Most employment disputes start off with the employer having to make a grievance or being the subject of a disciplinary allegation. Getting advice at an early stage so you know your rights and options is important. If you get advice in drafting your grievance or your response to a disciplinary allegation you will be in a better position to challenge the outcome on appeal or in the employment tribunal. I can also provide advice on settlement agreements and assist in negotiations with your employer and through ACAS if you are looking to settle without legal proceedings.
Although the ET procedures are supposed to be informal, in reality they are becoming increasingly complex. To put yourself in the best position you need advice on how to set out your claim, how to manage the procedure running up the hearing, how to apply for disclosure of information and documentation, how to set out a witness statement and all the other procedural issues that can come up. I can help provide advice in drafting the claim and all the procedural steps you will need to navigate to give yourself the best chance of success.
Most cases settle, but some will end in a hearing. I am able to represent you at a hearing and conduct the advocacy for your case. If you would prefer to run the hearing your self I can still provide advice and guidance in what to expect, including the procedure, legal arguments and closing statements.