Employment

Ben Cooper KC is an impressive advocate renowned for his expertise in injunctive relief issues and TUPE cases. He also has an increasingly prominent reputation for his work on discrimination matters. He represents a mix of employer and employee clients.

"Ben's advocacy is brilliant in terms of cross-examination."

"Ben is just a brilliant all-round advocate."

"Superb and calm on even the most complex cases."

Michael Ford KC is a skilled practitioner handling highly complex Employment Tribunal matters, including discrimination claims, equal pay and holiday pay disputes, as well as cases concerning industrial action. He regularly appears in the upper tiers of the judicial system, including the Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights.

"Michael is the outstanding trade union silk of this generation."

"For my money, Michael is the leading silk on trade union law"

"Michael is simply the best."

"He is a pre-eminent employment silk. There is nothing he doesn't know. He has incredible attention to detail but what we really love is the fact that when he speaks, the judges listen."

Lord Hendy KC commands an enviable reputation in the market for his knowledge of industrial relations and trade union issues. He has extensive experience of blacklisting and, more recently, 'gig economy' cases, and acts for clients across a range of sectors including education, healthcare and construction.

"Lord Hendy is one of the most respected advocates in trade union law."

"Lord Hendy is the Don of workers rights cases."

"Lord Hendy's knowledge is second to none."

Melanie Tether regularly assists clients with complex disability discrimination cases and equal pay disputes. She also has considerable experience in TUPE matters and has tackled a number of leading cases in the field.

"Melanie is amongst the best non-silk employment barristers in the business."

"Melanie is absolutely excellent in advocacy."

"Melanie is extremely conscientious and thorough."

Oliver Segal KC is a hugely respected employment barrister who has particular expertise in discrimination and commercial agency laws. He is also highly proficient in handling sophisticated collective disputes, including industrial actions and TUPE complications.

"Oliver is always the first choice when instructing a KC."

"Oliver is as brilliant an employment silk as any on the circuit."

"Oliver has always been excellent with his advice. He steered us through some difficult and complex cases."

Ben Collins KC is recognised for his proficiency in sophisticated whistle-blowing claims and discrimination cases. He regularly acts for public sector employers but is also skilled at handling cases for private sector clients. His employment practice is bolstered by his knowledge of personal injury law.

"Ben is exceptional in every respect."

Katharine Newton KC maintains a wide employment law practice, representing large employers and individuals from both the public and private sectors. She is most renowned for discrimination work, but has also dealt with whistle-blowing claims and industrial action issues. She regularly represents employers from the banking and financial services sectors, as well as large media organisations.

"You trust Katharine with your really big, high-value work."

Louise Chudleigh is an experienced employment barrister with expertise in discrimination, equal pay, whistle-blowing and breach of contract claims. Her extensive employment law knowledge is bolstered by her experience as an Employment Tribunal judge.

"Louise is very responsive and brilliant at answering questions that come up."

"Louise is a great tactician and thinks carefully about how to present the case."

Robert Moretto has an extensive employment law practice covering all the major areas, in which he is frequently instructed by central government. He has strong expertise covering worker status cases and claims relating to equal pay and discrimination.

"Robert is excellent."

"Robert is brilliant at getting to grips with complex matters and difficult claimants."

"Robert is an outstanding advocate with exceptional skills in cross-examination."

Simon Cheetham KC handles a raft of employment issues including discrimination law, contractual disputes, restrictive covenant enforcements, bonuses and holiday pay. He has significant experience of High Court and Court of Appeal advocacy.

"Simon isfiercely bright and highly knowledgeable. A standout."

"Simon handles clients and witnesses exceptionally well."

Deshpal Panesar KC is a skilled advocate who regularly appears before the High Court and employment tribunals. He is known for his appellate practice and has extensive experience handling difficult industrial action, whistle-blowing and discrimination claims.

"Deshpal’s attention to detail in settling pleadings is exemplary."

