‘Nick Wilcox is a fantastic litigator. He is composed and has excellent judgment.’

‘BDBF are the absolute go-to firm for complex and high value claims in respect of psychiatric injury suffered by senior executives, whether through bullying or stress at work. They have the knowledge and experience to address all aspects of those claims, including PHI/GIP entitlement, employment issues and the personal injury claim. They also are a leading firm for discrimination claims in the Employment Tribunal if that is the more desirable forum for the claim. They have the knowledge and experience of instructing and handling medico-legal evidence that is unmatched in the market.’

‘Gareth Brahams is an absolute titan of employment law. What Gareth does not know is probably not worth knowing. Recently promoted Partner, Samantha Prosser, is a rising star. She has a calm and reassuring air with clients that is essential when dealing with vulnerable individuals at the most difficult time of their lives. Claire Dawson is the safest possible pair of hands for complex and high value psychiatric injury claims. ’

‘Extremely personable group of solicitors of diverse backgrounds and skill sets. Professionals who are also good people and colleagues. Clare Murray is exceptional leader and creative thinker.’

‘Merrill April— she brings clarity and is refreshingly honest as a lawyer. She cuts through jargon and was very supportive in what were very testing times.’

‘Merrill was an excellent lawyer and provided pragmatic and authoritative counsel. Her level of experience gave me confidence in the advice she provided, which was always well grounded. She was solutions focused whilst also being prepared to think more laterally. Yulia was responsive, thorough and reliable. She delivered what she promised on time and with helpful insights.’

‘Eleanor Rowswell has provided me with absolutely exceptional service. She is a top tier strategic thinker on complex issues, a very clear communicator, and she always makes herself available to clients no matter how tight the deadline. Even though she consistently demonstrates herself as a broad and deep subject matter expert, she consistently looks to collaborate with other in-house experts to make sure coverage is always as complete with expertise as possible. She is a pleasure to interact with, and I always feel like she is genuinely looking out for my best interests. She deserves to be recognized as a leading practitioner in her field, and I cannot recommend her services more highly.’

‘The individuals I dealt with were Alice Yandle (partner), Alice Cave (of Counsel) and Charlie Court (Senior Associate). All three were stand out in their performance, and in the structured and calm manner which they dealt with what otherwise could become quite a difficult situation. Key attributes conmmon to all threee were sharp critical solutions focused thinking combined with a welcoming and engaging manner, which made dealing with them very easy and straightforward.’

‘Eleanor Rowswell is phenomenally bright and hard working. She has a gift for handling challenging clients. I found her extremely impressive. I would unhesitatingly advise any senior executive to instruct her.’

‘One of the outstanding teams in the market and arguably top of the tree. Lewis Silkin is superb at handling high profile claims for Senior Executives. They are steely litigators when they need to litigate but are equally able to reach sensible compromises where appropriate. A firm that genuinely combines a rigorous legal approach with commercial commonsense.’

‘Toni Lorenzo and Mike Anderson run the practice and are simply two of the best partners a senior executive could instruct in a commercial employment case.’

‘A fantastic full service team and one of the few firms at the forefront of commercial employment disputes in the High Court and in arbitration. All great to work with.’

‘Susanah Kintish and Jamie Barton iare both excellent. They take the time to understand all aspects of the case on which they are working, give well reasoned advice, and are just a pleasure to work with.’

‘I’ve worked with Susannah Kintish and Sean Jamieson. They provided excellent service on a matter of critical importance to me.’

‘Susannah Kintish came highly recommended by some of the most renowned people I respect in the industry, and therefore I chose to work with her as my initial impressions were similarly impressive. Susannah did not disappoint. While my representation was first-class, I also felt like I found someone I can trust going forwards for all my employment issues – a trusted confidant. Not a common experience, and quite something. Susannah should be celebrated for her skills and services to industry.’

