Employment Law
Every employer needs to keep pace with the rapidly expanding and fast moving field of employment law. Not only is there an abundance of EU legislation but existing legal terms and categories are often and significantly extended in scope without formal statutory reform thus reflecting the courts use of law as a social tool. We convert this into accessible and cost effective advice for out clients.
As a niche firm specialising in employment law we can offer a wealth of experience in all areas of this varied and complex field. The firm has a very varied client base, and acts for both employers and employees ranging from individuals in every walk of life to charities and commercial organisations of every size operating in many different sectors of business and industry.
Employment law advice is often required immediately and we can respond quickly to your queries
Similarly, we believe in a constructive and creative approach to HR issues. We use our skills and experience to:
- Give you pragmatic advice on HR strategy and policy
- Give your managers the confidence to develop and manage the organisation
- Reduce the risk of disputes and improve employee relations
- Increase your chances of winning cases at employment tribunals
- Provide operational stability and continuity
The firm's areas of expertise include:
- Drafting contracts of employment, consultancy agreements, company employment policies and procedures and generally advising on the terms of such documents
- Advising on potential dismissals and the application of disciplinary procedures
- Advising on breach of contract claims
- Advising on the enforcement and validity of post-termination restrictive covenants of confidentiality, non-solicitation of staff and clients and competition
- Negotiating termination agreements and financial packages for senior executives
- Advising on general issues relating to redundancy and restructuring
- Advising on the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations in relation to mergers and acquisitions
- Advising on changing terms and conditions of employment
- Advising on all aspects of equal opportunities and managing diversity including policies and training and claims in relation to gender, race and disability as well as Community legal rights and the impact of the Human Rights Act
- Personnel management and procedure
- Sex discrimination and equal pay
- Unfair dismissal
- Proceedings in the Employment Tribunal, County Court and High Court
- Employment aspects of corporate transactions including due diligence and the drafting of employment indemnities and warranties
The firm offers the highest level of service to clients. Whether supplementing the resources of your in-house team, providing specialist advice on major and complex projects, or assisting organisations without an HR resource, we can deliver a product which is totally reliable and responsive to your specific needs. Through our knowledge and experience you can be confident of receiving the best in advice and training, delivered with speed and enthusiasm.
For more information please contact Sacha Schoenfeld or Gillian Baxter