Employment

With the increasingly complex law and regulations that apply to the workplace, it is no surprise that employment law throws up endless questions for employers. It is critical that you fully understand your rights and obligations as an employer if you are to avoid expensive litigation.

At MacLaren Britton our employment solicitors are experienced in advising on every aspect of employment law. We work with businesses of all sizes, locally and nationally, offering step-by-step guidance through the legal process. We pride ourselves on providing clear, pragmatic advice whilst delivering appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

Given that claimants are more likely than ever to be legally represented, our high level of expertise ensures peace of mind for you and your business. We are already working with some of the biggest names in UK industry and a wide range of local enterprises. We look forward to ensuring your business continues to grow successfully too.

We offer the following services for commercial clients:

• Compromise agreements
  
• Representation at employment tribunals
  
• Advice regarding grievance, disciplinary and dismissal procedures
  
• Drafting contracts of employment
  
• Policy & procedures advice and assistance with drafting relevant documentation
  
• Overviews of employment law for businesses

Did you know…

• if you don’t advise your employee of their right to appeal during dismissal, then the dismissal is likely to be deemed unfair?
  
• if one of your employees is racist towards another employee, you have to prove that you have systems in place to prevent discrimination, otherwise you are liable?
  
• the number of Employment Tribunal cases has increased substantially over the last few years? (Source: Ministry of Justice)