‘I was impressed by the senior partner, Hugh More, always being present and delivering the final advice. He was clearly well supported by his associates, but he took responsibility and the time to explain his thinking in detail.’

‘Lisa Lewinsohn really made me feel she fought my corner. She would push back to counterparts, verify understanding and be patient with less experienced counterparts. I was very impressed by her knowledge and professionalism. And there was a good dose of pragmatism.’

‘Meriel Schindler struck an excellent balance between attention to detail, defending my interest and pragmatic compromise. She was personally highly involved and I would not hesitate to work with her again’

‘Florence Brocklesby remains my go-to for both ad hoc advice and structured case work. Other people I’ve referred to her similarly attest to how helpful and pragmatic she is.’

‘Ann Robson was simply fantastic to work with. From her immediate response she guided me through the whole process. Supporting me emotionally and professionally in all negotiations. She really did act as my council. Ann was highly diligent and competent in this area of expertise and brought handpicked specialist advice in where needed. Her approach and guidance on the commercial matters was also highly valuable. A class Act.’

‘Ann Robson is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, pragmatic and commercial. She gave me confidence from the outset in what was an unknown situation for me and I felt in safe hands throughout. She is extremely responsive, readily available, details focused, tough but with a friendly style and always focused on achieving the best possible result for her client. Thoroughly recommend.’

‘Personable, competent, strategic, accessible.’

‘Deep understanding of the NGO sector and the complexity of global leadership contexts.’

‘The dedication, hard work, responsiveness of partner Peter De Maria that worked on my case was outstanding. His vast experience in the field also was greatly valued.’

‘Clear and concise advice from the senior partner who was backed up by an excellent team of juniors. Also clearly explained fees and charges and good value for money. No time was wasted in getting to the key issues.’

‘Jane Mann was exceptional. And her back up team very good.’

‘Fox Williams’ team excel in legal knowledge and drafting, but what makes them particularly unique is that they combine this with sector-leading commercial acumen in negotiating on behalf of their clients.’

‘I dealt mainly with Howard Hymanson and Elizabeth Davies. They were both extremely knowledgeable as you might expect but were also personable. They understood my issues and I couldn’t fault them.’

‘Track record in high profile disputes and success in negotiations and breadth of expertise in employment matters, including discrimination claims, employment tribunals, senior exits. Partner involvement – hands on approach at partner level. Delegation kept to a minimum. Team collaboration.

‘ Howard Hymanson – integrity and discretion, creativity in finding solutions to dispute and presenting them to the client, personal reputation. Another individual that stood out was Elisabeth Davies on Mr Hymanson’s team.’

‘Exceptional and personal service where Nick Tsatsas took the time to explain what actually matters and what does not. Clear understanding of the law with insightful explanation of the commercial implications. If I could describe it in one word: smooth. I did not worry, because Nick always acted with speed, expertise and in a pro-active manner.’

‘Alexandra Carn was exceptional in her responsiveness to urgent enquiries and her attention to seeking the best advice and representation and representation possible. It was easy to have frank and open discussions about options and costs, and she sought ways to minimise financial exposure whilst still providing an excellent service. As a client, I felt that she represented my interests first.’

‘Alistair French is an exceptional lawyer and is just the partner you want in difficult situations. He provides clear, confident guidance and takes immediate action. Alistair goes above and beyond to really understand your situation and is incredibly responsive and kind. It is an incredible relief to have someone stand beside you and guide you through these challenging life moments.’

‘Kingsley Napley exceeded my expectations from the start, swiftly grasping the complexities of my case. A strong, dedicated team was assembled quickly, guiding me with diligence and empathy through every stage of the litigation. Their exceptional legal expertise, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment not only earned my trust but also ensured we stayed ahead throughout. Despite the challenges of litigation, I felt fully supported—both professionally and personally—during one of the most difficult periods of my life.’

