About

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Our employment lawyers are renowned for their impressive technical expertise, proactive approach and ability to deliver practical and commercial solutions. Working with clients, both across the UK and internationally, we have a wealth of experience that extends to all areas of employment law.

The advice we offer covers the day-to-day employment issues, such as disciplinary and grievance, absence, performance, dismissals and industrial relations, as well as supporting corporate transactions, providing advice on TUPE transfers and change management, including redundancy programmes and restructuring and handling employment litigation.

Our lawyers are experienced in advising on Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) proceedings, as well as on alternative dispute resolution approaches such as mediation. Our team includes in-house Solicitor Advocates who regularly appear in the Court of Session, including in relation to the enforcement of restrictive covenants and the protection of confidential information.

Chambers Review

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Employment - Scotland
3
Band 3
What the Team is Known For

Shepherd and Wedderburn handles a wide range of complex employment issues, with particular strengths in TUPE issues, collective redundancies and restructurings. The team maintains a strong presence representing clients in employment tribunal disputes, including discrimination and whistle-blowing defence. Shepherd and Wedderburn advises clients in the education and energy sectors as well as financial services organisations.

Work Highlights

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  • Shepherd and Wedderburn assisted the University of Edinburgh regarding overseas remote working.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Neil Maclean
Head of Employment
2
Band 2

Neil Maclean acts for a range of clients including educational institutions, energy companies and financial groups. He assists with employment aspects of corporate transactions as well as TUPE matters and redundancy processes. Maclean also offers strength in employment tribunal claims for discrimination, breach of contract and unfair dismissal.

"Neil's a thoughtful, trusted adviser and the kind of lawyer who can solve any business problem."

"We always receive excellent support and advice from Neil."

Morag Hutchison
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Morag Hutchison
4
Band 4

Morag Hutchison advises clients in the financial services and energy sectors on TUPE regulations and senior executive exits as well as representing them in employment litigation.

"She is such a wonderful professional who goes above and beyond and is such a pleasure to work with. She has the ability to make challenging situations seem less stressful."

Ranked Lawyers at
Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

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Scotland

Employment

2
Neil Maclean
Head of Employment
2
Band 2
Morag Hutchison
4
Morag Hutchison
4
Band 4

Members

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Elouisa Crichton

Neil Maclean

Head of Department