What we do:

We don't just tell you what you can and can't do - we aim to work with you to provide a practical and cost-effective solution to the situation.  We know that you need a speedy response and we do our utmost to avoid delay.  We will discuss costs with you and explore alternative sources of funding.  

What this means for you:

You can relax knowing that your situation is being dealt with by an expert who will go the extra mile for you.  We know that being invovled in an employment dispute is not a pleasant experience, but our calm, proactive and flexible solicitors will use their knowledge to give you piece of mind.

FIXED FEE OFFER

In some circumstances, we can offer an initial fixed fee interview for £150 + vat. This includes an hour's consultation with an assistant solicitor and a letter of advice. For further information, email emma.thompson@thackraywilliams.com or telephone 0208 290 0440 and ask for Emma Thompson.

FAQs

Q1. I think I have been unfairly dismissed but have heard I can't claim unfair dismissal unless I was continuously employed for more than a year prior to the dismissal. Is this correct?

Q2. How long do I have to bring an unfair dismissal claim?

Q3. What procedure do employers have to follow in a dismissal situation?

Q4. Does an employer have to use the statutory disciplinary and dismissal procedure if the employee has been employed for less than 1 year?

Q5. I have been called to a disciplinary meeting and have been told I may be accompanied by a colleague or union representative. I am not a union member and don't want to ask a colleague, can I take a friend or relative?

Q6. I have been told I am at risk of redundancy and have a consultation meeting tomorrow. What should I ask?

Q7. I have been given a Compromise Agreement and need to take legal advice on it. What is its purpose?

Answers to FAQs (PDF)

We can help you with the following areas of employment law:

• Advising directors and senior employees
• Collective agreements
• Compromise and severance agreements
• County Court and High Court claims
• Drafting, amending and reviewing employment contracts
• Employment Tribunal claims
• Equal Pay Act claims
• Health and safety
• Maternity/paternity/adoption leave rights and flexible working
• Minimum wage
• Part-time Workers' Regulations
• Redundancy
• References
• Restraint of trade, confidentiality clauses and injunctions
• Sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age discrimination
• Sickness and sick pay
• Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE)
• Unfair dismissal or wrongful dismissal (see Employment Services)
• Working Time Regulations 

If you cannot email us, please call us on 020 8290 0440 or click here to send us your enquiry.