Employment Law

When employment law feels like a maze, we make it clear and simple, no matter your role or your industry.  

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Personal employment law services for you

Whether you are facing a personal or professional employment issue, worried about your income, reputation, or future career, our employment law experts can help you get the outcome you need.
  • Employment contracts

    If you need advice on issues related to your employment contract, consultancy agreement, or contract for services, our employment contract solicitors can help.

  •  Employment disputes

    A dispute with your employer can cause stress, financial loss and reputational harm. Our employment dispute solicitors provide expert guidance and support to help you protect your rights.

  • Dismissal and redundancy

    Facing dismissal or redundancy can be stressful, especially if it’s unfair or discriminatory. Our solicitors can help you pursue a wrongful or constructive dismissal claim or negotiate an early settlement.

  • Equality, diversity and discrimination

    If you’ve faced discrimination at work, our employment law solicitors can help you complain and seek compensation.

  • Harassment & bullying

    If you’ve been bullied or harassed at work, our employment solicitors can advise you on your rights. Whether you need help with a grievance or a discrimination claim, we have the expertise to support you.

  • Disciplinary and grievance

    Our professional discipline lawyers can advise and defend you if you are facing (or are at risk of facing) a regulatory investigation or prosecution.

Speak to our experts

We have the largest private client team in the UK; our team of experts are here to provide discreet legal advice to support you and your family.

About Irwin Mitchell

Whether you are facing a personal or professional employment issue, worried about your income, reputation, or future career, our employment law experts can help you get the outcome you need.

We can help you at any stage of your employment:

  • Before you start your job
    We can help you negotiate and review your employment contract, as well as advise on restrictive covenants
  • Disputes while employed
    Including disciplinary and grievance issues. Our team can advise on bullying, harassment, discrimination and family-friendly rights
  • Issues with leaving
    If your employer has unfairly dismissed you, forced you out, or you have been through redundancy, our lawyers can help you negotiate a suitable settlement agreement and severance package
  • Issues post-termination
    Your employment contract and other documents may contain restrictions on your future activity. We can advise on whether these restrictions are enforceable or defend you if a breach of contract claim is made.
  • Business owners 
    If you are a business owner, manager or HR professional, we have a team of business lawyers to help guide through any employee issues. 
     

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With solicitors based in locations across the UK, Irwin Mitchell acts as your long-term legal partner, wherever you are based.
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Our commitment to you

Our experts always start by listening, so we understand what matters most from day one.
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    Clear legal guidance

    You will always get straightforward, honest advice, with regular updates to keep you clear on the way forward.

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    Specialist knowledge

    A wide-ranging team of trusted specialists who understand what it takes to protect your future, your family or your business.

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    Your needs first

    Whether you’re navigating complex personal situations or business decisions, we take the time to understand your world and what’s at stake.

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