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Employment law for businesses

The best employment lawyers in Norfolk

We understand that your employees are the most valuable assets you have, and that recruiting and retaining talent is key to long-term success. We work closely with employers to foster the best relationships between employers and employees, helping to prevent issues like tribunal claims from arising. Adopting a “prevention is better than cure” approach, we tailor our support to meet the unique needs of your business, whether you’re managing a small team or a large workforce, to ensure a healthy and productive workplace culture.

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Our employment law solicitors can advise you on:

Contracts of employment & creation of policies

Helping you set out clear contractual documentation

Compromise or settlement agreements

Tailored support with your business interests in mind

Termination of employment

Comprehensive support for businesses facing termination decisions

Grievance & disciplinary procedures

Lay solid foundations for procedures and protect your business

Unfair dismissal or discrimination claims

Preventative and proactive support for unfair dismissal

Rights of employees

Understanding and upholding employee rights

Redundancy

Guiding you on procedure and documentation

Contracts of employment & creation of policies

We offer guidance in drafting and reviewing contracts of employment, ensuring they are clear, comprehensive, and compliant with the latest legal requirements. We also support businesses in creating tailored workplace policies that foster positive employee relations, mitigate risk, and help ensure compliance with employment law. Whether you’re establishing a new contract, updating policies, or creating employee handbooks, we work closely with you to align your documentation with your business goals, enhancing both legal protection and workplace harmony.





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FAQs

Below you will find answers to the questions we are most often asked by business owners and HR professionals about employment law matters, including disciplinaries, redundancies and settlement agreements. This section is designed to give you clear, practical information so you can quickly find the guidance you need.

If your question isn’t covered here, or you would like advice tailored to your organisation’s specific circumstances, our employment law solicitors across Norfolk are always happy to support you with a confidential consultation.

Why choose us?

Open-minded, supportive communication

Over 70 years of experience

A dedicated client relations
desk

Transparent, solution-focused advice

Our Process

Employment law can be complex and fast-moving, which is why we have provided a straightforward outline of the typical stages in an employment matter, from initial contact through to resolution. Whether you are managing a workplace dispute, considering a restructure or responding to an employment claim, understanding the process can help you plan and respond effectively.

Timescales and options vary by case, and our team will work with you to agree a clear strategy and timetable that meets your business’s needs, protects your legal position, and supports positive outcomes for your workforce and organisation.

Step 1: Initial Discussion

We learn about your situation and identify the key employment or HR issues.

Step 2: Review of Documents

We assess contracts, policies, and correspondence to spot risks and opportunities.

Step 3: Clear Advice and Strategy

You receive straightforward guidance tailored to disciplinary matters, grievances, redundancies, or settlement discussions.

Step 4: Practical Support

We help prepare letters, meeting notes, consultation documents, and agreements to ensure your processes are compliant.

Step 5: Representation When Needed

If matters escalate, we negotiate on your behalf or represent your business in Tribunal proceedings.

Step 6: Ongoing Support

We remain available to advise as your workforce and HR needs evolve.

Our employment law solicitors are proud to serve local businesses

We pride ourselves on our work with employers to offer practical and confidential legal advice to protect employers from potential future claims. We can either work on a fixed fee arrangement or based on the time spent with an hourly rate of charge. Identifying and dealing with any employment law problems or issues with an employee at an early stage can save much larger legal costs in the long run, should the employee pursue tribunal proceedings.

Our employment solicitors

To find out more or discuss your individual requirements in further detail, our team of qualified and experienced employment lawyers are on hand to help.

Nicola Strefford
Nicola Strefford

Associate and Head of Employment

Mark Kermez
Mark Kermez

Managing Partner & Head of Litigation

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