Beth Hodgetts

I honestly cannot thank Beth enough for the support I received during an incredibly stressful and emotionally draining time. Going through a grievance with my employer was overwhelming, and at times I felt completely out of my depth. Having her by my side made all the difference. She was compassionate, patient, and reassuring when I needed it most — but when it came to standing up for me, she did not let up. She was relentless, determined, and fiercely protective of my interests. Once she took hold of my case, she pursued it with total focus and resolve, ensuring nothing was overlooked or brushed aside. Her professionalism, tenacity, and refusal to back down ultimately led to my grievance being resolved with a settlement, something I truly believe would not have happened without her persistence and expertise. I will always be grateful for the way she supported me through such a difficult chapter. If you are facing a workplace dispute and need a solicitor who is not only highly skilled and knowledgeable but also unafraid to fight for you when it matters most, I cannot recommend her highly enough.

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Beth Hodgetts

As an employer, we were supporter by Neate & Pugh with several challenging cases. The advice received was extremely professional and pragmatic, providing options for reaching best possible outcome. Both Emma and Beth have a wealth of great legal knowledge. Would recommend

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Emma Neate

I have known Emma for more than 25 years and she has worked as my employment lawyer in a couple of businesses where I have been the Finance Director/COO. In my current business Emma and her team have been our employment lawyers for 10 years and have been an integral part of the business helping us on all HR and employment law matters. Emma feels like part of the team, rather than a 3rd party advisor and that's credit to her skills and personality. There are many positives I could list, but, in brief, Emma just gets it. She understands our culture, our people and how best to advise us and guide us through any issues we may have. She and Beth always respond quickly, gauge the situation without needing much time to gather the facts and have great interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with numerous people in different roles within our business. I couldn't recommend them highly enough and I can guarantee that I will continue to use Emma and Neate & Pugh for many years to come.

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Emma Neate

As evidenced by the title, sometimes managing personnel matters can feel akin to navigating deep seas without a clear direction or strategy. Thankfully, Neate & Pugh serve as a reliable lighthouse, expertly guiding businesses to safely navigate through turbulent HR waters. Over the years, their team has consistently demonstrated exceptional capability, providing strategic, actionable insights precisely when they're most needed. Their proactive approach ensures our compliance processes remain robust and aligned with best practices, giving us peace of mind and the freedom to focus on core business growth. Moreover, Neate & Pugh excel in offering swift, practical solutions to HR queries, no matter how complex. Their ability to anticipate potential issues and innovate proactively sets them apart, making them invaluable partners in managing human resources effectively. We highly recommend Neate & Pugh to any small business looking for trusted expertise, clear guidance, and forward-thinking HR solutions.

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