‘Emmanuelle Ries is a consummate professional, highly strategic thinker and great senior leader. Calm under pressure and deeply committed to her clients, she quickly assembled a team perfectly skilled for my case. While providing steady leadership in the background as a Partner, she empowered her team to drive the case forward. Beyond her legal expertise, Emmanuelle stands out for her genuine kindness and her ability to see clients as individuals first.’

‘Adele Edwin-Lamerton is an exceptionally astute and highly skilled Employment Law practitioner. Her deep knowledge and experience made her more than a match for any opponent. With unwavering commitment and meticulous attention to detail, she kept a laser focus on achieving the best outcome. Adele is a trusted and reliable force—a true powerhouse when serious legal expertise is required. Opponents can’t get one past her.’

‘I was very happy with Lucy McLynn. The level of service was exceptional. I was going one of the hardest times of my life and felt that Lucy went above and beyond and gave me comfort through the situation.’

‘A very good employment team representing charities and individuals and a broad sector of different firms.’

‘Lucy McLynn is one of my go to recommendations. She totally understands the cost / benefit value of litigation for individuals. She is a tough, no nonsense but really smart negotiator. ’

‘Client focused, commercial and warm.’

‘Ben Smith (Partner): All rounder: excellent with clients and building relationships but also strategic and technically strong.’

‘Nick Hurley (Partner): You want him in your corner: an amazing negotiator who holds his nerve and always takes the client with him.’

‘Constantine Law provides a depth of experience and professionalism that gives one confidence in the quality of advice. It is aligned with a talent for understanding the wider commercial advantages/disadvantages in a given situation. That is not universal in the legal world.’

‘John Hayes and Ben Payne provide an outstanding service – responsive, professional and learned!’

‘Sarah Evans is incredible. One of the best out there.’

‘Overall I think Excello Law feel like a long term legal support partner. I will always go to them first to see if they can help me with Legal issues.’

‘David Greenhalgh – I have worked with David and he is incredibly compassionate, supportive and professional. David is an expert in diversity and inclusion, but also an expert in giving honest advice. He knows when to be tough and when to calm the waters. I think David is a standout Lawyer.’

‘Sarah King really listened and was incredibly thoughtful in her approach and guiding me through a process. I felt completely safe in the knowledge that she would get the best outcome.’

‘Suzanne McKie is all round exceptional. Her intellect is razor sharp combined with strong Emotional intelligence and an ability to draw out all the nuanced strengths and weaknesses of a case and communicate these simply and with significant impact.’

‘In my experience, this team combines deep legal expertise with a highly commercial and pragmatic approach. They have consistently demonstrated a thorough understanding of the legal landscape. What sets them apart is their responsiveness, clarity of communication, and the ability to distil complex legal matters into clear guidance. They are not just technically excellent, but also a pleasure to work with — collaborative, approachable, and consistently focused on delivering value.’

‘Rachel O’Connell, in particular, has impressed me with their ability to navigate sensitive employment issues with both precision and emotional intelligence. They take the time to explain my options clearly, outlining not only the legal position but also the likely practical outcomes, which has helped me make informed decisions with confidence.’

‘Fox and Partners came recommended and were particularly strong on understanding my specific circumstances, needs and circumstances. Their approach felt properly tailored to me as an individual and was both highly professional and empathetic. Clear experts in the nuances of employment law with distinct and relevant experience to bring to bear on my individual situation.’

‘Very knowledgeable and detail orientated. Felt very certain I was in the right hands. Shoshana guided me through the process and was extremely helpful in the initial briefing which was very detailed and set expectations.’

‘I worked with Shoshana in particular. Shoshana Bacall came with a strong understanding of the employment law landscape, and guided me through a complex negotiation process.’

‘They are the complete package with a wide range of skilled partners who can advise on any aspect of a dispute.’

‘Deborah Casale: There is no employment situation she hasn’t addressed: experienced, out of box thinker who puts her client’s interests at the heart of everything.’

‘Irwin Mitchell has an excellent team with broad and deep employment knowledge and experience.’

