Employment Tribunals

While many employment disputes can be resolved through negotiation and correct application of procedure, some cases are either so complex or contentious that they progress to the Employment Tribunal, a court specifically for cases between employees and their employers.

If your case against your employer goes this far, or looks like it might, you should seek expert advice from specialist employment lawyers. The Tribunal’s processes can be confusing and you will stand a much higher chance of success if your case is structured and presented by an expert. You can also be sure that your employer will have professional representation.

Our employment team are experienced in advising employees and former employees in cases against an employer for unfair or wrongful dismissal. We understand the stress and urgency involved in dealing with employment matters and the importance of understanding the legal process that will be applied. While individual cases vary, an Employment Tribunal is likely to follow a structure similar to this:

• Initial advice and assessment.
• Pre-action work to include pre-claim conciliation.
• Negotiating settlement.
• Disclosure and bundle preparation.
• Advocacy at a final hearing or the instruction of counsel where necessary.
• Enforcement.
• Witness statements.
• Preparing a Schedule of Loss.
• Issuing proceedings.
• Final Hearing.
• Remedy Hearing.

To find out more about the process and likely timescales, please look at our “Employment Tribunal” pdf or contact us if you wish to discuss this further.