Employment Disputes Solicitors

Our team of employment law experts handles a wide variety of employment disputes, including the employment tribunal process, by preparing and filing all necessary documentation, including the defence (ET3 form) and preparation of bundles and witness statements, to free up your time throughout the tribunal proceedings. We will also review documentation and advise you on the prospects of a successful defence, ensuring you are armed with all the information you need to make an informed decision on how to proceed.

We also help with progressing your claim to a final hearing where required, liaising with witnesses, attending hearings on your behalf, and protecting your business at every stage. We have also devised our own bespoke witness familiarisation training programme to ensure that your witnesses are fully prepared for the day.

Additionally, we work with you to protect your business and provide pragmatic advice on dealing with restrictive covenants such as breaches of confidentiality or post-termination restrictions.

Handling the employment tribunal process can be complex and stressful. We manage the entire process for you, ensuring that every step is handled efficiently:

• Document preparation and filing: We prepare and submit all necessary documentation, including the defence (ET3 form), bundles, and witness statements.
• Case review and advice: We review all documentation, providing a clear assessment of your case’s strengths and weaknesses, helping you understand the prospects of a successful defence.
• Honest and pragmatic guidance: From the outset, we offer straightforward, practical advice on your options, ensuring you can make informed decisions that align with your business objectives.
• Outcome-focused support: Our approach is tailored to help you achieve the best possible result for your business, minimising stress and disruption throughout the process.

Our witness familiarisation training is a tailored programme designed to ensure your witnesses are well-prepared and put at ease for employment tribunal hearings. The training focuses on familiarising witnesses with the tribunal process, helping them understand what to expect during cross-examination, and guiding them on how to present their evidence clearly and effectively. By preparing witnesses to handle questioning and stay composed, we help boost their confidence, ensuring they can provide credible, well-structured testimony, which ultimately supports a strong defence for your business.

We assess the merits of defending an employment claim through a thorough review of the documentation and facts surrounding the case. Our team evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the claim, considering factors such as evidence, witness reliability, and relevant legal principles. We provide you with honest and pragmatic advice on your chances of success, guiding you on whether to proceed or explore alternative resolutions. This ensures you have all the information needed to make an informed decision that aligns with your business goals and minimises risk.

Outside of disputes in the employment tribunal process, our team is experienced in alternative dispute resolution methods, including negotiation and mediation, to resolve conflicts before they escalate to a tribunal. We adopt a proactive approach to prevent future disputes and work with you to find practical, cost-effective solutions that protect your business interests without the need for formal tribunal proceedings.

We protect businesses from confidentiality breaches by providing expert advice and taking swift action to enforce confidentiality agreements and restrictive covenants. Our team helps to ensure sensitive business information is safeguarded by advising on the legal steps you can take if a breach occurs. We can pursue injunctions or other legal remedies to prevent further damage, and we work closely with you to mitigate any potential business risks.

Our approach to settling employment disputes is pragmatic and commercially focused. We aim to resolve issues quickly and efficiently, minimising disruption to your business. By thoroughly assessing the merits of each case, we provide clear, honest advice on the best strategy, whether that’s defending a claim or exploring settlement options.

We prioritise finding practical, cost-effective solutions, often through negotiation or mediation, to achieve the best possible outcome for your business while avoiding the costs and complexities of tribunal proceedings where possible.

Should the issue need to escalate to the employment tribunal then our team of experts are equipped to guide and prepare you through the process.

We help prevent future employment disputes by taking a proactive approach that focuses on compliance and best practices. Our team works with businesses to review and enhance their employment policies and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date and legally compliant.

We also provide tailored training for management and staff, fostering a positive workplace culture and equipping employees with the knowledge to handle issues effectively. By identifying potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, we aim to create an environment that reduces the likelihood of disputes arising in the first place.