Helping your business resolve disputes with employees
Many employers will face an employment tribunal claim during the course of running their business. Whilst it is possible for employers to represent themselves in an employment tribunal if a claim is brought by an employee (or former employee), it is highly recommended that you seek legal advice from specialist employment law solicitors concerning your circumstances.
At Nelsons, we excel at getting the best outcome for you and your organisation. Our team of employment law solicitors in Derby, Leicester, and Nottingham is one of the largest in the East Midlands with many years of experience in dealing with employment tribunals and employment appeal tribunals.
We work together with employers to guide them through and offer support with every stage of an employment dispute, from handling internal grievance processes, through the ACAS early conciliation procedure, to the employment tribunal hearing itself.
Our team recognises that each case is unique. We look to make an early assessment of each situation and provide advice based on your individual circumstances, empowering you to decide on the course of action which achieves the best result for your organisation and keeps you in control.
Employment tribunals resolve disputes that arise between employers and employees and are designed to be less formal than Civil Courts. They have the ability to hear a wide variety of claims, including:
Discrimination – based on any one of the nine protected characteristics (outlined in the Equality Act 2010) of:
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"Nelsons Solicitors Limited‘s ‘very professional and competent' team of employment specialists is led by Laura Kearsley , an experienced litigator with a proven track record defending clients in a breach of contract, discrimination, whistleblowing and restrictive covenant cases. Kearsley also plays an integral role in growing the team and strengthening its presence in Nottingham, Leicester and Derby, and has welcomed senior associate Beth Bearder, in addition to two associates, to bolster its multi-locational group. Directors Melanie Morton and Peter Nicholson have a balanced litigious and non-contentious practice, advising on issues such as including HR policies, disciplinary and grievances procedures, restructuring, TUPE and representation in employment tribunals."
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"We found the Nelson’s team to be approachable, understanding, professional and concise at a time of great stress and anxiety. Their approach to our employment issue was exactly what we needed when dealing with a matter for which we had no prior experience."
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"The individuals we engage regularly with take the time to know us and our organisation well. They are focused on solving problems in their context and make the effort to personalise their advice and recommendations as a result. There is a good sense of emotional support and reassurance for staff when engaging in sometimes challenging matters."
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