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Provided by Michael Burd
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Michael has been a partner in the Employment team at Lewis Silkin since 1985.
Michael advises on all aspects of employment and partnership law. His particular areas of interest include board issues, contested dismissals and redundancy, partnership issues, business transfers, employment tribunal claims and advice aimed at preventing employment disputes and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. Michael's practice is highly international, dealing with both UK clients' employment law needs globally and with UK issues for clients in numerous other jurisdictions.
Career
Qualified 1986; Partner, Lewis Silkin 1988.
Professional Memberships
Employment Lawyers Association; European Employment Lawyers Association; President of City of Westminster Law Society (1995-96); Board Member, Ius Laboris global employment law alliance.
Personal
Born 1958
Chambers Review
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Michael Burd is a partner in Lewis Silkin's employment offering. He has extensive experience of advising employers on high-level employment disputes and is noted for his work on cross-border matters.
Michael Burd is an employment law specialist who also has notable expertise in partnership law. He is particularly adept in advising international law firms on partner disputes, exits and claims concerning sexual harassment.
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Provided by Chambers
"He is an extremely tough negotiator and really a must-have lawyer on any challenging human resources issue."
"He is very measured, reasonable and experienced."
"Michael is a brilliant lawyer."
"Michael has always provided a high level of service."
"Michael is always available, gives sensible, experienced and considered advice. He is a total pleasure to work with and we are always grateful for his wise counsel."
"He is an extremely tough negotiator and really a must-have lawyer on any challenging human resources issue."
"He is very measured, reasonable and experienced."
"Michael is a brilliant lawyer."
"Michael has always provided a high level of service."
"Michael is always available, gives sensible, experienced and considered advice. He is a total pleasure to work with and we are always grateful for his wise counsel."
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