Employment: Employee & Trade Union | UK

Leigh Day has a market-leading employment team noted for its capabilities in representing group claimants. The team is praised for its representation of individuals against large businesses. Its lawyers are adept at handling all types of discrimination claims, particularly sex and disability. The team has been at the forefront of gig economy and equal pay claims.

Bates Wells is an expert claimant firm with experience working on cases up to the Supreme Court. The firm is especially noted for its work for clients in the gig economy, and the team boasts high-profile successes litigating worker status claims. It is also experienced in cases involving discrimination and whistle-blowing.

Cole Khan Solicitors is a reputable boutique employment firm specialising in a range of high-profile contentious matters. The firm is adept at handling individual claimant and union claims, particularly those focused on discrimination and the Equality Act.

Penningtons Manches Cooper has an established team handling significant trade union issues, as well as claims of discrimination and whistle-blowing. The team is able to handle a wide range of matters from single-claimant cases to large-scale group claims. Its lawyers are noted for their ability to advise public sector clients, with a particular specialism in police matters.

Slater and Gordon is known for its representation of individuals in the public sector. It can handle both contentious and non-contentious matters on behalf of clients including unions. Its clients include the Emergency Service Association, including the Police Federation.

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.