"Deshpal has brilliant judgement."

"He is a fantastic advocate. His preparation was meticulous and he has an expert knack at dealing with complex matters involving very difficult claimants."

"He is very personable and easy to work with. Deshpal's advocacy is always top-notch and on point."

Ijeoma Omambala KC is a strong discrimination barrister who has expertise in wider employment law issues, including restrictive covenants, whistle-blowing and trade union matters.

"Ijeoma really helps bring a calm, well thought-out and well delivered approach to the table."

Jack Mitchell regularly handles sensitive employment cases for his clients, both domestically and internationally, and is renowned for his work in high-profile whistle-blowing and discrimination claims. He has an interest in the commercial aspects of employment law, advising on partnership issues and shareholder disputes.

"Jack is a go-to barrister."

"Jack is always a safe pair of hands on a difficult case."

Mark Sutton KC is widely reputed for his expertise in doctor disciplinaries and employment law issues arising from the healthcare sector. He is particularly skilled in handling whistle-blowing and TUPE matters, and has experience of injunctive relief applications before the Supreme Court.

"Mark is wonderful."

"Mark is a very good technical lawyer with healthcare expertise."

Rad Kohanzad is an accomplished employment barrister who earns widespread praise for his appellate practice. He regularly appears on behalf of companies and individuals in the Employment Appeal Tribunal.

"Rad's work is all optimal."

Rebecca Tuck KC is a talented tribunal advocate with extensive knowledge of discrimination claims and unfair dismissal cases. Highly adept at handling complex employment litigation, she often conducts investigations into employees and advises grievance and disciplinary panels.

"Rebecca is excellent. I highly recommend her."

Betsan Criddle KC has a broad employment law practice with notable experience in discrimination cases and injunction proceedings. She represents a wide range of clients including banks, independent schools, major charities, NHS trusts, trade unions and senior executives.

"Betsan is forensic and a fantastic advocate."

"Betsan is an excellent barrister."

"Betsan is fabulous. She is easily accessible, super bright and great with clients."

"Betsan is an exceptionally talented advocate. Her forensic research skills and sheer knowledge is truly impressive. Her advocacy is measured, calm and convincing."

Eleena Misra KC practises broadly in public and private employment law and has noted expertise in educational and healthcare-related issues. She demonstrates deep experience acting in disciplinary and regulatory matters and has a strong understanding of discrimination laws.

"Eleena is a brilliant barrister, a phenomenal advocate and is wonderful to work with."

"Eleena always gives 100% to a case and achieves good results. She works well with solicitors and clients and is very down-to-earth. She shows great acumen in race and sex discrimination work."

Madeline Stanley is a well-regarded barrister with deep expertise across the employment law field. She regularly acts in major cases involving employment status as well as trade union and strike action matters.

"Madeline is astrong advocate and is brilliantly thorough with any brief."

"Madeline has excellent attention to detail and can pick up complex cases quickly."

"Madeline is phenomenally bright, gets to grips with complex matters quickly and provides pragmatic and clear advice."

Nadia Motraghi KC is an exceptionally skilled barrister who acts for employers, senior executives, trade unions and large groups of claimants. She also has significant experience representing government institutions and NHS organisations.

"Nadia is an extremely strong barrister."

"Nadia's advocacy is punchy and on point."

"Nadia is fantastic."

Nicola Newbegin draws on her background as a solicitor to represent claimants and respondents in a raft of employment disputes. She has particular expertise in cases arising out of the healthcare sector and often acts in claims for alleged unfair dismissal and discrimination.

"Nicola is fantastic and diligent."

Paras Gorasia operates a well-respected employment law practice encompassing the full suite of tribunal claims. Among other notable instructions he has advised Azeem Rafiq in the course of the investigation into racism at Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

"Paras has great tactical awareness and can handle difficult clients."

"Paras is an excellent barrister."

