Employment

Chris Milsom has a broad practice, covering the full spectrum of employment and discrimination disputes, including cases concerning gender reassignment, race and age discrimination. He has also recently appeared in a number of whistle-blowing disputes and worker status claims.

"Chris is a natural born advocate who is brilliant on his feet."

"Chris has an encyclopedic knowledge of case law."

"Chris Milsom is the preeminent senior junior for discrimination equality cases. Very bright and good on his feet and is engaging with clients and has a natural easy advocacy style."

Caspar Glyn KC is a well-established silk recognised for his effective cross-examination and courtroom presence. He is admired for his industrial relations work, representing both employers and trade unions. He also has expertise relating to other matters, including discrimination and employee benefits.

"Casparis one of best employment law specialists of his generation."

"Caspar is at the top of his game."

"Caspar is a leading employment law silk. He's very approachable and extremely knowledgeable."

"Caspar is both extremely clever and ready to roll up his sleeves and fight."

"Erudite, a brilliant planner and a highly skilled cross-examiner, Caspar is a first-class tactician who always goes the extra mile to get the best result."

Claire McCann has a wide practice spanning both employment and equality law issues, with expertise in discrimination claims and equal pay litigation. Her clients come from a range of industry sectors, including healthcare, aviation, banking and retail. She is adept in the handling of whistle-blowing claims.

"Claire is absolutely outstanding."

"Claire is excellent all-round."

Dee Masters heads the employment group and has extensive knowledge regarding equal pay and discrimination issues, with a particular focus on age discrimination. She represents both employers and employees.

"Dee is always my go-to. Her attention to detail in advice and pleading was second to none."

"The work Dee does is phenomenal."

"She is top drawer. She does fantastic job in really tricky cases. A real favorite of the team."

Jason Galbraith-Marten KC acts across all aspects of employment law, advising clients from local government, media organisations and the motor industry. He is particularly well regarded for his work in disability discrimination cases, as well as matters concerning TUPE, and collective employment and worker status law.

"Jason is just brilliant."

Paul Epstein KC is a talented advocate who handles high-profile employment cases at all levels of the judicial system. He has a strong reputation for working on discrimination issues but is also an authority in matters concerning equal pay and whistle-blowing.

"Paul is brilliant at demystifying complex matters."

"Paul is considered and quick on his feet, thoughtful in terms of when he challenges and doesn't. He is also concise and able to explain things that need explaining."

Rachel Crasnow KC acts across the full gamut of employment law and has a particular aptitude for discrimination cases. She is instructed by clients in the banking, media, healthcare and education sectors.

"Rachel is a real client favorite."

"Rachel's witness-handling skills are amazing."

"Rachel Crasnow has marvellous client-handling skills and clearly has the court's ear."

Robin Allen KC is a considerably experienced and eminent silk who frequently appears in the most significant employment litigation. He is well-reputed for his impressive track record in the House of Lords and the Supreme Court, and is considered to be one of the best barristers available for discrimination cases. He has appeared in high-profile roles in the course of the long-running litigation over judges' pensions.

"Robin is one of the leading authorities on employment law."

"One of the best in the business."

Daphne Romney KC concentrates her practice on discrimination and equal pay matters, with additional strengths in wrongful dismissal and breach of contract issues. She is also notable for her work handling whistle-blowing cases.

"Daphne is a powerful advocate for individuals."

"Daphne knows everything there is to know about equal pay."

"A leading silk for equal pay and high value discrimination claims,"

Paul Michell is vastly experienced in employment law matters but particularly focuses on wrongful dismissal and discrimination cases, with knowledge of restraint of trade and injunctive relief. He acts for a range of clients but has particular expertise in the education and sports sectors.

"Paul is an excellent advocate who is always very well-prepared."

"Paul is a nimble and exceptionally strong advocate."

Schona Jolly KC is an admired silk whose employment practice is bolstered by her human rights knowledge. She is a regular counsel for banking clients and trade unions, and has been instructed in one of the leading gig economy cases in the court system. She also handles complex discrimination claims. She has represented clients in the High Court and appellate courts.

"Schona's advocacy is absolutely impeccable."

"Schona is a big hitter."

"Schona is one of the most hardworking and committed barristers at the bar."

Tom Brown is a highly experienced barrister who appears at tribunals and at all levels of the court system in all manner of employment disputes. He has sound knowledge of a variety of issues, including equality law, restrictive covenants and confidential information.

"I can't speak highly enough of Tom. He has excellent judgement and is fantastically responsive."

"As an advocate, he is incredibly good at condensing very complex and information dense cases into easy terms."

Tom Coghlin KC handles employment law matters for an impressive selection of clients, including public bodies, banks, companies, charities and individuals. He is particularly skilled at dealing with discrimination and whistle-blowing issues.

"Tom is an incredible advocate in court."

"When Tom is your opponent, you raise your game."

"Tom is a brilliant tactician."

Caroline Musgrave-Cohen is an employment law specialist barrister with strong knowledge of whistle-blowing, disability discrimination and parental rights disputes. She is regularly involved in cases concerning local authorities, the professional services and the armed forces. She is experienced in work before the High Court and beyond.

"Caroline is technically brilliant, exceptionally amiable and clear in her advice."

"Caroline Musgrave-Cohen is an excellent all-rounder who is very good with clients."

Carolyn D'Souza is a high-quality advocate specialising in complex employment cases in the financial services sector. She frequently acts in significant cases involving claims of discrimination and whistle-blowing.

"Carolyn is simply a highly accomplished barrister."

"Carolyn obviously has deep knowledge of her area of expertise."