‘A formidable firm, they have strength at every level of seniority and know the law back to front. They are also fearless lawyers and very creative thinkers. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Michael Newman – The leading solicitor in the country for equal pay claims. He is calm and collected, with unrivalled experience in this area.’

‘Gabriel Morrison – A rising star and a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable and puts clients at ease.’

‘George Clough – Couldn’t recommend George enough to anyone, which is why I’ve referred a number of people to him, couldn’t fault him in any way. Peter McRoberts – Fantastic from the first conversation, put us at ease and would always return to Peter for any further legal work.’

‘Peter McRoberts (Partner) is exceptional and possesses an extraordinary intellect. He is conscientious and truly cares about his clients, making him the only employment lawyer to choose. He consistently outshines his rivals, and his talent and dedication set him apart.’

‘George Clough (Associate) is a remarkable lawyer with a keen intellect and impressive dedication. He demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and is always ready to support his clients. George’s commitment to excellence and his ability to think critically set him apart as a rising star in the legal field.’

‘I hired this firm because I had a call with Ruby Dinsmore, who was incredibly knowledgeable, wise, empathetic, really knew her stuff, and felt like she would be the exact person I need in my corner. She also gave me high quality feedback, and quite frankly helped keep me on track and focused. I have referred her several times since, and would never now need to find another person in this legal space again. Excellent expertise, excellent result, and the highest quality work.’

‘Tom Walker is outstanding and has given me outstanding advice on more than one occasion which has really helped me make the right decisions.’

‘Hester Jewitt is a truly exceptional solicitor who provides clear, insightful advice. Her professionalism and strategic thinking were key factors in securing a very favourable outcome to a challenging situation.’

‘The team is excellent – Jeremy Coy in particular. He is pragmatic and practical, approachable and personable, takes a sensible and straightforward view of things and achieves the best outcomes for his clients.’

‘Jeremy Coy is pragmatic and practical, approachable and personable, takes a sensible and straightforward view of things and achieves the best outcomes for his clients. He is not phased by case developments, Tribunal difficulties or opponents’ tactics. He quickly gets his head around matters and knows each of his cases inside out. He works collaboratively with Counsel in an effective way.’

‘Alex Bearman was the partner who advised me, and he did an exceptional job. He was very frank and honest with me, but was then a proper advocate with the other party at all times. He clearly brings a huge amount of experience and knowledge to the table, and I never had to doubt the guidance I was being given. First-rate, basically.’

‘The team were incredibly kind to me throughout the process ensuring that my best interests and wellbeing were looked after. The service felt personable and if they really cared, rather than me just being another client / number. Their expertise and thoughtfulness around the process really showed and they got me a result I didn’t think I could get.’

‘Both Anne Pritam and Eirini Haidemenos were extremely conscientious throughout the process and felt like they cared, comforting me and making me feel a valued person.’

‘I truly believe Wallace LLP is a team that delivers not only legal expertise but also emotional reassurance, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to their clients’ best interests. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone dealing with complex employment or defamation issues.’

‘Right from the outset, Wallace LLP stood out because of the calibre and commitment of the individuals involved. Being introduced to Partner Daniel Isaac early in the process set the tone for what became a very supportive and strategically thoughtful relationship. Daniel was refreshingly transparent about the realities of the case—including its likely duration and cost implications. His proactive emphasis on being cost-conscious was both practical and reassuring, and it demonstrated an integrity that maybe isn’t always front and centre in legal matters.’

‘Leigh and Daniel complemented each other perfectly—Daniel brought top-level strategic oversight while Leigh handled the day-to-day execution with precision and care. Their collaboration gave us the best of both worlds and created a sense of continuity and trust that made a real difference to our experience.’

‘Highly knowledgeable team who are always very responsive and professional.’

‘It feels as though the team genuinely cares. Their ability to flex and adapt to the situation that presents itself makes the company stand out. So with their time, knowledge and care, a client isn’t left feeling that they are simply a case number, which sets them apart from other firms.’

