Employment Law for Employers.
Our specialist employment lawyers are here to help business owners manage HR compliance, draft contracts, and protect your company against costly workplace disputes.
At Lanyon Bowdler, we specialise in employment law for employers.
Employment law and HR impact hugely on how a business functions – but it can also prove restrictive and time consuming at times for managers and business owners. At Lanyon Bowdler we can help relieve a lot of the burden in providing prompt, concise and commercially minded advice on how to deal with a full range of employment law and HR matters.
We don’t just sell time; we sell experience, expertise, know-how and results. We will tailor our service, pricing and payment arrangements to suit your business and priorities, whether on a standalone basis or to complement your existing HR capabilities, from anywhere between providing unlimited 24/7 support for a fixed fee to providing “pay as you go” as-required assistance – backed by service level guarantees and, if selected, insurance cover against tribunal costs and awards.
We approach employment law matters for business clients in the manner that will best suit the client’s requirements. This may mean applying a ‘least risk’, a commercially practical or an aggressive approach, depending on whether a client’s priority is to minimise exposure to risk, to reach a quick resolution or to discourage further claims of a similar nature.
Whatever your requirements, whether in relation to:
Our specialist employment lawyers will be happy to assist you.
Our fixed fee retainer packages help businesses spread the cost of legal advice and assistance, whilst also providing pricing certainty; and they provide a ready means for managers to obtain advice at the point when they should prudently obtain it, rather than potentially waiting until it’s too late and problems being created, or being made worse.
In addition to reactive advice, depending upon the level of service you choose, we can provide in house training for managers at your premises on a range of topics such as absence management and how to deal with difficult employees at no extra cost.
Unlike some firms who offer retainer services, with Lanyon Bowdler you know that you will receive high quality advice from qualified solicitors – and not inexperienced advisers or otherwise non-solicitors. Further, given our wide geographical spread, we are local to most of our clients, and so conveniently on hand for when face to face advice and assistance is required.
John is the head of the Employment Department. He acts for employers of all sizes from small businesses to large national and international concerns, including in relation to business transfers, the preparation of contracts of employment, effecting dismissals and conducting in-house training. John advises both employers and employees in connection with employment tribunal proceedings and appeals and is an experienced advocate.
Our Employment Law Solicitors have many years experience supporting our business clients.
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:
The 2026 edition of Legal 500 states “Lanyon Bowdler‘s employment team offers specialist advice in TUPE and business transfers, as well as advice to private employees, including senior executives, regarding restrictive covenants, tribunal claims, and settlement agreements. The practice demonstrates particular experience in advising schools and colleges in relation to academy conversions.”
Testimonials
“Lanyon Bowdler stands out for its exceptional service, expertise, and pragmatic approach to employment law.”
“The employment law team is highly effective, responsive, thoughtful, and provides tailored legal advice.”
Work highlights
Advised Dodd Group in connection with the transfer out of employees under TUPE following the expiry of part of the contract for gas service and maintenance for a local authority.
The 2026 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.”
Strengths
“They have been very knowledgeable and supportive, and their strength was that their advice was not woolly. They gave me clear advice and options.”
“The communication, advice and resolution were first class.”
“The value the team offer our business is exceptional.”
“Their client care and concern is exemplary, and they work together with us as case managers to ensure the client is fully supported and understood.”
From the first contact, the team at Lanyon Bowdler gave a fast & efficient service. They were very friendly & gave me the confidence that I had found the right solicitors. The advice given & the fast responses were beyond my expectations. The matter was resolved in no time at all.
Since dealing with Lanyon Bowdler they have been diligent, efficient and at all times very helpful along with being structured in dealing with matters, fees and clarity on all levels. Thank you.
I was clearly informed of progress step by step. The service you provided was very good.
All work carried out effectively and efficiently.
An excellent service with solicitors that you can talk to and who give you a clear understanding of all necessary legal implications and interpretations.
From start to finish we had excellent service. Friendly, approachable and professional.
Very clear, concise advice and guidance, easy to understand.
Good service provided throughout with clear communication throughout with all options explored.
I can thoroughly recommend the highly professional and supportive service received over the last few months.
Responsive, supportive, approachable, clear and empathetic.
Professional and prompt communication. Supportive and client focused.
Whenever I have had need to contact Lanyon Bowdler I have always received a fast, concise and friendly response.
Definitely would use Lanyon Bowdler again if I need the use of a solicitor.
Smooth and efficient service from very professional firm.
We were particularly impressed with the quality of work, the speed and excellent communication.
Very friendly and approachable. Very good advice
Great Service; Lanyon Bowdler were excellent from the outset. Straightforward and easy process. I just sat back and waited.
I can thoroughly recommend the highly professional and supportive service received over the last few months. In particular John Merry.
Everything has been professional, efficient and courteous throughout and we are very pleased, both with the service and with the eventual outcome of our case. Everything was first class and exceeded our expectations. Thank you again for providing such splendid service. It is really appreciated.
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