Employment: Senior Executive
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
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020 7099 7508Chambers Review
didlaw houses a number of expert lawyers who are able to assist senior executives and City lawyers in their employment claims. The firm stands out for its in-depth knowledge of discrimination cases, and within this area of specialism it has carved out a particular niche in disability discrimination. It is also able to advise employees on other contentious employment matters, including those involving bullying and harassment.
Work Highlights
- didlaw represented Denise Fahmy in her harassment claims against Arts Council England.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They were very well versed in their specialist area and efficient with time. They were really effective at guiding me through the position from a legal perspective."
"The level of service really made the difference for me, not just in the administrative issues which were handled seamlessly; but primarily in that I felt that they were really going to bat for me."
"My experience was outstanding from start to finish in terms of communication, transparency, compassion, expertise and turnaround time."
"They were very well versed in their specialist area and efficient with time. They were really effective at guiding me through the position from a legal perspective."
"The level of service really made the difference for me, not just in the administrative issues which were handled seamlessly; but primarily in that I felt that they were really going to bat for me."
"My experience was outstanding from start to finish in terms of communication, transparency, compassion, expertise and turnaround time."
Notable Practitioners
Managing director and founder of didlaw Karen Jackson is well versed in a range of employment matters. She particularly excels in cases involving discrimination with a particular specialism in physical and mental disability claims.
"She is fabulous on disability discrimination matters."
"She is truly excellent, quick witted and smart."
"She is not just outstanding as a lawyer but she also goes over and above to provide support, guidance and reassurance."
"A real tower of strength for anyone dealing with a complex case or long, drawn-out negotiations."
"Karen was very kind, responsive, highly committed and she demonstrated a very sophisticated expertise of what needed to be done to achieve outstanding results."
Anita Vadgama is a partner at didlaw who is well known for her employment work in the field of disability. She is an expert in discrimination and has notable experience advising clients who are dealing with mental health issues.
"She was areally good listener and highly competent."
"Anita guided me through a stressful litigation with expert knowledge and a wealth of tactical experience."
Elizabeth McGlone focuses her practice on advising clients in connection with whistle-blowing and discrimination claims, particularly concerning sexual harassment and disability. More recently, McGlone has represented clients who have been discriminated against because of gender critical beliefs.
"She has an eye for novel points in the law and is an extremely hard working lawyer."
"Her ability to cut through legalese and communicate straightforwardly is priceless."
"I highly rate Elizabeth's capabilities, relatability and communication."