Tim Capelin

Tim Capelin


Piper Alderman

Recognized since 2017

Sydney, Australia

Practice Areas

Health and Aged Care Law

Labour and Employment Law

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Tim is recognised as one of Australia’s leading workplace lawyers. He created and led Australia’s top boutique workplace law firm for more than a decade before accepting Piper Alderman’s invitation to join our practice. Tim has over 25 years’ experience in employment and industrial relations law.

Tim understands the commercial realities of business from the perspective of a business owner and adviser. This background enhances Tim’s provision of strategic advice to clients on employment and workforce matters. He is an experienced advocate and has represented employers in all relevant tribunals and courts.

Tim’s industry knowledge includes working with clients in publishing, agribusiness, health, hospitality, finance, retail, logistics, resources, government, professional services, transport, building & construction, social & community services and pharmaceutical industries. He frequently presents on workplace law topics, is a regular contributor to industry and legal publications and is sought by the media for comment on workplace law issues.

Location
  • Level 23
    Governor Macquarie Tower
    1 Farrer Place
    Sydney NSW 2000
    Australia

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia 2025 for work in:
  • Health and Aged Care Law
  • Labour and Employment Law

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Breaking news – The JobKeeper legislation: What it does and doesn’t say

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Breaking news – The Rules for the JobKeeper subsidy have been released!

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The High Court has handed down its decision in Mondelez and good sense has prevailed


The High Court has handed down its decision in Mondelez and good sense has prevailed

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WorkPac v Rossato – Apparently double-dipping is fine


WorkPac v Rossato – Apparently double-dipping is fine

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So, you’ve qualified for JobKeeper. What next….?


So, you’ve qualified for JobKeeper. What next….?

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Webinar Q&As: Employment Relations National Seminar Series – Managing Mental Health in the Workplace


Webinar Q&As: Employment Relations National Seminar Series – Managing Mental Health in the Workplace

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Employment Relations Podcast #10 – What tools does your business have in its kit to deal with COVID-19 and beyond?


Employment Relations Podcast #10 – What tools does your business have in its kit to deal with COVID-19 and beyond?

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Breaking news – The Rules for the JobKeeper subsidy have been released!


Breaking news – The Rules for the JobKeeper subsidy have been released!

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Breaking news – The JobKeeper legislation: What it does and doesn’t say


Breaking news – The JobKeeper legislation: What it does and doesn’t say

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JobKeeper Payment – A Wage Subsidy Scheme for Businesses Affected by Coronavirus


JobKeeper Payment – A Wage Subsidy Scheme for Businesses Affected by Coronavirus

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COVID-19 Changes – Modern Award Variations and amendments to the Long Service Leave Act 1955 – How these changes could help your business


COVID-19 Changes – Modern Award Variations and amendments to the Long Service Leave Act 1955 – How these changes could help your business

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Urgent update on COVID-19 Industrial Issues – Commission allows changes to the Clerks Award in response to COVID-19 industry worries


Urgent update on COVID-19 Industrial Issues – Commission allows changes to the Clerks Award in response to COVID-19 industry worries

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