Employment Law – Legal Support for HR Concerns
First-rate legal advice from employment solicitors
For most people, having a job is an essential part of life. There are challenges in any workplace, so it is important to know your workplace rights and how to resolve any issues that may come up.
We know that not all employment issues require a solicitor. That’s why our team of employment specialists in Bath, Frome, Sherborne and Wells includes both solicitors and HR consultants. Their mix of knowledge and skills means you can always access the support that is right for you at Mogers Drewett Solicitors.
Whether you need guidance on solving a workplace problem, feel you are being discriminated against or need help negotiating the best package, we are here to offer you effective, practical advice.
Our HR and employment legal services
Resolving disputes
If you have a problem at work, our team can help you understand how to resolve it. That could involve sorting things out informally, taking out a grievance or making a claim to an employment tribunal.
Understanding your workplace rights
Employment and workplace rights are designed to balance the expectations of the job with the fair treatment of the employee doing it.
Your exact rights will vary depending on the kind of job you do, the arrangement you have with your employer and many other variables. But it is important that you understand your rights to avoid being treated unfairly by your employer.
Our employment solicitors can advise on your maternity or paternity rights, your right to work remotely or the support available for long-term health conditions such as Long Covid.
Specialist advice for senior executives, directors and shareholders
Many employment issues relate specifically to senior executives. The increased pay, bonuses and benefits for senior executives and directors usually come with more restrictions and duties, such as restrictive covenants and longer notice periods.
Our expert team has a wealth of experience in drafting, negotiating and advising on such agreements to get the best deal for you.
Next step: Get in touch for HR and employment advice
If you need advice on an employment matter, contact our team of employment solicitors and HR consultants on: 0800 533 5349 or enquiries@mogersdrewett.com
Meet the team
Frequently asked questions
A grievance refers to any concern, problem or complaint that you want to raise with your employers. This could be regarding your working conditions, pay, treatment or any other aspect of your employment.
If you and your employer are unable to solve the problem informally, you can raise a formal written grievance through your line manager or senior manager. Your workplace policy might also require you to submit a copy of your grievance to HR.
Your employer will need to acknowledge and investigate your grievance in accordance with the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) code of practice.
You should contact an employment solicitor when you’re unable to resolve a dispute, your workplace rights are being violated or you need specialist advice.
This could include, but isn’t limited to:
- Unfair disciplinary action
- Unfair dismissal
- Redundancy
- Gross misconduct
- Contracts of employment
- Breach of contract
- Pay and bonuses
- Workplace bullying
- Working hours
- Grievances
- Restrictive covenants
- Whistleblowing
Your employment contract is more than a legal necessity. It’s a way for you to protect and enforce your workplace and employment rights. Having a fair and agreeable employment contract in place offers peace of mind to all parties.
The cost involved will depend on a number of different factors, all of which are unique to the individual. See more information about our pricing
The time that it takes from receiving your initial instructions to the final resolution of your case depends largely on the stage at which your issue is resolved.
As an estimate, the process is likely to take six to nine months. But we will be able to give you a more accurate timescale once we know more about your personal circumstances.
To solve your dispute as quickly as possible, contact us now to speak with an employment solicitor based in Bath, Frome, Sherborne or Wells.
Managing Partner & Employment Solicitor Sean McDonough supervises the team of employment and HR specialists in Bath, Sherborne & Wells.
