At Summerfield Browne, we recognise that employment law can frequently seem complex and inaccessible, and that, while employees possess many employment rights today, it is often difficult for them to realise their legal entitlements without expert legal advice. If you choose to instruct our firm, we will make it our mission to provide you with pragmatic legal advice at a cost effective price.
Our employment solicitors are experienced in advising and standing up for the rights of employees and workers. Therefore, whether you are facing disciplinary action, require assistance with submitting a grievance, suspect you may have an Employment Tribunal claim against your employer, or just require advice on a settlement agreement, please contact Summerfield Browne’s employment team to see if we can assist you.
Chris is excellent at getting to grips quickly with our members’ legal issues, and giving practical, succinct and jargon-free advice.
Below is a list of some of the types of employment matters on which we can provide advice to employees:
You can expect our specialist employment lawyers to provide not only expert legal advice but also to show empathy towards your situation as they fully understand that issues arising at work can often be emotional and stressful. Our employment solicitors always aim to settle matters without going to court or the employment tribunal wherever possible, but, if it becomes necessary to issue proceedings, you can be confident that we will strive to enforce your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for you in the circumstances.
Summerfield Browne Solicitors is a forward-thinking law firm which has embraced the benefits afforded by modern technology. Thanks to the increased availability of high speed broadband and advances in cloud-based systems, many of our lawyers are able to work from home and stay in contact with the office via the internet. Not only do we believe that this affords our lawyers a better work-life-balance, it provides significant cost savings which we endeavour to pass on to our clients in the form of reduced fees.
This does not mean, however, that you cannot have a physical meeting with one of our lawyers. In addition to our traditional offices in Leicester, we have also taken advantage of the rise in bookable professional meeting rooms, allowing us to offer in-person meetings in multiple geographical locations without the associated costs of renting permanent office space.
We hope you will find that the reduced overheads afforded by our modern approach to legal practice are reflected in our competitive rates.”
What is a settlement agreement?
A Settlement Agreement is for when an employer and an employee are discussing ending their employment relationship under the terms of a Settlement Agreement
The settlement agreement is a contract which waives the rights of an employee to take legal action against their employer. It can be used in redundancy or dismissal cases.
Why do I need a solicitor for a settlement agreement?
For the Settlement Agreement to be legally valid, the employee must have independent advice before they sign it.
The solicitor will review the settlement agreement, advise the Employee on the terms of the Agreement and advise if it is in their best interest to agree and sign it.
What is the process for a settlement agreement?
The employee confirms with the employer that they will consider a Settlement Agreement, to end their employment relationship. The employee will find and instruct an Employment Solicitor and then make an appointment with the Solicitor to review and advise on the terms of the agreement.
