Employment: Employer
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 5
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+44 20 7600 1200About
Provided by Slaughter and May
Employment and personnel issues affect every business, often in unexpected ways. The employment landscape is changing and businesses need creative and tailored advice. This is an area where one size does not fit all.
We advise our clients on their most difficult and sensitive employment issues. We support a diverse range of businesses – from FTSE listed companies to start-ups, individuals to charities – who rely on us on fast-moving, complex and sensitive matters.
Chambers Review
Slaughter and May has a well respected practice that is known for its advice to major corporates on the employment aspects of complex transactions. The firm frequently assists clients on significant TUPE matters. It also regularly works with financial services clients on internal investigations.
Work Highlights
- Slaughter and May advised Vodafone on the employment law considerations associated with its merger with Three UK.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Slaughter & May have an exceptional ability to deal with people at all levels, and manage processes and complex matters with thoughtful solutions."
"The employment team is very responsive, concise and commercial in their advice."
"They take time to listen and understand the complexities of individual issues."
"Slaughter & May have an exceptional ability to deal with people at all levels, and manage processes and complex matters with thoughtful solutions."
"The employment team is very responsive, concise and commercial in their advice."
"They take time to listen and understand the complexities of individual issues."
Notable Practitioners
Head of the employment and incentive practice, Philip Linnard has experience acting for large banks and corporations in various employment matters, including those connected to transactions and restructuring.
"He knows perfectly how to handle complex and sensitive issues, always in a very constructive way and with a solution driven approach."
"He is very sharp and gives sophisticated, pragmatic advice."
"He is always approachable and calm witha high level of technical knowledge.He is a pleasure to work with and his support has been invaluable."