Employment law covers the rights and duties between workers and employers, including contracts of employment, wages, hours, discrimination, redundancy, and minimum standards. A solicitor practising this area helps with drafting and reviewing contracts, policies and settlement agreements; handling grievances, disciplinary processes, and TUPE transfers; and pursuing or defending claims in the Employment Tribunal or higher courts. They collect evidence, advise on remedies, and negotiate settlements to resolve disputes arising from work relationships.
Where a solicitor protects your position
Key decisions include initiating or defending claims under the Equality Act, unfair dismissal, and redundancy legislation within strict time limits. A solicitor ensures compliance with statutory procedures, gathers witness statements, compiles documentation, and advocates the client’s position at hearings or settlements, protecting the client from irreversible steps or penalties if deadlines are missed.