Best People Development Solicitors in Merseyside

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    This area covers how a workplace grows and supports its staff—training, progression, coaching, and opportunities to develop skills within the job. A solicitor in this field drafts and reviews development policies, apprenticeship and training schemes, and performance-management processes; advises on discrimination or disadvantage in access to development opportunities; and helps implement talent programs while ensuring compliance with employment law and equality duties. It shapes how people advance without risking legal problems for the employer.

    1

    Slater Heelis

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    4.9 2,051 Reviews

    133 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (43)Settlement Agreements (29)Redundancy (18)

    Debbie Coyne Leads the People Development team Debbie Coyne Partner 5.0 from 8 client reviews
    Sylviane KokouendoHelen FranklandAndrew MiddletonShazia Ashraf Works with Sylviane Kokouendo and 3 more
    “I came to Slater Heelies after a disaster with previous solicitor. Alex from the onset was friendly, reassuring, professional but firm. Many times she had to challenge my perspectives and encouraged strength. Alex had an objective approach and was always quick and prompt in replying to emails and calls. Her in depth knowledge was reassuring and was able to relay in a succinct manner that was easy to digest. I felt with Alex’s friendly manner that she always had my best interests at the heart and was extremely reassuring during the whole process which was really appreciated. I would have no hesitation in using her again… but at the same time hope that there would never be a need. Thank you ”
    A client review matching your search · about Alexandra Goldrein
    • Professional service
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawThe Law Society
    2

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,614 Reviews

    669 People Development 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

    Confidere Legal

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    5.0 689 Reviews

    677 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (381)Settlement Agreements (364)Redundancy (100)

    Gareth Roberts Your solicitor Gareth Roberts Solicitor 5.0 from 520 client reviews
    “Gareth demonstrated exceptional responsiveness from the outset. After I contacted him late one evening, he arranged a call for the following morning and provided tailored, reassuring advice during a period that was both new and unsettling for me due to my recent redundancy. He remained attentive at every stage through to the signing of the agreement and supported me in securing a positive outcome. I would be pleased to engage his services again and recommend him without hesitation.”
    A client review matching your search · about Gareth Roberts
    • Very responsive
    • Professional service
    • Clear communication
    4

    Ison Harrison Limited

    4.7 4,230 Reviews

    122 People Development reviews

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

    5

    Forbes Solicitors LLP

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    4.9 1,426 Reviews

    54 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (25)Settlement Agreements (7)Employment Contracts (5)

    Gabriela Hammond Leads the People Development team Gabriela Hammond Head of HR Consultancy, Employment 5.0 from 7 client reviews
    Emma SwanJennifer SmithRuth Rule-MullenJo Handler Works with Emma Swan and 4 more
    “I recently engaged Jen to assist with the termination of a member of staff who was within a probationary period under what could have been difficult circumstances and with her assistance we were able to conclude the termination without any drama. Jen was responsive and clear with the advice provided even getting back to me during her day off to celebrate her birthday”
    A client review matching your search · about Jennifer Smith
    • Excellent communication
    • Very professional
    • Highly recommended
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily Law AdvancedChildren Law
    6

    Mccarthy Bennett Holland Solicitors Llp

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    4.9 604 Reviews

    33 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (17)Employment Law (7)Redundancy (6)

    Paul Quinn Your solicitor Paul Quinn Solicitor 5.0 from 33 client reviews
    “Paul was a delight to work with, his communication was brilliant. My issue was dealt with quickly and efficiently and was easily contactable whenever I needed him. I would 100% recommend, thank you! ”
    A client review matching your search · about Paul Quinn
    • Excellent communication
    • Responsive and helpful
    • Professional service
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily Law AdvancedThe Law SocietyResolution First for Family Law
    Free initial advice
    7

    Richard Nelson LLP

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    4.9 1,398 Reviews

    360 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Professional Discipline (234)Employment Law (69)Settlement Agreements (33)

    Steve Roberts Leads the People Development team Steve Roberts Partner 4.9 from 56 client reviews
    Jayne HarrisonCraig HollingdrakeAndrew ScottCraig Maher Works with Jayne Harrison and 4 more
    “I am very glad I was oriented by Marie Dancer regarding the legal aspects of obtaining registration and license with the GMC. She was very professional and dedicated. I strongly recommend that doctors intending to practise in the UK to seek for her advice.”
    A client review matching your search · about Marie Dawn Dancer
    • knowledgeable staff
    • clear communication
    • very responsive
    • Speaks
    • Criminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law AdvancedImmigration and Asylum
    Free initial advice
    8

    Butcher & Barlow LLP

    4.8 783 Reviews

    152 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (118)Settlement Agreements (42)Redundancy (14)

    9

    Emg Solicitors Limited

    4.8 1,286 Reviews

    23 People Development reviews

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

    10

    CEL Solicitors

    4.9 17,344 Reviews

    7 People Development reviews

    11

    Farleys Solicitors LLP

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    4.7 650 Reviews

    113 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (51)Settlement Agreements (25)Redundancy (18)

    Victoria Mitchell Leads the People Development team Victoria Mitchell Partner 5.0 from 56 client reviews
    Rebecca MillerBob Worsley Works with Rebecca Miller and 1 more
    “Bob Worsley advised me on my recent Voluntary Redundancy. The advise he gave helped me get the required settlement. I would recommend Farleys to anyone who has an employment issue. Very professional and extremely efficient. Thank you Bob”
    A client review matching your search · about Bob Worsley
    • Professional
    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Approachable service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawChildren Law
    12

    Gamlins Law Limited

    4.9 1,218 Reviews

    29 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (17)Settlement Agreements (6)Constructive/Unfair Dismissal (3)

    14

    Irwin Mitchell Llp

    4.7 13,777 Reviews

    10 People Development reviews

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

    15

    Msb Solicitors Limited

    4.8 1,052 Reviews

    62 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (30)Settlement Agreements (14)Redundancy (5)

    16

    Brown Turner Ross Limited

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    4.6 447 Reviews

    3 People Development reviews

    What People Development clients highlight

    • Professional service
    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Efficient service
    • Clear communication

    4.6 from 447 client reviews

    “i would not hesitate to recommend Brown Turner Ross LTD’s services, they gave me insightful advice when it came to needing guidance on a settlement agreement I was entering into with my employer.”
    A client review matching your search · about Micaela Dempsey
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawThe Law Society
    17

    Cartwright King Solicitors

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    4.7 1,382 Reviews

    41 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (17)Constructive/Unfair Dismissal (7)Professional Discipline (6)

    What People Development clients highlight

    • Excellent communication
    • Highly knowledgeable
    • Compassionate support
    • Professional service

    4.7 from 1,382 client reviews

    “They were very professional and understanding. Sonia Rucker who was dealing with my case was very good and professional and even when was off she was very organised and won my case b4 reaching court I will use Cartwright king again if needed. A big thankyou to Sonia and her team Kind regards Mr Dhillon”
    A client review matching your search · about Sonia Racker
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    18

    VC LAW

    4.9 368 Reviews

    2 People Development reviews

    20

    Aaron & Partners LLP

    5.0 244 Reviews

    90 People Development reviews

    Reviewed for Employment Law (39)Settlement Agreements (34)Redundancy (12)

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