Birkett Long LLP assists both individuals and businesses with the full scope of both contentious and non-contentious HR and employment matters, and is noted for its distinctive expertise in skilled worker and global mobility visa issues. The team is led by Julie Temple, whose broad experience includes settlement agreements and employment tribunal appeals. The firm’s offering was strengthened by the arrival of Karen Morovic from John Fowlers LLP, and Samantha Randall from Palmers in 2023. Morovic is recommended for her knowledge of employment issues arising out of corporate property transactions and M&A, whereas Randall is well-versed in workplace disputes and termination of employment matters. Charlotte Holman  departed in March 2024.

The 'genuinely exceptional' team at Birketts LLP handles a varied workload consisting of TUPE transactions, overseas outsourcing, director exits, and trade union disputes. Known for her specialism in advising on senior and director level hires and exits, practice head Clare Barlow in Chelmsford frequently assists international clients within the insurance, technology, and construction sectors. Abigail Hubert advises clients on the full range of employment issues relating to reorganisations and overseas outsourcings. Jonathan Insley is also proficient in all employment-related aspects of corporate transactional work, and is a key contact for local authorities.

Wtih vast experience in appearing before the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal, Pinney Talfourd LLP advises both employers and employees on settlement agreements and discrimination claims. The 'exceptional' Alexander Pearce leads the team, and is a key contact for workplace disputes at senior level and employee exits. Pearce's recent work highlights include the defence of a claim for breach of a settlement agreement, as well as advising on injunctive relief proceedings.

Noted for its strong focus on owner-managed businesses, Tees Law operates across the full range of employment matters, and is recommended for its experience in the logistics and professional services sectors. The team frequently collaborates with the firm’s corporate group to advise on TUPE issues related to M&A and outsourcing transactions. Practice chair Robert Whitaker's areas of expertise include employment-related data protection issues and disputes concerning agricultural workers, while Katherine Jameson frequently advises senior executives and managers on exit strategies, and is particularly adept at advising on restrictive covenants, settlement terms, and contract reviews.

Thompson Smith and Puxon regularly assists its broad client roster of companies across the construction, tech, and retail sectors with transactional mandates.  Praised by clients for providing ‘practical, tailored advice’, Jolyon Berry in Colchester heads the practice, and is well-known for acting in High Court and Employment Tribunal claims, and his knowledge of exit settlements, TUPE law, and whistleblowing procedures. Grace Smyth is a key member of the team, who is particularly experienced in handling disability discrimination claims.

Paul Robinson Solicitors LLP handles a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters, and is noted for its expertise in redundancy and disciplinary proceedings, as well as settlement agreements and TUPE transfers. Noted by clients for providing ‘sound advice’, Fiona Colwell leads the team and handles the employment aspects of transactions.