Best Employment Solicitors in York

Compare the best Employment solicitors and lawyers in York, ranked by verified client reviews: 38 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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    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.

    1

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,610 Reviews

    669 Employment reviews 6 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (370)Employment Law (251)Redundancy (87)

    Tim Edgeley Your solicitor Tim Edgeley Partner in Employment Law 5.0 from 1 client review
    “This was a very stressful time for me, and one which I had no idea how to navigate through successfully. Jamie and the team at Poole Alcock were supportive, professional and extremely helpful and transparent from the beginning. I'm very thankful for all their assistance, and would highly recommend them to others.”
    A client review matching your search · about Jamie Riseley
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Fast service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    2

    Slater Heelis

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    4.9 2,045 Reviews

    132 Employment reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Employment Law (43)Settlement Agreements (28)Flexible Working (17)

    Debbie Coyne Leads the Employment team Debbie Coyne Partner 5.0 from 7 client reviews
    Sylviane KokouendoHelen FranklandAndrew MiddletonShazia Ashraf Works with Sylviane Kokouendo and 3 more
    “As a growing business we were met with a particularly troublesome legal predicament which overwhelmed us at first. Debbie's reassurance and professionalism told us where we stood and advised us on the best methods to move forward. Throughout the process, updates were frequent and thorough. Even times when Debbie was out of the office, the team at Slater Heelis were able to pick up the baton, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted process. Would definitely recommend and will certainly use again in future.”
    A client review matching your search · about Debbie Coyne
    • Professional service
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawThe Law Society
    3

    Pepperells Ltd

    4.8 3,850 Reviews

    130 Employment reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (80)Employment Law (31)Redundancy (21)

    4

    Ison Harrison Limited

    4.7 4,225 Reviews

    122 Employment reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (55)Employment Law (38)Redundancy (24)

    5

    Harrowells Limited

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    4.9 319 Reviews

    24 Employment reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Employment Law (12)Settlement Agreements (8)Redundancy (4)

    Mevish Arif Your solicitor Mevish Arif Solicitor 3.7 from 1 client review
    “A friend of mine (Aimee Costello) is a Partner at Harrowells who helped put me in touch with Emily Turner and Mevish Arif to deal with a settlement agreement following notice of redundancy. Mevish, Kirsty and the team were friendly, professional and had the matter dealt with quickly and efficiently. I would not hesitate to use the firm again in future.”
    A client review matching your search · about Emily Turner
    • Professional service
    • Efficient handling
    • Friendly team
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyCyber Essentials CertifiedThe Legal 500 UK
    Free initial advice
    6

    Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd

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    5.0 455 Reviews

    288 Employment reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Employment Law (227)Settlement Agreements (46)Redundancy (18)

    Marie Walsh Leads the Employment team Marie Walsh Director 5.0 from 56 client reviews
    Victoria HornerKieran Conlon Works with Victoria Horner and 1 more
    “The team responded immediately to my request for initial advice and guided me on how to approach a difficult, stressful situation with my employment, Kieran was then quick to respond to the request to review and formally advise, giving expert advice and helping me resolve the situation.”
    A client review matching your search · about Kieran Conlon
    • prompt response
    • clear advice
    • supportive staff
    Free initial advice
    8

    Pattinson & Brewer

    4.8 350 Reviews

    40 Employment reviews

    Reviewed for Tribunal Claims (15)Employment Law (8)Constructive/Unfair Dismissal (5)

    10

    Flint Bishop Limited

    5.0 744 Reviews

    16 Employment reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (4)

    16

    Stowe Family Law LLP

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    4.8 4,810 Reviews

    1 Employment review

    What Employment clients highlight

    • patient and helpful
    • clear communication
    • professional and knowledgeable
    • compassionate and supportive

    4.8 from 4,810 client reviews

    “Great service form start to finish. With the help from Hannah Ross and Sarah Sowden, they managed maternity cover and a very tricky and slow opposition. All whilst being considerate of my incurring costs and an emotional and stressful situation. For me however, it's always the human approach they take and for this, I'd happily always recommend to anyone and everyone. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Hannah Ross
    • Speaks
    • Family LawFamily Law AdvancedChildren LawThe Law Society
    17

    National Legal Service Limited

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    4.9 94 Reviews

    1 Employment review

    What Employment clients highlight

    • Excellent service
    • Very prompt
    • Caring considerate
    • Approachable professional

    4.9 from 94 client reviews

    “Punam Kannas was amazing with my case for such short notice she had everything in hand and updated me regularly with any changes and was always there if a had any questions. Would highly recommend :) Thank you National Legal Services ”
    A client review matching your search · about Punam Kannas
    • Speaks
    • Family LawFamily Law AdvancedChildren LawThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    20

    Laker Legal Solicitors Ltd

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    5.0 169 Reviews

    What Employment clients highlight

    • Professional and polite
    • Prompt and responsive
    • Attentive to case
    • Honest and trustworthy

    5.0 from 169 client reviews

    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily MediationThe Law Society
    Free initial advice

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    How many Employment solicitors are there in York?

    We have ranked 38 law firms for Employment in York, listed in order on this page.

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