Simon Robinson
UK Guide 2025
Band 4 : Employment
Band 4
About
Provided by Simon Robinson
Practice Areas
Simon’s practice focuses on employer-side workplace matters, where he offers strategic guidance and representation to businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to large national and multinational corporations.
Simon has a particular interest and expertise in handling employment tribunals for employers, representing clients in a wide range of cases, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, and whistleblowing claims. Known for his practical and commercial approach, he ensures that his clients receive clear and effective advice tailored to their specific business needs.
Simon is also dedicated to helping employers create positive and compliant workplace environments. He frequently conducts training sessions on managing workplace disputes and compliance with employment law. Simon’s reputation as a trusted advisor has made him a go-to resource for clients looking for a pragmatic and results-driven employment law expert.
Simon has advised on complex restructuring and redundancy processes, as well as employee relations strategies, ensuring that his clients are well-prepared to manage workforce changes while minimising legal risk. His client-focused approach and deep knowledge of employment law make him a highly respected figure in the industry.
Career
Simon qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and has been practicing employment law for over 25 years. He gained extensive experience working at both local and national firms before co-founding Robinson Ralph in 2018.
Chambers Review
UK
Simon Robinson is co-founder of Robinson Ralph in Leeds. He advises employers on a wide range of matters including large-scale redundancies, settlement agreements and workplace investigations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Simon wants the best for his clients, cuts to the chase, is highly pragmatic and is easy to work with."
"He provides excellent client engagement and guidance. He is very responsive and gives commercial and pragmatic advice."
"Simon wants the best for his clients, cuts to the chase, is highly pragmatic and is easy to work with."
"He provides excellent client engagement and guidance. He is very responsive and gives commercial and pragmatic advice."