CCMA & Bargaining Council

Professional workplace dispute assistance for employers and employees across South Africa.

From referrals and conciliations to settlement negotiations and arbitration preparation, LabourEdge provides practical support to help you navigate the CCMA and Bargaining Council process with confidence.

Overview

Workplace disputes can be stressful, time-consuming and costly when not handled correctly. Our CCMA & Bargaining Councils Division focuses on practical dispute resolution support, procedural guidance and professional representation assistance designed to help employers protect their businesses and employees protect their workplace rights.

Unsure whether your matter should be referred to the CCMA, a Bargaining Council or resolved internally first?

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What We Can Help With

CCMA Referrals

Preparation and guidance for LRA Form 7.11 referrals and supporting documentation.

Conciliation Support

Professional assistance during conciliation proceedings, including settlement discussions and preparation.

Arbitration Preparation

Practical support with case preparation, documentation, witness coordination and procedural guidance.

Settlement Negotiations

Negotiating fair and commercially practical settlements before or during dispute proceedings.

Unfair Dismissal Matters

Guidance and support for disputes relating to dismissals, misconduct, incapacity and operational requirements.

Unfair Labour Practice Disputes

Assistance with matters involving demotions, suspensions, promotions, benefits, transfers and other unfair treatment claims.

Employers

  • Reduce the risk of procedural errors
  • Improve dispute preparation
  • Support defensible workplace decisions
  • Minimise operational disruption and unnecessary legal exposure

Employees

  • Understand your workplace rights
  • Prepare properly for CCMA proceedings
  • Receive practical guidance on documentation and process
  • Explore realistic settlement and resolution options

Our Process

1. Assess

We review the facts, documents and procedural history of the dispute.

3. Resolve

We support conciliation, negotiation and arbitration preparation with a focus on practical outcomes.

2. Prepare

We assist with referrals, responses, evidence preparation and strategy.

4. Protect

We help implement lessons learned to reduce future workplace disputes and strengthen compliance.

Facing a CCMA or Bargaining Council matter?

LAbourEdge CCMA Settlement Negotiations
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