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Severance work in England covers how employees are legally ended from their job, including dismissal, redundancy and negotiated settlement terms. A solicitor in this area helps you understand what compensation or settlement is fair, drafts or reviews settlement agreements, negotiates terms with your employer, and advises on rights during redundancy consultations and unfair dismissal claims. The work matters because proper handling can protect entitlements and avoid costly disputes.
19 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (10)Redundancy (3)
What Severance clients highlight
“I needed some advice for my redundancy settlement agreement, the team at FJG were very efficient and Ashton made it very easy for me to understand the agreement and the implications of the agreement. I would definitely recommend for anyone who needs sound advice on redundancy.”
12 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (6)
What Severance clients highlight
“I contacted Martin Tolhursts regarding an employment matter and was provided with a first class service. Everything was explained fully and ensured that I was fully aware of what was going on.”
220 Severance reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (132)Employment Law (58)Redundancy (14)
26 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (12)Employment Law (7)Redundancy (3)
37 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (16)Settlement Agreements (7)Redundancy (3)
Leads the Severance team
Justin Emerson
Partner
Works with Josh Fresle
“Josh and Karen made this whole stressful experience so much easier with their professional and accurate advice. They kept me informed every step oft eh way, even when it seemed there was nothing happening they kept in touch. So glad I took the recommendation from the Royal British Legion. They are an amazing firm.”
4 Severance reviews
Leads the Severance team
Kerry Hudson
Partner, Head of Litigation & Employment
Works with Ashlea Hunt
“I have nothing but praise for this firm of Solicitors who my company have used for Business Matters, Staff Issues and Staff Contracts. I have used them personally for conveyancing and found them nothing but professional, helpful with fast response times. I have no qualms in recommending them. Thank you to a great Team.”
21 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (12)UK Employment Laws (7)
Leads the Severance team
Katie Hodson
Partner, head of employment
Works with Charlie Wood and 2 more
“Always a pleasure working with Aisling. She is extremely efficient, professional, and easy to communicate with, which makes even complex matters feel straightforward. I would highly recommend her.”
47 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Professional Discipline (46)Tribunal Claims (4)
40 Severance reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (20)Employment Law (11)Redundancy (9)
15 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Tribunal Claims (5)Employment Law (3)Settlement Agreements (3)
20 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (6)Settlement Agreements (6)Employment Contracts (4)
69 Severance reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (56)Settlement Agreements (9)Flexible Working (4)
Leads the Severance team
Peter James
Partner
Works with Catherine Morris and 1 more
“I found Peter James to be very personable, knowledgeable and he provided very good advice in relation to my settlement figure.”
81 Severance reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (50)Settlement Agreements (27)Redundancy (10)
Your solicitor
Edward Bowman
Solicitor
“Very professional and supportive throughout my redundancy process. Clear advice, quick responses, and made everything easy to understand. Highly recommend.”
36 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (27)Employment Law (7)Redundancy (5)
237 Severance reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (154)Settlement Agreements (47)UK Employment Laws (16)
75 Severance reviews 3 reviews this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (30)Settlement Agreements (24)Redundancy (17)
76 Severance reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (33)Settlement Agreements (21)Redundancy (16)
9 Severance reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (5)
23 Severance reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (11)Settlement Agreements (10)Employment Contracts (3)
Rankings are worked out mainly from client reviews: the ratings clients give and how recent the reviews are, with reviews about Severance counting most. We also take into account how much of a firm's work is in Severance.
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