Employment

Strategic Employment Law Advice for UK Businesses and International Clients

Expert Employment Solicitors Helping Employers and Employees Across All Workplace Matters

At Seddons GSC our Employment team provides clear, commercially focused legal advice to businesses, employers, directors and employees dealing with workplace legal issues. Whether you need support with contracts, disciplinary processes, redundancy programmes, discrimination claims or employment disputes, our specialist employment lawyers offer practical advice tailored to your specific situation.

We combine deep legal knowledge with commercial insight to help clients manage risk, protect their reputation and maintain productive workplace relationships. Our team acts for UK and international clients across a wide range of sectors, delivering employment law solutions that align with your business goals.

Services Include:

We advise on executive employment terms, service agreements, restrictive covenants and exit arrangements for senior leaders and directors.

When disputes cannot be resolved informally, we provide strong representation in the Employment Tribunal and support clients through hearings, evidence gathering and advocacy.

We prepare and negotiate settlement agreements, ensuring terms are legally sound and protect your interests in exits, disputes and restructures.

We guide employers and employees through disciplinary and grievance procedures, ensuring processes are fair, compliant and documented effectively.

We assist with discrimination and harassment issues including equal pay claims, offering strategic advice to protect your organisation and support fair workplace practices.

We advise on redundancy programmes, organisational restructures and TUPE transfers to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and reduce risk of claims.

We draft, review and update employment contracts, handbooks and workplace policies to ensure they reflect current law, mitigate risk and support effective people management.

Meet the Employment Team

Our Employment team consists of experienced solicitors and workplace law specialists who combine legal expertise with real -world understanding of UK employment practice. We work collaboratively with clients to develop strategies that minimise risk and support fair, compliant workplace management.
Partner & Co-Head of Employment
Partner & Co-Head of Employment
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Why Choose Seddons GSC for Employment Law?

We understand the complexities of UK employment law and the importance of fair, compliant workplace practices. Whether you are resolving disputes, updating policies, or advising on senior executive matters, our team delivers solutions that protect your organisation and support effective people management.

News And Insights

Explore the latest legal updates and practical insights from our Employment team on workplace law, regulatory developments and evolving employment practices.

Frances Murray hosts a webinar on “The Lifespan of Corporate Investigations – Practical & Strategic Considerations” for MBL Seminars

Shahrzad Atai features in Citywealth’s Leaders List 60-second spotlight interview

Soma Barzinji writes about the business impact of proposed Home Office settlement reforms in People Management

What Our Clients Say

Read what our clients have to say about their experience with us.

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I have been a client with Seddons for years and they are truly excellent. My lawyer Odein Willie-Harry is exceptional. She is knowledgeable, always available, kind and considerate and most of all a rock. Selling my house was stressful but the one thing I always knew is that I could rely on her advice and support. I can't thank her and the team enough. Happy New Year Seddons! I will be back when I find a new property 😌
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I have worked with Moshe on quite a few deals. He is super responsive, approachable and works at lightning speed. He also very good at explaining complicated matters in a very clear way. He goes above and beyond. Highly recommended.
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neil willis
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Howard Freeman acted for us on a house sale. He did a great job, clear, regular communication. He was always available and the sale was executed on time to budget. Thank you Howard. Great job.
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Most efficient , thorough, diligent and excellent work by Lana and Howard at Seddons..managing to secure the purchase of my new home in Ealing.. Not only are they very responsive, helpful, pre active on all the issues throughout, its all done working with a most decent and amiable manner.. After what has been a long complicated journey buying a property I kept the faith with Seddons who have been with me on this quest..and this one went through in rapid time, 8 weeks from offer being accepted to completion... All queries were answered comprehensivley, additional questions and concerns covered and reports provided in good time..I didnt have to chase any answers with them, they were ahead of the game in all areas... Would highly recommend and continue to use Seddons for any legal matters...
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Ran was acting for the Seller in a block sale and was efficient and communicative throughout. I would be happy to recommend her to other clients
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Great service from a great company. Very helpful and open communication through each stage. Would thoroughly recommend. m
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Mike Builds
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Howard Freeman handled my property sale and purchase and I could not recommend him more highly. Flawless service, professional, thorough and friendly, very fast to respond and always happy to answer questions. Would 100% use Seddons again.
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Got my ILR application handled by Soma. Got it approved, smooth process and clear communication all the way through.

FAQs

If you can’t find what you need, please contact us directly.

What is employment law?

Employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, including contracts, workplace rights, discrimination, dismissal and tribunal processes.

Why do I need a solicitor for employment issues?

Specialist solicitors help interpret complex legislation, draft compliant documentation,
manage disputes and represent you in tribunals, reducing risk and protecting your interests.

Can you help with unfair dismissal claims?

Yes. We advise on unfair dismissal issues and represent clients in tribunal claims where disputes cannot be resolved through negotiation.

What is a settlement agreement?

A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract that allows an employee and employer to agree terms on which employment ends, often including compensation and confidentiality terms.

Do you advise employees as well as employers?

Yes. We act for both employers and employees, providing tailored advice depending on your role, rights and objectives.

How long does an employment dispute take?

Timescales vary depending on the complexity, whether the matter is resolved through negotiation, ADR or tribunal proceedings. We provide clear guidance based on the specifics of your case.

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