Employment
We understand that a person's job is a key part of their life. And that for employer a happy and effective workforce is essential to a successful business. As a result employment law issues demand close attention.
In this fast developing area of law our aim is to cater for all your needs and help you meet the challenges you face as a business or as an employee. We advise on all aspects of employment law from the commencement of an employment relationship to its termination and beyond.
Our employment lawyers work closely with the firm's commercial and litigation departments providing commercial and practical solutions to employment problems, performing Tribunal or court action if necessary.
We have extensive experience in advising employer clients on how to limit the risk of employment claims and resolve workplace disputes. We also use this knowledge to benefit our employee clients whose employers are not so well advised, assisting them in maximising termination packages or bringing Tribunal claims.
For employers we:
- Lead you through the recruitment process
- Prepare employment contracts specifically tailored to the needs of your business
- Draft restrictive covenants and advise on enforcement
- Advise on achieving a "fair dismissal"
- Assist with employee work permit and visa applications
We produce employee handbooks and provide guidance on the application of policies including disciplinary and dismissal, grievances, maternity and family leave.
We can give guidance to employers and employees on:
- Redundancy procedures
- Statutory consultation obligations
- TUPE Regulations
- Conduct of unfair dismissal and discrimination claims
- Negotiation and advice on employment contracts
- Advice on termination/compromise agreements
EMPACT Employment Protection Scheme
EMPACT allows clients to receive our employment law services in a totally new manner and is made up of three components and is designed to enable your business to fix its annual legal spend dealing with employment law issues. EMPACT includes an audit of your current employment practices and procedures, a telephone advice line connecting you with a qualified solicitor, and insurance protection against the legal fees and compensation costs associated with a claim brought against your business. Further information regarding EMPACT is available on request via email lquinn@bishopandsewell.co.uk.Employment Law Newsletter
We produce regular free e-mail newsletters on employment law issues and forthcoming changes to the law. If you would like to receive these newsletters then please send your e-mail address and contact details to lq@bishopandsewell.co.uk.
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