Best Executives Solicitors in County Durham

Compare the best Executives solicitors and lawyers in County Durham, ranked by verified client reviews: 62 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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    Executives in employment law covers senior employees whose contracts are specially tailored and often include bespoke terms on pay, bonuses, share schemes, restrictive covenants and post‑termination arrangements. A solicitor in this area drafts, negotiates and reviews executive contracts, negotiates bonuses, options and vesting, and advises on non‑compete, non‑solicit and restraint provisions, as well as garden leave and termination packages. It also covers disputes over dismissal, bonuses, and equal treatment where high‑level decisions or incentives are involved.

    1

    Richard Reed Ltd

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    4.8 752 Reviews

    100 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (41)Settlement Agreements (39)Redundancy (13)

    Kat Moody Your solicitor Kat Moody Associate Solicitor 5.0 from 89 client reviews
    “Very informative with information to assist me in making a very important decision. I would also like to mention the service Hilda Preston provided because she was the one that I had most of the contact with and I found her to be very helpful with responses to my queries and getting matters resolved swiftly for me. Thank you for all your help Hilda and Kat, I really appreciated every thing. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Kat Moody
    • professional service
    • friendly staff
    • fast responses
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    2

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,612 Reviews

    669 Executives reviews

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

    Tim Edgeley Your solicitor Tim Edgeley Partner in Employment Law
    “Poole Alcock are professional, friendly and with the ideal blend of technical knowledge and pragmatism to get the job done right, first time!”
    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
    3

    Pepperells Ltd

    4.8 3,850 Reviews

    130 Executives reviews

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

    4

    Ison Harrison Limited

    4.7 4,226 Reviews

    122 Executives reviews

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

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    Sweeney Miller LLP

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    4.9 1,465 Reviews

    12 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (4)Settlement Agreements (4)

    Paul Lott Your solicitor Paul Lott Senior Associate, Head of Employment Law
    “Great meeting, helped me understand anything i was unsure about and answered any questions i had regarding the settlement. Never once felt rushed for time.”
    A client review matching your search · about Paul Lott
    • Excellent communication
    • Professional service
    • Prompt responses
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyLexcel - Practice Management Standard
    Free initial advice
    6

    Hewitts

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    4.8 1,076 Reviews

    73 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (32)Employment Law (19)Redundancy (9)

    Rachel Evetts Leads the Executives team Rachel Evetts Head of People
    Ben GreenKim NielsenRebecca EversonAnna Sowerby Works with Ben Green and 3 more
    “Ben was calm and professional and very efficient. Explained the contract i was signing in layman's terms. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Ben Green
    • Efficient service
    • Clear communication
    • Friendly staff
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawThe Law Society
    7

    EMG Solicitors

    4.8 1,286 Reviews

    23 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (11)Settlement Agreements (10)Employment Contracts (3)

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    BHP Law

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    4.8 481 Reviews

    27 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (12)Employment Law (10)Redundancy (4)

    Anthony Willis Your solicitor Anthony Willis Senior Associate - Employment Law 5.0 from 27 client reviews
    “Being the first time I've needed a solicitor I wasn't sure what to expect, and I couldn't be happier. Anthony was informative and helpful throughout our dealings, took the time to explain everything at a level I would understand. Reasonable in every regard and got the matter resolved quickly. Could not recommend a solicitor more. I hope I won't need a solicitor again but if I do, I know who I'll be calling.”
    A client review matching your search · about Anthony Willis
    • Very professional
    • Efficient service
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeWills and Inheritance Quality SchemeCyber Essentials CertifiedMental Capacity
    Free initial advice
    9

    Milners

    4.9 518 Reviews

    19 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (9)Redundancy (4)Employment Contracts (3)

    11

    Irwin Mitchell LLP

    4.7 13,771 Reviews

    10 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (3)Tribunal Claims (3)

    12

    Swinburne Maddison LLP

    5.0 162 Reviews

    52 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (19)Employment Law (14)Employment Contracts (7)

    15

    Hay & Kilner LLP

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    4.8 328 Reviews

    10 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (4)Settlement Agreements (4)Redundancy (3)

    Sarah Hall Leads the Executives team Sarah Hall Partner 5.0 from 4 client reviews
    Sarah Furness Works with Sarah Furness
    “Inna was extremely friendly which put me at ease instantly. She explained every section of my contract so I could easily understand. From start to finish, Inna was incredibly professional and was extremely efficient, I was very happy with Inna’s excellent service. I would highly recommend Inna.”
    A client review matching your search · about Inna Ratsebarska
    • Professional and friendly
    • Efficient and prompt
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    Free initial advice
    16

    Meikles Solicitors LLP

    4.5 116 Reviews

    9 Executives reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (3)Settlement Agreements (3)

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    How many Executives solicitors are there in County Durham?

    We have ranked 62 law firms for Executives in County Durham, listed in order on this page.

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