About Labour Lex
Attorney-led Labour, Compliance and Legal Support for ASAIPA Members
Labour Lex Consulting is a specialist labour consulting firm with over 35 years of combined experience. Together, they provide Labour and compliance support tailored to the realities of independent healthcare practices.
This partnership allows ASAIPA members to access affordable, legally robust Labour solutions, backed by attorneys and experienced labour consultants who understand healthcare employment environments.
Special Service Package to all ASAIPA Members
Through this partnership, ASAIPA members gain access to a dedicated Labour & Compliance support model, including:
- All representation at CCMA and Bargaining Councils;
- Chairing and initiation of disciplinary hearings;
- Workplace discipline guidance and procedural compliance;
- Grievance management and dispute handling;
- Labour law consulting and advice (LRA, BCEA and related legislation);
- Drafting of charge sheets, disciplinary notices, warnings and other employment-related documentation;
- Unlimited telephonic HR & IR advice from qualified labour attorneys and consultants;
- Monthly labour law updates;
- Employer Organisation membership support for full representation rights at CCMA.
In addition, Labour Lex provides Human Resources consulting:
- Employment contracts and independent contractor agreements;
- Addendums and variation agreements;
- Drafting and updating of HR policies and procedures;
- Performance management and workplace discipline frameworks.
Monthly Retainer Packages for Healthcare Practices
ASAIPA members can subscribe to an affordable monthly retainer tailored to the size and needs of their practice. Retainers are structured with reference to the number of employees, the complexity of the practice, and the level of support required.
Each retainer is customised following a consultation with the practice, and a detailed proposal (including fee structure and scope of work) is provided before commencement.
What Your Retainer Includes (Per Month)
A Labour Lex retainer for ASAIPA members typically covers a combination of:
- Day-to-day HR and Labour law advice for the practice;
- Representation at the CCMA and Bargaining Councils;
- Chairing and/or initiating disciplinary hearings;
- Guidance on workplace discipline, incapacity and grievance management;
- Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, HR documents and workplace policies;
- Access to updates and guidance on Labour law developments relevant to healthcare practices.
Extended Compliance & Advisory Add-Ons
Additional compliance and advisory services, can be added , such as:
- POPIA & PAIA compliance and implementation;
- Health & Safety compliance;
- Employment Equity advice;
- HR & Labour compliance audits;
- Employee file packs (checklists);
- Tailor-made workplace policies;
Additional Benefits
ASAIPA members using the Labour Lex service have access to extended legal services and discounted hourly rates.
These services include:
- HPCSA Representation
- Defense and representation in HPCSA inquiries and professional conduct matters;
- Drafting of formal responses and submissions;
- Advisory support regarding ethics, negligence and regulatory compliance.
- Corporate & Commercial Law for Healthcare Practices
- Practice association agreements and service-level contracts;
- Establishment and restructuring of medical partnerships and incorporated practices;
- Shareholders’ agreements, MOIs and governance policies;
- Mergers, acquisitions, buy-ins and buy-outs between practitioners;
- B-BBEE structuring and advisory for healthcare entities;
- Supplier, tenant and contractor agreements.
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Debt recovery (patient accounts, supplier debts and third-party services);
- Letters of demand, summonses and settlement negotiations;
- Civil and commercial litigation in Magistrates’ Court and High Court;
- Arbitration and mediation between practitioners or business partners;
- Enforcement of judgments and asset recovery.
- Property Law & General Legal Advisory
- Lease agreements for medical premises and landlord/tenant disputes;
- General commercial legal advisory;
- Family law, estate, and property transfer guidance for practitioners requiring private legal support.
CPD Collaboration Initiative
Through the collaboration between Labour Lex and ASAIPA, participating ASAIPA members can qualify to earn CPD points (terms and conditions apply).
Practice Solutions in Partnership
ASAIPA Members interested in this benefit are requested to complete the online for or send and e-mail to info@labourlex.co.za. Once the form is submitted or e-mail is received, a director of Labour Lex will personally contact the practice to discuss its specific needs and provide a tailored proposal, including fees and scope of services.