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Employment: Employee & Trade Union - London (Firms)
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Band 2
What the Team is Known For

Thompsons is a specialist employment law firm with a particular emphasis on representing trade unions. The firm is noted for capabilities in harassment, discrimination and pay negotiation matters. It is also adept at handling issues relating to industrial action. The team has standout expertise when it comes to blacklisting issues in the construction industry.

Notable practitioners

Richard Arthur is head of the trade union law group at the firm.

Work Highlights

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  • Thompsons continues to represent the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers and its members against Tesco Stores in a case that challenges the contentious practice of 'fire and rehire'.

Strengths

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