Biography
Abbi has a particular specialism in contentious work and has successfully represented and defended Employment Tribunal claims spanning a wide range of areas including unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE and whistleblowing.
Abbi advises both employers and employees, enabling her to provide practical and objective advice to clients in order to achieve positive outcomes.
Abbi also works in the specialist Legal Expenses Insurance team, representing both employees and employers who have the benefit of legal expense insurance funding.
Recent Highlights
- Successfully represented a client in the Employment Appeal Tribunal in relation to whether an employee on long term sick leave is assigned to the organised grouping of employees transferring in a TUPE transfer.
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Successfully applied and obtained a reconsideration of an Employment Tribunal’s judgment in the client’s favour.
- Negotiated a settlement of over £175,000 for a client who had been subject to sex discrimination upon her return to work following a period of maternity leave.
Abbi qualified as a solicitor in 2017.
Testimonials
"Found the Irwin Mitchell team of Abbi, Lewis and Leah excellent. Advice very thorough and professional. Easily contactable. Great to work with." - 5* Trustpilot review
Recently used Irwin Mitchell and I highly recommend them. I dealt with Lewis Black, Abbi Copson and Leah Webb and I must say I cannot recommend them enough. Always professional and offer advice, getting back to you quickly. Would highly recommend these guys and Irwin Mitchell. - 5* Trustpilot review
"I went through a difficult time with my previous employers who had dismissed me wrongfully. Abbi and her team were extremely professional, helpful and compassionate to my case. They went above and beyond for me to help bring justice to my matter. I am utterly grateful for their assistance and could not have asked for a better solicitor and team. I would recommend Irwin Mitchell to all. Thank you!" - 5* Trustpilot review
