Employment

Our specialist team of employment solicitors can help with a wide range of issues that affect both employers and employees. We offer a bespoke service tailored to suit your specific circumstances.

We can provide our clients with a wide range of advice from resolving disputes to drafting employment contracts and advising on settlement agreements.

We aim to help businesses put in place reliable employment policies and procedures to regulate the relationship with their employees and to reduce the potential impact that any future disputes could have on the success of your company. Our team will take the time to get to know your business and its commercial goals so that we can design a bespoke solution just for you. Our service is intended to provide as much or as little support as you and your business may need.

For employees, we aim to help you make sure that you have been treated fairly and that you are not wrongfully or unfairly dismissed.

Free Initial Discussion

For a free initial discussion and a no-obligation quote, get in touch with us today by simply calling us on 020 3383 0173 or email us at enquiries@fcos.co.uk and a member of our team will get back to you.

Services for Employers

Our employment team know how to establish high-quality employment practices and procedures from the outset which can save you and your business considerable time and money further down the line.

If any disputes do arise, you have a much better chance of achieving a resolution without the issue escalating to costly and disruptive Employment Tribunal proceedings. However, should the need arise then we can defend you against any potential claims.

We offer expert advice on all aspects of the employer/employee relationship including:

• Advice on day-to-day operations (such as recruitment, evaluation, absences, and termination)
• Basic employment law advice
• Compliance and regulations
• Conflict dispute resolution (including Employment Tribunal proceedings)
• Contract drafting and reviews
• Policy and procedure advice

Services for Employees

Our team of solicitors are available to provide you with advice on your employment rights which can help you settle any issues that arise during your employment, including:

• Breach of contract
• Discrimination (related to sex, race, disability, age, religion, and sexual orientation)
• Redundancy, layoffs and short working hours.
• Directors Service Agreements
• Unfair dismissal
• Settlement agreements and termination packages
• Variations in a contract of employment e.g., salary/wage reductions
• Harassment and bullying claims
• Maternity rights
• Paternity rights
• Whistleblowing

Our team can discuss your current situation and advise you on your rights the options available to you. If necessary, we will write to your employer and represent you at an Employment Tribunal.

Fair Reasons for Dismissal

It is important to note that there can be several reasons for a fair dismissal, including:

• Redundancy within the business
• Employee capability, capacity, performance, or qualifications
• Employee conduct or gross misconduct

We always advise our clients to keep records of all communications between themselves and their employer, including any conversations, emails, and letters that have been exchanged.

Why Choose us

Using our range of legal knowledge and expertise, we have helped many employers and employees with a wide range of legal issues. Our approach is to be proactive and work with you to achieve your objectives and deliver successful outcomes as efficiently and promptly as possible.

We can clearly explain the range of legal options available and guide you towards the option which would be best suited for your specific circumstances.

How to Get in Contact

For a free initial discussion and a no-obligation quote, get in touch with us today by simply calling us on 020 3383 0173 or email us at enquiries@fcos.co.uk and a member of our team will get back to you.