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Employment: Employer - London (Firms)
5
Band 5
What the Team is Known For

Winckworth Sherwood is a well-regarded employment team that represents both senior executives and employers. The firm is respected for its work on a range of employment law matters, including whistle-blowing, discrimination, equal pay and dismissals. When advising senior employees, the team focuses its advice on clients from the professional and financial services sectors. It demonstrates experience acting in the Employment Tribunal and High Court.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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3
Bettina Bender
3
Band 3

Bettina Bender is a Winckworth Sherwood partner who is sought after for her expertise in employment matters including departures, dismissals and discrimination claims. She is experienced in advising senior executives on substantial cross-border matters.

"She's great. Bettina is very sensible, commercial and very much focused on the best interests of her clients."

"Bettina is always very responsive and pragmatic in her advice. Her many years of experience mean that she provides strategic and tactical advice as well as simply advising on the law."

4
Andrew Yule
4
Band 4

Andrew Yule advises senior executives on significant moves and disputes. He is valued for his knowledge of the financial services sector.

"Andrew is very reassuring, knowledgeable and responsive."

"He is always diligent, understanding and one step ahead of the game."

"Andrew is exceptional in every aspect of his advice. He is responsive, pragmatic and a clear communicator throughout."

4
Louise Lawrence
4
Band 4

Louise Lawrence is a partner at Winckworth Sherwood who has experience advising senior executives in various employment disputes. She regularly handles matters in the media and retail industries.

"Louise is extremely thorough, diligent and above all really cares about her clients and is passionate about the work and service she provides."

"Louise is really committed to achieving the best results for her clients. She knows the law inside out and has a real passion for this work."

"Louise is always very responsive and offers pragmatic advice which is adapted to the situations which can be quite complex."

4
Susan Kelly
4
Band 4

Winckworth Sherwood partner Susan Kelly is noted for her deep knowledge of employment law and regularly assists senior executives with sensitive matters.

"She's a fantastic, technical lawyer who is very diligent and easy to work with."

"Susan is someone you would want in your corner for difficult and complicated matters. She is brilliant with detail and also tactically very strong and robust."

"Her knowledge and advice is expertly delivered and completely current."

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Winckworth Sherwood

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Employment: Senior Executive

3
Bettina Bender
3
Band 3
4
Andrew Yule
4
Band 4
4
Louise Lawrence
4
Band 4
4
Susan Kelly
4
Band 4