Robin White is widely praised for her knowledge of discrimination law, with a particular strength in relation to transgender rights. She also has national security clearance, which enables her to work on highly sensitive matters.

"Robin is no-nonsense, great with clients and razor-sharp at cross-examination."

Spencer Keen has developed a strong presence in the London market after practising as a barrister on the Western Circuit for a number of years. He is known for his ability to attack complex questions of discrimination and whistle-blowing law at appellate level, and has particular expertise in employment cases involving EU law.

"Spencer's knowledge of the Equality Act is invaluable."

Hilary Winstone receives praise for her cross-examination prowess. She is especially adept at handling employment discrimination cases for corporate and public sector clients, including local authorities, police forces and NHS trusts.

"Hilary is abrilliant advocate."

"Hilary is an excellent barrister with keen eye for detail and abounding experience."

Laith Dilaimi has acted in numerous high-profile employment cases concerning whistle-blowing, unfair dismissal and holiday pay. Notable recent instructions include representing the Home Secretary in Sir Philip Rutnam's claims following his resignation.

"Laith is very personable and can hold his own in hearings. He is very persuasive with his advocacy."

Respected junior barrister Adam Ross is capable of handling a broad spectrum of employment matters for which he is frequently instructed as sole counsel. His litigation experience often sees him act for and against public bodies.

"Adam is superb, practical and responsive."

"Adam is excellent on all fronts."

"Adam is a go-to for our firm on complex matters."

Ben Jones is an able employment law barrister with a particular strength in matters involving NHS trusts. His experience also extends to other sectors and encompasses a broad range of claims, from disability discrimination and whistle-blowing to worker status.

"Ben is always a great choice."

"I cannot recommend Ben highly enough."

"Ben is a go-to barrister."

Darshal Patel is noted for his expertise in both High Court employment matters and tribunal claims. He is adept at handling unfair dismissal and breach of contract instructions.

"Darshan is excellent with clients and has great attention to detail."

Elizabeth Melville has a far-reaching employment practice with experience of harassment allegations, disability discrimination claims, equal pay disputes, whistle-blowing and internal disciplinary proceedings and investigations. She regularly represents clients from the education, finance and health sectors.

"She is methodical and focussed."

Rachel Owusu-Agyei is an impressive junior barrister who earns praise for her ability to litigate complex cases on behalf of respondents as well as individual and group claimants, and trade unions. She has wide-ranging employment experience in matters such as whistle-blowing, discrimination and unfair dismissal.

"Rachel is a go-to barrister."

Tom Kirk is a specialist employment law barrister with strong experience acting in the Employment Appeal Tribunal, in cases concerning topical issues such as equal pay and worker status. He is notable for his work in disputes occurring in the civil service.

"Tom knows the case backwards and is well-prepared. He is good at putting witnesses at ease."

"His advice is clear throughout and his preparation for and advocacy at the hearing was excellent."

Alex Shellum is a skilful barrister advising on a variety of employment tribunal claims and appeals. He is regularly instructed in discrimination and sexual harassment claims, many of a high-profile nature.

"Alex is excellent and my go-to counsel of choice."

"Alex is very good. He's very responsive, technically excellent and has a great eye for detail."

"He is excellent barrister who is wise beyond his years. He's very logical, clear and methodical in communicating complex law or tactics to clients in a way they can understand."

Tara O'Halloran is a highly sought-after junior employment barrister. Her experience sees her handling complex tribunal matters for claimants and respondents, with particular expertise in discrimination and unfair dismissal.

"Tara is technically brilliant and efficient."

Stuart Brittenden offers expert advice to employers, individuals and trade unions and has specialist knowledge of injunctions, discrimination cases and industrial action, appearing regularly before the Employment Appeal Tribunal, High Court and beyond.

"Stuart is unbeatable in every way."

"Stuart has the best client care of any counsel I have instructed."

"Stuart is an incredible barrister."