Employment Law for Employers.

We offer employers insurance which will pay legal costs in respect of representation and any settlement, compensation or damages awards arising from a dispute with a worker.

Cover is triggered by the commencement of ACAS early conciliation or when a claim is issued in the employment tribunal.

Additional cover can also be provided in respect of all or any of:

• costs involved in resolving legal disputes that arise from restrictive covenants;
• representation in connection with appeals against the decision of a licensing or other authority, to change the terms of, suspend or revoke a business license or compulsory registration;
• representation in the event of prosecution under the Data Protection Act 2018.

The 2024 edition of The Legal 500 states “John Merry leads a ‘professional and approachable’ team at Lanyon Bowdler that is lauded for its ‘clear and concise advice’. It specialises in TUPE issues and is also skilled at advising schools and colleges as well as farmers and growers on various employment matters. Another core area of expertise includes advising Court of Protection appointed deputies and case managers on the employment of carers”.

Testimonials

‘Excellent and friendly advice – very clear and pragmatic. Everyone is professional but ‘user friendly”.

‘This practice is unique by giving the personal touch and are with you every step of the way. Nothing ever feels like too much trouble and they are open and honest about their costs’.

‘Very competent, helpful and knowledgeable. Quick to reply to matters raised’.

‘Lanyon Bowdler are a very ‘on the ball’ practice, their knowledge of employment law and up to date case law, makes the more difficult aspects of employee relations easier. They are able to guide my team into a fair approach which does not put the business at risk‘.

Work highlights

Advised Plastic Omnium in respect of TUPE in connection with insourcing contracted out logistics services.

Advised Plastic Omnium in connection with the UK employment law aspects of its acquisition of ACTIA Power.

The 2024 edition of Chambers UK states: ‘Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors is noted for its non-contentious employment expertise and is frequently sought after to advise on transactions and TUPE transfers as well as changes to terms and conditions and policies and procedures. The team offers additional capabilities assisting with claims of discrimination and unfair dismissal as well as redundancy processes. The employment team is based across Telford and Hereford.

Strengths

“Fantastic human approach to employer difficulties with full support and advice given.”

“Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors always provide sound, pragmatic advice.”

“The Lanyon Bowdler team is able to handle lots of different legal fields and its ability to cross-reference to other offices is good.”

“Excellent service and extremely responsive to queries.”

“Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors have been able to simplify quite complex situations to enable us to navigate them more easily.”