Solicitor at People Legal Limited
Chris McAvoy Newns
Solicitor - Founder
SRA ID: 409934
Chris graduated with an LLB (Hons) Degree in Law from the University of Durham in 2005. The following year he achieved a Distinction in the Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School before beginning his two-year training contract at Eversheds Sutherland in September 2006. Chris has been a qualified Solicitor since 2008. He has practised in law firms such as Addleshaw Goddard and DWF as well as in-house for organisations such as BP, British Airways and The Co-operative Group. Chris is a CEDR-accredited mediator and experienced trainer and was recommended by Legal 500 in 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022. He enjoys conducting workplace mediations as well as designing and delivering bespoke training sessions. Chris also sits as a part time Employment Judge in the North East of England Employment Tribunals.
81 Chapel Lane, SK9 5JH
Licensed for 15 years
Practice Areas
Employment
- Employment 100%
50 Client Reviews
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About Chris McAvoy Newns
Chris graduated with an LLB (Hons) Degree in Law from the University of Durham in 2005. The following year he achieved a Distinction in the Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School before beginning his two-year training contract at Eversheds Sutherland in September 2006. Chris has been a qualified Solicitor since 2008. He has practised in law firms such as Addleshaw Goddard and DWF as well as in-house for organisations such as BP, British Airways and The Co-operative Group. Chris is a CEDR-accredited mediator and experienced trainer and was recommended by Legal 500 in 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022. He enjoys conducting workplace mediations as well as designing and delivering bespoke training sessions. Chris also sits as a part time Employment Judge in the North East of England Employment Tribunals.
Languages Spoken: English
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Status
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Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
15/09/08
15/09/22
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Consultant
Analysis Legal
?-01-10-2019
Associate
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
?-present
Excellent team
Chris and his team were extremely helpful, very responsive and very professional. I would gladly recommend their services to anyone. They made the whole experience simple, fast and everything was explained in full and I was kept updated at every step of the way.
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Great Team
From first contact with People Legal I no longer felt alone against the 'big boys'. They ensured I understood everything every step of the way, and got a positive outcome due to the work the whole team put in.
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Redundancy Settlement
I recently engaged People Legal to deal with my redundancy settlement agreement and cannot speak highly enough of their services. From our first interaction, it was clear that I was in capable hands. People Legal demonstrated exceptional professionalism, combined with a deep understanding of employment law, which immediately put me at ease during a challenging time. What stood out most was their ability to explain complex legal terms in a way that was easy to understand, ensuring that I was fully informed at every stage of the process. People Legal was not only thorough but also very approachable and empathetic, making a potentially stressful experience much more manageable. The dedication and attention to detail were evident in the way they negotiated on my behalf. People Legal went above and beyond to ensure that my interests were protected and that I received a fair and satisfactory settlement. I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance provided by People Legal. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of expert legal assistance with employment matters. Their combination of expertise, professionalism, and personal touch truly sets them apart.
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Thank you for your help
I was very pleased with the service provided and found the entire team very friendly, helpful and professional when discussing my case details and providing me with legal advice.
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First class service
I found Chris and his team professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. I would not hesitate in recommending People legal to anyone seeking employment law advice. A first class service from beginning to end.
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Surpassed all expectations
Chris is an extremely focused and professional legal advisor. This is the second time in four years that my family have required employment law advice and Chris surpassed all expectations and delivered a result that we did not believe possible. All of this was achieved within a limited space of time. The contact whether by email or telephone is almost instantaneous and time lines are proposed and agreed to without delay. I suspect that individuals are apprehensive about dealing with employment issues and Chris immediately puts you at ease and provides reassurance and guidance. First class service.
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Incredible from start to finish
People Legal provided quick and brilliant advice to support us as we challenged an employer for unfair dismissal and refusal to consider flexible working arrangements. Chris and Lauren took the stress out of the situation and supported us so that we were able to continue with our case. Nothing was too much for them and they were always available to explain things along the process. Without any reservation, we would recommend People Legal to support you in any employment case. Thank you
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Review for People Legal
Chris and the team provided me with precise and timely professional support as I sought to navigate new and uncertain territory both personally and professionally. More than having no hesitation in doing so, I will actively encourage colleagues, friends and family to engage with People Legal if they require any Employment Law advice. Thank you for a robust and enjoyable (despite the circumstances) process.
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The service I received has been amazing
Chris and the team have been absolutely amazing taking on my case and helping me through every step of the case. They were very supportive and the communication was super professional and speedy throughout. I felt they helped me reduce the amount of stress I was experiencing with my case and the advice given was beyond what I was expecting. Words cannot describe how grateful I am to have found Chris and his team.
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Very happy with the outcome
Chris was extremely helpful throughout my redundancy process. He offered great advice and made it all very easy to understand. He kept me in the loop throughout the process and I'm very happy with the outcome.
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