The Employment Protection Scheme covers safeguards for workers in relation to dismissal, discrimination, redundancy and other workplace rights, enforced through statutory regimes and the employment tribunal system. A solicitor in this area drafts and negotiates claims, reviews or serves documents, collects and organises evidence (such as contractual terms, wage records and disciplinary notices), advises on whether a claim is correctly raised, and represents the client in communications with the employer, ACAS conciliation, and, if needed, the Employment Tribunal or County Court. Practice often involves advising on time limits, interim relief and the steps to protect a client’s ongoing earnings and status.
Where a solicitor protects your position
The core stakes are the potential loss of rightful pay, reinstatement or re-engagement, and the protection of ongoing earnings, with deadlines and procedural steps that must be followed precisely to avoid losing a claim. A solicitor provides regulated professional accountability, client money protection, and clear guidance on how evidence should be prepared and submitted.
