David Ryan Ward

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David is a Partner in Blacks Solicitors’ Employment team. He joined Blacks in 2011, where he completed his training contract, and then qualified into the Employment Law team in 2013. He became an Associate Solicitor in 2016 and was promoted to Partner in 2019. David acts for both high net worth/senior individuals and companies and is known for providing all clients with clear, down to earth and practical legal advice, combined with excellent client care. David specialises in running, often complex, employment tribunal litigation, negotiating contentious settlement agreements, and advising upon all aspects of employment law disputes. Known for his tenacious attitude towards litigation, David has developed a robust practice representing Respondents and both single and group Claimants. David specialises in advising on disputes in the education sector, the Police/MOD and the manufacturing and agricultural industries. David has been recognised on more than one occasion by Legal 500 for his “ability to explain the legal process in simple terms” and as a “key name for Employment Tribunal litigation, representing clients against discrimination and unfair dismissal claims”.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 530420

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 12 years

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David is a Partner in Blacks Solicitors’ Employment team. He joined Blacks in 2011, where he completed his training contract, and then qualified into the Employment Law team in 2013. He became an Associate Solicitor in 2016 and was promoted to Partner in 2019. David acts for both high net worth/senior individuals and companies and is known for providing all clients with clear, down to earth and practical legal advice, combined with excellent client care. David specialises in running, often complex, employment tribunal litigation, negotiating contentious settlement agreements, and advising upon all aspects of employment law disputes. Known for his tenacious attitude towards litigation, David has developed a robust practice representing Respondents and both single and group Claimants. David specialises in advising on disputes in the education sector, the Police/MOD and the manufacturing and agricultural industries. David has been recognised on more than one occasion by Legal 500 for his “ability to explain the legal process in simple terms” and as a “key name for Employment Tribunal litigation, representing clients against discrimination and unfair dismissal claims”.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 530420

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 12 years

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  • Blacks Solicitors LLP

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Monday 08:30–17:30
Tuesday 08:30–17:30
Wednesday 08:30–17:30
Thursday 08:30–17:30
Friday 08:30–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

City Point, 29 King Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 2HL

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Roshni

Employment

Great experience

Great experience with Blacks Solicitors, David Ward assisted me with my redundancy settlement agreement, he was efficient, informative and very helpful.

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Jane

Employment

Straightforward process

Whilst this was an extremely stressful time in my life, David at Blacks was easy to talk and made the process straightforward. I wouldn’t hesitate using Blacks if you find yourself with an employment issue.

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Carla

Employment

Settlement & Employment Law - Ellie Broadhurst

Going through redundancy and the process of settlement negotiation is a difficult experience for anyone. As a disabled and neurodivergent person, I found it particularly hard. Ellie was incredibly supportive, informative and professional throughout which made the experience so much less challenging. She made me feel listened to, understood and prioritised. I can't recommend Blacks enough, as Ellie (and David) went out of their way to achieve the best outcome possible. A heartfelt thank you!

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Sarah

Very Professional

David Ward gave me very professional and realistic advice regarding a potential employment claim. I really appreciated that he gave me an honest appraisal of my situation, rather than just telling me what I wanted to hear. I found Blacks through an online search regarding employment law, but I have previously used them for conveyancing and they were very professional on that occasion too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

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Tim

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Incredible service

Dave was a complete hero when I needed some help with employment matters. With every query I had, he responded very promptly and aided my navigation through a difficult set of circumstances. You couldn't wish for a more supportive service. I highly recommend Blacks for any employment law matters.

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Kerry

David Ward recently handled a sensitive matter for me. What would have usually been a stressful, upsetting legal process was very seamless as David acted professionally and positively from the very beginning. David gave me clear and honest advice throughout the whole process and took the stress away from me. I would not hesitate to recommend David. He got the outcome I was looking for and quickly. Thank you David for all of your help and support.

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I have worked closely with David, Chris and Nicola and found them to be highly professional, commercial and responsive. Highly recommended.

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Sophie

David and Ben are very professional lawyers who know the law, mine was Employment law, and the case settled quite quick and very smooth, cannot go into the case, apart from laws are laws, companies cannot break laws and feel they are right in doing so. I feel most companies think that most people would just leave and do nothing, if you feel you've been wrongly dismissed, then I suggest getting in touch with David or Ben, you might be surprised that you might have a case. Thank you David and Ben

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helen

I cannot thank David Ward and his team enough for the extremely quick resolution to an employment issue. I came across Black's when surfing the internet for Employment solicitors - I had been left in the lurch and felt all was lost - not so once David was on board - his advice and reassurance and quick settlement has meant I can now move on with my life. THANK YOU SO MUCH !! Highly recommended.

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Luke

Experienced solicitors who respond promptly. Whilst I can't share the details of my case, it was complex due to a combination of agreements that were in place. Blacks (David Ward) were able to quickly comprehend the detail and advise me accordingly on the legal text, as well as negotiate successfully on my behalf. Excellent.

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