lawyer helped me raise it properly and protect my rights.

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I needed flexible hours after having a baby. The lawyer helped me understand the law and what my employer had to consider.

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They said they couldn’t offer flexibility because I’m a casual. The lawyer explained my options and helped negotiate a solution.

Legal Information Only – Not a Substitute for Advice

This page provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Flexible work laws are detailed and can involve strict processes. You should seek advice from an Australian Legal Practitioner before taking or delaying any action.
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Take the First Step Toward Resolution

Law Tram’s Flexible Work Consultation offers a secure, efficient and supportive way to connect with expert legal help. Whether you’re requesting flexible hours, seeking to work from home or challenging an unreasonable refusal, our platform ensures you receive tailored advice from qualified lawyers.

Start your free, confidential consultation today. Please note that Law Tram does not assist in finding legal aid lawyers. If you are seeking legal aid, visit our dedicated legal aid page for more information.

Take the first step toward achieving a balanced and legally protected working arrangement.

Frequently Asked Questions

You must have worked for your employer for at least 12 months and meet certain criteria — like being a parent, carer, older worker or person with a disability.
Yes, but only on reasonable business grounds. They must give written reasons and consider your proposal properly.
Yes. It must clearly outline the changes you’re seeking and your reasons. A lawyer can help make sure it’s legally valid.
You may be able to raise a dispute through the Fair Work Commission. A lawyer can advise you on the best course of action.
Not automatically, but it can be requested under flexible work laws. Employers must assess whether it can be reasonably accommodated.
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