Joanne Evans

Partner & Head of Employment

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Jo is a nationally recognised employment law specialist in Myerson’s award-winning Employment team. She has been recommended by the independent legal directories for many years, is a Legal 500 “Leading Individual” and is described as “bright, decisive, proactive and switched on”, providing clients with “astute advice, straightforward thinking and client focus”. Jo has practiced employment law for 30 years. She is a graduate of Cambridge University and was a partner at national firm Addleshaw Goddard before she joined Myerson to head up the firm’s team of employment specialists in 2007. She now leads a team of 10 experienced employment lawyers which is recognised by the Legal 500 as “excellent” and was named Employment Team of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards in 2024. Jo’s clients include national and international household name businesses who trust her to support them with the most complex and sensitive employment law matters. She also acts regularly for senior executives, including FTSE 100 and 350 board members, directors of substantial owner-managed businesses and partners in significant legal and accountancy practices. Following Myerson’s conversion to employee ownership in 2024, Jo became a Trustee of the Myerson Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), with responsibility for maintaining the firm’s independence, culture and client focus.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 15116

  • Based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 30 years

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Jo is a nationally recognised employment law specialist in Myerson’s award-winning Employment team. She has been recommended by the independent legal directories for many years, is a Legal 500 “Leading Individual” and is described as “bright, decisive, proactive and switched on”, providing clients with “astute advice, straightforward thinking and client focus”. Jo has practiced employment law for 30 years. She is a graduate of Cambridge University and was a partner at national firm Addleshaw Goddard before she joined Myerson to head up the firm’s team of employment specialists in 2007. She now leads a team of 10 experienced employment lawyers which is recognised by the Legal 500 as “excellent” and was named Employment Team of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards in 2024. Jo’s clients include national and international household name businesses who trust her to support them with the most complex and sensitive employment law matters. She also acts regularly for senior executives, including FTSE 100 and 350 board members, directors of substantial owner-managed businesses and partners in significant legal and accountancy practices. Following Myerson’s conversion to employee ownership in 2024, Jo became a Trustee of the Myerson Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), with responsibility for maintaining the firm’s independence, culture and client focus.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 15116

  • Based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 30 years

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  • Myerson Solicitors

    SRA-approved manager - Member

    Until Present

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  • English

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Monday 08:00–18:00
Tuesday 08:00–18:00
Wednesday 08:00–18:00
Thursday 08:00–18:00
Friday 08:00–18:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Grosvenor House, 20 Barrington Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 1HB

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Gareth

Employment

Completion and negotiation of employment settlement agreement

I had an excellent experience of using myserson solicitors to review and help me with an employment settlement agreement. Kurt was fantastic and provided sound advise and guidance throughout. It was a pleasure to work with him and I would not hesitate to recommend his services in the future.

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Speed and clarity

I needed urgent advice on an employment matter and was onboarded the same day, advised the next day and the matter settled another day later. Fast and clear advice.

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“Professional and Reliable Support”

Jack supported me professionally during this challenging time. His solution-focused approach, clear communication, and realistic guidance made the process much smoother. I would confidently recommend him to anyone.

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We are so grateful for your kind words. Thanks for sharing your review with us and we hope you consider us again should you need legal services in the future.

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Employment matter

The whole experience was excellent from start to finish. At all times the advice was professional, expert, pragmatic and responsive.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Joanne Evans

I was recommended Joanne via a friend of my brother’s for a potential employment matter. Joanne was excellent. Calm and laser focused, she guided me through the process, fought my corner with sharp and unanswerable points and reached for me, a successful conclusion.

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We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know you enjoyed our service. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to advising you again.

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Andrew Vaughan

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Andrew

Very satisfied by the service recieved by Vicki. Proffessional, accurate. will recomend

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Thank you so much for your kind feedback, Andrew. We’re glad to hear that Vicki from our Employment team was able to provide you with professional and accurate support regarding your matter. Thank you for trusting Myerson and we wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Employment Team Myerson Solicitors

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Chris Williams

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Isobel Barton was a huge help with my claim for unfair dismissal. She was an invaluable source of valuable information on process and procedure. She has my utmost gratitude for her tireless work.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely feedback, Chris. We’re delighted to hear that Isobel was able to support you with her knowledge and hard work in your unfair dismissal claim. Thank you for your recommendation and wish you all the best for the future. Kind regards, The Employment Team Myerson Solicitors

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Kirsten Smith

Employment

Kirsten

Great professional service from Jack Latham

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Kirsten. We’re delighted to hear that Jack was able to provide you with a professional service. Thank you for recommending Myerson. We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Employment Law Team Myerson Solicitors

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Tekin Tolmac

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Tekin

The company’s employees( Anjali & Emily ) are very friendly and professional. I am truly pleased to have worked with them. I would highly recommend them to everyone.

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Thank you for this lovely 5-star review, Tekin. We’re pleased to hear that Anjali and Emily were able to assist you in a friendly and professional manner. Thank you for trusting Myerson. We wish you all the best for the future. Kind regards, The Employment Team Myerson Solicitors

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julie houghton

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julie

Charlotte Gilbert gave me really good, clear advice. She explained my options. Detailed the costs and gave me the option to think about her advice before making any decisions. Great service.

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Thank you for leaving this kind review, Julie. We’re delighted to hear that Charlotte was able to give you clear advice. Thank you for recommending Myerson. Kind regards, The Employment Team Myerson Solicitors

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