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Employment Law

Employment Law

Do you need assistance on an Employment matter?

Our diverse team of employment lawyers act for both employers and employees, so we are definitively able to consider workplace issues from a number of different perspectives. This is unusual and somewhat unique among City law firms.

It means we understand the challenges faced by either party in a given situation and can deploy the necessary strategies and tactics to make that knowledge work for you; whether as employer or employee.

Our clients benefit hugely from the sheer breadth of experience we have developed advising a wide range of individuals and organisations across the UK, and as a result our employment team is consistently recognised as Top Tier in the Legal 500 and Chambers Directories, with many of the team being given the Recommended Lawyer accolade.

Our clients are diverse and from a broad range of industries; we simply don’t need to limit ourselves to advising in a particular sector. We are versatile and inventive with our advice, which when combined with the experience and range of knowledge we possess, results in informed and commercial solutions to achieve the best results for you.

We act for all kinds of clients; from C-suite and senior executives to leading financial and regulatory bodies, family offices, and other City law firms.

We seek to always provide astute commercial solutions. Whatever the method – whether through mediation, arbitration, High Court hearings or employment tribunal proceedings – our employment team combines determination and intelligence to deliver the best possible outcome.

When employers require a commercial and strategic legal partner

We understand that operating a business in the current employment landscape is extremely difficult for many employers. It can be complicated, inequitable and often nonsensical for non-lawyers. That’s where we come in…

We will take the time to get to know your business, your market and your requirements. We will combine our significant legal expertise and commercial awareness to provide intelligent solutions suited to the situation and to your culture, whilst seeking to avoidany unnecessary – and expensive – litigation whenever possible. We develop relationships and aim to become your adviser of choice on all matters legal.  We will keep you informed of the latest changes in employment law and what they may mean for your organisation.

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When an employee needs high quality and pragmatic advice

Is a situation at work causing you stress or anxiety? Does it seem unfair? Then come and speak to us. We will assess your situation and ensure you understand the legal position and the practical options available to you. You can trust our lawyers to provide personal and tailored solutions to all kinds of employment-related concerns.

Dealing with employment issues or disputes can be upsetting and worrying, but we will take the time to support and guide you throughout the process, advise you on the strategy and agree a solution best suited to what you wish to achieve. . We pride ourselves on being open and straightforward on costs, so you don’t get any financial surprises and we will keep you updated regularly. We will look at other funding options  and whenever possible seek to recover your costs from your opponent.

Employment Tribunals; claims and responses

Given we work with both the employers (Respondents) and employees (Claimants), we’ve got the expertise and standing to successfully bring or defend Employment Tribunal claims. Thanks to the range of our lawyers’ experience, and our distinct client portfolio, we’ve got the knowledge and capacity to support you across numerous industries, making sure you’re receiving first class legal support at every turn. You’ll be involved in tactics and strategies to find the options that best suits you and your future.

See our employment tribunal pricing and service information.

Find out more about our dedicated Partnership teams.

Whether you’re an Employee concerned about the actions of your Employer, or an Employer who wants to ensure you’re taking the right approach with your Employee(s); do contact one of our employment law experts without delay for some practical, friendly and effective advice.

     

Who to contact

Winckworth Sherwood are pragmatic, knowledgeable and very swift in their responses. Their responsiveness is exceptional.

Chambers and Partners, 2024

The team has genuine strength and depth, with senior lawyers able to provide clear and pragmatic advice on the most complex and strategically important issues whilst also being down to earth, highly efficient and extremely responsive.

Legal 500, 2024

Winckworth Sherwood always provide us with the highest level of advice and support.

Chambers and Partners, 2024

The team has depth of experience in partnership and employment disputes, especially in the professional services and financial services sectors.

Legal 500, 2024

The employment team is particularly strong and offers a very strong end to end service where fee earners at all levels go the distance to ensure great communication and consideration of problems from all angles. Also a very friendly team.

Legal 500, 2024

They are a highly skilled and experienced team that understand what is required. They have a range of experience in many different, varied and complex areas.

Chambers and Partners, 2024

The highest standard of work, both written and verbal, exceptional knowledge and they are completely aligned as a team and communicate internally and with clients very well.

Legal 500, 2024

The team frequently handles sensitive and complex employment litigation for employers across a wide variety of industries: the Church, schools, higher education and city claims. They provide a bespoke approach to each problem, fielding a team of expert partners and extremely competent associates.

Legal 500, 2024

The speed and response, legal knowledge and practical advice. They are also exceptionally nice people too with very strong ethics.

Legal 500, 2024