“Boyes Turner is an important partner for us in EMEA. They act as an extension of the in-house lawyer and offer competent and practical advice on day-to-day personnel and labour law issues. BDB Pitmans` employment team is experienced in litigation and non-litigation work, from dismissals and discrimination cases to recruitment advice and support. The team has strengthened its work in the corporate sector, with experience, including due diligence issues and TUPE work. The firm is run nationally by Brian Gegg in London and Caroline Yarrow, who divides her time between London and Southampton. Legal Director Claire Wagstaff leads in the South, where she is highly respected in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Chris Greep, who was recently promoted to partner, is also a key point of contact, especially for business-related tasks. Freeths LLP advises in all major areas of employment law, restructuring, TUPE advice, human resources policy, litigation and immigration. The company has expertise in education, hospitality and leisure, where it deals with issues such as pensions, disciplinary matters and unions. Christopher Sing leads the work team and works for corporate clients in addition to high net worth private clients. Toni Hudson handles complex discrimination and dismissal complaints. COMPANY: Lawsons Whetstone Ltd TESTIMONIAL: We are very pleased with the exceptional service we receive from the Clifton Ingram team and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a diligent acquisition and ownership transfer service. All communication is transparent and the team keeps us informed at all times.
Lawsons has worked with Tim, Barry and the team on numerous occasions. In an efficient, professional and reliable manner, we will continue to use Clifton Ingram for all our real estate purchases and legal matters. “Tim Forer – great support. The rest of the team is efficient and helpful. We deal primarily with Tim Forer, who handles our employment issues, but often delegates some workflows to team members. In any case, the team is efficient and helpful, with minimal effort. Answers emails/calls, just really `on it`. “Lewis Silkin provides excellent service to its customers. Their accounting is appropriate and their knowledge of employment law in several areas is exceptional. Richard Miskella leads Lewis Silkin LLP`s extensive team of employment and litigation specialists, covering investigations, unions, discrimination, and support for international transactions and restructuring. Clients come from the financial services, technology, retail and creative sectors.
“Exceptional” litigator Toni Lorenzo is considered an expert in restrictive covenants and team movement, while Miskella is a well-known partner for investigations and cultural change programs. President Michael Burd also assists many high-profile employer clients with high-value disputes, executive layoffs and strategic projects. Also noteworthy are James Davies, a senior labour practitioner, Colin Leckey for worker status and equal pay, Michael Anderson, a litigator at the Supreme Court, and Karen Baxter, head of workplace investigations. Shalina Crossley is recommended for socio-economic discrimination and health and safety issues. King & Spalding LLP is particularly recommended for cross-border employment projects, namely recruitment, Brexit-related exercises and surveys. Jules Quinn, Senior Partner, frequently works with corporate lawyers from U.S. and foreign multinationals in the context of employee transfers and European workforce restructuring. Led by Marc Long, a qualified lawyer and experienced adjudicator, Clarke Willmott LLP`s employment and human resources team is well equipped to work for a range of clients on contentious issues such as wrongful dismissals, discrimination complaints and harassment issues. Long is joined by recently promoted senior partner Nicole Adams, known for her attention to detail. The team is also strong in non-litigation work, where Adams conducts training and conducts complex investigations for clients, and Long is particularly known for his TUPE work.
The company`s offering was bolstered by the hiring of Gina McCadden in 2021. “Russell Brimelow is an excellent client service partner who wants to understand our business and the needs of our in-house legal team. “Both David Cubitt and Victoria Parry have the legal expertise and strong client relationships. Both are adept at discussing and exploring different ways of dealing with a situation. BDB Pitmans specialises in employment advice on corporate structuring and transactions, with cross-border restructurings, employment contracts and labour relations consultancy being the main areas of work. Brian Gegg, Practice Manager, is a recommended consultant for all types of HR support, particularly in the realestate, transportation and IT fields. “Our main point of contact within the employment team is Carol Shaw. I believe that without the professional help of Carol Shaw, who has excellent knowledge and experience in labour law, we would not have achieved the positive results. Carol is super efficient and personable. The employment team at Southampton-based Blake Morgan LLP is part of the firm`s broader employment, benefits, immigration and pensions team, led from Cardiff by Ron Burgess, who handles both litigious and non-litigious work for a variety of clients. Team Leader Tim Forer is particularly adept at handling files for clients in the charitable, educational, naval and defence sectors, drawing on his unique experience as a former Royal Navy officer.
Vicky Schollar, Senior Partner, leads the firm`s HR employment law support, advising clients on issues ranging from sick leave management to more complex issues such as restrictive covenants and mass dismissals. Holly Cudbill has expertise in GDPR and general data protection law issues, as well as defending claims related to unfair dismissal and discrimination. “GQ Littler is an exceptional work practice that specializes in litigation between executives and high earners. The quality of their legal skills and strategic thinking is truly top-notch. Tees Law has particular expertise in TUPE, shareholder disputes, post-termination restrictions and employment contracts. His recent areas of work include assisting clients in the defense of disputes arising from vacation matters. The company advises senior executives, business leaders and owner investors in the fields of agriculture, education, transport and logistics. Practice Manager Robert Whitaker is recognized for his experience in the areas of data protection, TUPE, agriculture and restructuring management. Katherine Jameson regularly advises executives and managers on restrictive exits and conventions. “We work closely with Nick Hobden, the partner who heads the employment department, and Ben Stepney, the partner in the same department. Both are knowledgeable, responsive and proactive in the service they provide and I think over the years we have developed an excellent professional friendship and working relationship with them.
“I appreciate the professional and pragmatic approach to the M&A tasks and projects we are working on.