‘I would like to mention a stand-out associate, Aleksandra Davidson. The circumstances in which I needed Aleksandra’s help was distressing. I needed her timely support and I really needed someone to understand and care. She did all of this and more. She was calm, responded so quickly, jumped on a call with me, and made me feel as though I was right to feel the way I did. I really couldn’t have asked for anything more. She was both knowledgeable and incredibly thorough. She was willing to push the other party further to gain a positive outcome for me.’

‘I dealt with Ian Wasserman. Very knowledgeable about employment law and presented the risks to all solutions discussed. Was very supportive during a challenging time.’

‘Consistent, reliable and with expertise working with third sector / non-profit / charities. Flexible and adaptable to client’s needs.’

‘Knowledge and responsiveness. Professional while also being sensitive and empathetic. Specific standout partner: Tim Hayes.’

‘Cole Khan is a very strong firm for advising senior executives on discrimination, dismissal, and complex disputes. Their expertise in Equality Act claims is particularly strong, and they bring both legal precision and strategic insight to sensitive, high-stakes situations. The team understands the pressures faced at executive level — including the need for discretion, speed, and commercially and practical advice. ’

‘Emilie Cole has particular expertise in whistleblowing claims where she has a strong record in high profile claims.’

‘Shazia Khan is outstanding and tenacious lawyer who fights hard for her clients with great strategic insight.’

‘I have been supported by Melanie Stancliffe on a very stressful case. Melanie has been excellent on all fronts, very supportive, very in depth with help and explaining legal rights and wrongs. Very fast also to read through documents and revert with her findings/advice and what she believes should be the next steps. Very professional and lovely to deal with.’

‘My experience with Cripps through my time as a client has been great. The personal attention received allows the practice to fully understand your issues and work with you to establish solutions. It is this that insures you receive a service that enables your objectives to be fully achieved.’

‘Melanie Stancliffe stands out due to the great personal service provided.’

‘DidLaw is boutique firm with an exceptional client care ethos. It has a strong history of representing individuals with disabilities particularly with neuro diverse conditions.’

‘Elizabeth McGlone is an outstanding lawyer with tremendous client care skills.’

‘Anita Vagdama has particular expertise with neurological diverse clients and a very caring approach.’

‘Edwin Coe is a very strong firm, particularly in respect of its Employment team. I have worked extensively with Linky Trott over the past decade. She leads this team, and they are highly talented, experienced and dedicated professionals and are supported by a committed, impressive and diverse team across Edwin Coe.’

‘Linky Trott leads Edwin Coe’s Employment practice. Linky is smart, hard-working and dedicated in her pursuit of the best outcome for her client. She draws on her wealth of experience of employment issues and prevailing market trends and on her technical expertise to provide well considered, pragmatic and strategic advice. She achieves swift and viable commercial solutions to complex and multi-faceted issues.’

‘Linky provides outstanding client service and is incredibly dedicated – she sees her client through to the end. She retains an impressive grasp of the detail while keeping sight of the broader issues and is a trusted advisor.’

‘Daniel Parker is beyond his years – his temperament, game-theory/strategy and excellent attention to detail stands out. He welcomes a challenge and responsibility set on him. Notably, the way he articulates himself to the client and via correspondence to the other party (and/or their lawyers) instils a sense of confidence and purpose which make it a relatively more comfortable experience for their client and more challenging for the other party to contend with.’

‘Very client first approach to engagement. Will go above and beyond to achieve the best and offered helpful insight to how the other side might be thinking to remove emotion and obtain a balanced and fair outcome.’

‘Joe Beeston’s dedication to getting things over the line was superior and his ability to engage with counterparties made the negotiation seamless and ended up in a well balanced and equitable answer.’

‘A high level of technical expertise and experience in addition to an impressive ability to understand the nuances of my situation with which to drive to the right outcomes. I therefore gained a strong sense very quickly that we were in control / on top of the negotiation.’

