Having the right employees, on the right terms, with the right performance levels is critical to every business.
At the same time, enforcement of employment rights is fundamentally important to every individual. We act for both.
At the heart of both situations is an ability to handle problems – if they arise - within the law. Without this, time which should be spent on positive matters is spent dealing with historical disputes.
SME’s are at particular risk. They do not have the resources of larger businesses. Yet they get no special dispensation when mistakes are made and they end up in an Employment Tribunal.
We understand these commercial realities. They are integral to both areas of the unit’s work:
Uncontested
A high level of prevention is available. We can assist through skilled advice as to –
- Handbooks
- Contracts
- Discipline & Grievance
- Discrimination & Equal Opportunities
- Commercial Agents Agreements
- Standard letters or forms
Our advice allows a company to stay one step ahead of any problems and ensure the strongest position possible in the event of any claims.
Contested
Many law firms do Employment litigation. Not many do it well. We have the experience, skills and commerciality (acting for either employer or employee) to deal with -
- Internal disciplinary matters
- Unfair Dismissal
- Discrimination & Harassment claims
- Compliance with statutory procedures
- Compensation claims by agents
- Tribunal Representation
We take pride in accurate assessment of strengths and weaknesses. For example we can advise employees when the company has committed such a serious procedural breach that nothing else matters.
For employers, we believe in a rounded approach, where we know the client’s business, and protect it, well before any claims come in. We then adopt a robust and efficient defence.
And efficiency is critical. An Employment Tribunal is unlikely to award costs, even if you win. So getting the right advice, at the right time is paramount.
'An excellent service'
Contact Michael Morse in our Dock Street office for further information on 0113 225 8852.