Declan O'Dempsey has vast experience across the whole expanse of employment law. He is particularly recognised for his discrimination work and for his handling of equal pay and whistle-blowing claims, as well as cases considering the effects of mental health problems on employees.

"Declan has great attention to detail and is really insightful in terms of tactics and strategy."

"Declan knows discrimination law inside out."

"He picks up cases really quickly and is very reasonable."

Ed Williams KC is a skilled employment and discrimination law barrister who is often instructed in appellate cases. He acts for employers and employees from a range of sectors including finance and education.

"Edleads a legal team with real class."

"Ed is someone we turn to often. Clients love him."

Olivia-Faith Dobbie handles a far-reaching employment practice specialising in discrimination claims and working time disputes. She represents clients both at employment tribunals and in court.

"Olivia-Faith is an intellectual heavyweight.Her advocacy is exceptional: thorough, precise and beautifully written. She is methodical in her cross-examination and meticulous in her preparation."

"Olivia-Faith displays excellent attention to detail and has exceptional knowledge of the law."

"Olivia-Faith is my go-to counsel on all difficult employment tribunal cases."

Rachel Barrett is an impressive employment law barrister who has made appearances before the highest UK courts. She acts on behalf of both claimant and respondent clients and handles a wide range of matters including breach of contract, whistle-blowing and disability discrimination.

"Rachel is great to work with and has a great manner with lay clients."

"She was all over technical points of law and really understood what we were trying to achieve. She really cut to the heart of matters. She's really impressive."

"She has excellent knowledge of the case and the applicable law. Our client was extremely happy with the service received."

Akua Reindorf KC works primarily in highly complex discrimination cases, often representing trade unions and individuals before the appellate courts. She also has experience handling dismissal claims. She has gained in prominence following the publication of the Reindorf Report into no-platforming at the University of Essex.

"Akua is a real thought leader who is making a positive difference to the legal landscape."

"Akua is an outstanding advocate and also a pleasure to work with. She is always across the documents and the detail. She is highly strategic and incredibly clever. She always goes above and beyond."

Catherine Casserley is widely recognised as a barrister with significant expertise in equality law and a particular focus on disability discrimination. She has experience in other aspects of employment law, acting at all levels from tribunal to the Supreme Court.

"Catherine has a command of disability discrimination law. She is great with clients and has an empathetic approach."

"An expert in disability discrimination law."

Chesca Lord is a skilled litigator who is deeply experienced in employment and equality law, including substantial discrimination claims. She has notable expertise in relation to part-time workers and sleep-in shifts.

"Chesca is sharp, commercially-focused and clients feel completely at ease with her."

"She is very good at providing clear, concise advice."

Nathaniel Caiden has an impressive reputation as an appellate advocate, with experience acting for both claimants and respondents. He has a broad employment practice but he can boast particular experience in discrimination and worker status cases.

"Nathaniel has exceptional advocacy skills."

"Nathaniel is an incredibly strong advocate and adds huge value to cases."

"Nathaniel provides stunningly good closing submissions."

Sheryn Omeri KC is an experienced employment barrister who elicits praise for her ability to represent employers and employees before the senior courts. She has particularly impressive experience in discrimination and worker status cases.

"Sheryn is someone you need in your corner on a tricky case."

"Sheryn really is in the client's corner."

"She is technically really good and a complete nerd on employment law. Her knowledge is second to none. She's incredibly energetic and really on top of cases."

Adam Ohringer possesses notable experience of issues including worker status and difficult questions on potentially conflicting provisions in the Equality Act 2010. He is also a strong choice for everything from TUPE cases to whistle-blowing claims.

"Adam is a fabulous advocate who is extremely client-friendly."

"Adam is great. He is very knowledgeable and grasps complex points very quicky."

"I thought very highly of his performance - both his legal skills and preparation of the case was excellent.I would certainly identify him as a leading junior who is likely to go far."

Andrew Watson is commended by instructing solicitors for his deep knowledge of employment law. He has acted for a variety of claimants and respondents in discrimination and unfair dismissal claims.

"Andrew comes up with creative arguments and is someone I can turn to."

"Andrew is a brilliant advocate: very technical and hot on every single point."

"Andrew is intellectually brilliant."

Jennifer Danvers attracts attention for her ability in complex cases of discrimination, whistle-blowing, unfair dismissal and harassment. She represents claimants and respondents, including those in education and academia.

"Jennifer is exceptionally clever. She gets to grips with any case incredibly quickly. She provides advice on very complex matters in a very straightforward and clear way."

"Jennifer isbrilliant. She is sensible, commercial and user-friendly."

Jonathan Cook is a reputable choice of counsel acting for both claimants and respondents in employment disputes. He is adept at handling disability discrimination and constructive dismissal claims, with notable experience across the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal.

"Jonathan's cross-examination and document management in court is especially good."

"Jon has outstanding client care skills and is highly regarded by clients. He is a pleasure to deal with, highly responsive and strategic. Jon is someone that I would recommend without hesitation."

Ruaraidh Fitzpatrickhas significant experience in trade union law as well as age discrimination, redundancy and sex discrimination in the workplace. His professional expertise also draws on human rights and international legal norms.

"Ruaraidh is bright, methodical, commercially and legally brilliant."

"Ruaraidh'swritten work is fantastic."

Anna Beale is a strong advocate with excellent experience before the tribunals and courts representing employers and individuals in complex discrimination and whistle-blowing cases. She also has experience dealing with equal pay disputes.

"Anna is completely brilliant."

"Anna is fantastic, a real team-player."

"Anna is amazing."

Sarah Fraser Butlin KC is an employment-specialist barrister who is hugely skilled in trade union cases, including union recognition matters and questions of worker status.

"Sarah is an excellent advocate who is always very prepared."

"Sarah is excellent all round."