‘Hamlins were very easy and straightforward to deal with from start to finish. What makes them stand out for me is just how professional the team are, particularly Penny Hunt, who made what was a very stressful experience for me manageable.’

‘Penny Hunt. Her knowledge, experience and empathy are next level. She was able to guide me through the most difficult experience of my life, she listened to me and her advice always took my personal best interest into consideration. She knew when to push, what my tolerance to risk was and understood me. She is extremely knowledgeable and is confident in her work. Having someone truly fight my corner when I was emotionally fragile was a life line. I would not hesitate to recommend her in the future.’

‘Danielle Lobel-Weiss is professional, informed, committed and communicative.’

‘Specialist media and media-related employment team, meaning that they really understand the sector and the particular pressures of litigation in the sector (including reputational issues). Knowledgeable and dedicated employment law team.’

‘James Baker and Danielle Lobel-Weiss are experienced litigators, both very calm under pressure and excellent negotiators.’

‘Elizabeth Johnson at Level Law is exceptional at client relationship management, she cares and it shows. She guides you through what can feel like a really daunting ordeal and makes everything feel manageable with her step-by-step guidance and technical expertise. Highly recommend Liz Johnson for her patience, attention and client care.’

‘This solicitors’ practice stands out for its dedication to providing clear, practical legal advice that genuinely supports clients through complex issues. Elizabeth offered an approachable yet highly professional service that enabled me to build lasting trust. Her strengths lie in both technical legal expertise and the human side of client care—ensuring advice is always understandable and actionable.’

‘What really sets Level apart from the rest is the clarity, compassion, and competence with which they operate, especially in moments when clients may be navigating some of the most distressing phases of their careers. My lawyer Elizabeth made every aspect of the process accessible and understandable. They translated legal frameworks into practical options, patiently explaining implications without condescension or jargon.’

‘Zillur Rahman is one of the best employment lawyers I have worked with. Fearless, tenacious, utterly committed to his clients, and creative.’

‘They demonstrated great experience in the field of professional regulatory matters. They demonstrated calmness and clarity at a time when, as a client, one might feel uncertainty. They not only helped with the regulatory matter but helped with the media consequences of the case very professionally.’

‘The two partners I dealt with were approachable, personable and supportive – as well as being professional.’

‘I found that team is incredibly thorough and patient with all my questions and concerns. They were also very careful and attentive to details to ensure that all eventualities were take care of.’

‘Caroline Doran Millett is incredibly thorough, helpful, and patient with all my questions and concerns. She has always been very careful and attentive to details to ensure that all eventualities were taken care of. She always maintained a calm demeanor which was incredibly helpful, particularly whenever I was stressed on an particular point.’

‘Excellent client service, ability to assimilate complex information and provide clear advice and options. Human approach with compassion and support. Incredibly responsive and 100 per cent supportive.’

‘Naylah Harmour is a superb litigator. She has a very personal touch with clients, which puts them at ease whilst also giving them confidence in their representation. She is rigorous in her case analysis and understanding of the legal issues.’

‘Fudia Smartt and Bryony Irvine have been spectacular in instructing me in a complex discrimination claim against a technology start up. They are extremely tactical and brilliant with client handling.’

‘Naylah Hamour (partner) is frighteningly bright, tenacious and effective.’

‘Joseph Lappin. Excellent technical abilities, strategic and thoughtful. Good to have in your side.’

‘Outstanding team for high value employment litigation. High quality lawyers throughout the department.’

‘Charlie Thompson and Joe Lappin are both very skilled lawyers who really got the extra mile for clients.’

‘Exceptional expertise and customer support as well as high quality of work and fast turnaround make this practice outstanding.’

‘Demonstrate depth of expertise, ‘out of the box’ thinking, expertise of both corporate and personal clients legal advisory services, exceptional customer focus and clear communication.’