Employment Law Solicitors

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Our employment law solicitors provide expert legal advice for employees, workers and consultants at all levels.

We believe individuals should always be treated fairly and the terms of their contacts adhered to. We also believe that everybody is entitled to a reasonable working environment. Our employment rights lawyers will help you understand your rights and options should you be experiencing problems at work.

If you have problems at work, such as disagreements, disputes or discrimination, it’s a good idea to seek legal advice from employment law specialists. Understanding your rights as an employee early on in a dispute can strengthen your claim and ensure measures are taken to assist you.

Our employment solicitors take pride in acting for our clients on a range of issues; from redundancy to resignation and disciplinary matters. Nothing is too much trouble if it means we can help secure your preferred outcome.

Get in touch with our team today to arrange a meeting with one of our expert employment law solicitors. Call us on 0800 118 1500 or complete the form below. 

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Our Employment Law Solicitors

Why choose Talbots’ employment solicitors?

At Talbots Law, we pride ourselves in not only providing bespoke legal advice, but also our skills in communication. When we act for clients, we take the time to gain a good understanding of their situation to decide how best we can help.

Conflicts in the workplace can impact your wellbeing, so it’s our aim to minimise them and find a resolution as quickly and efficiently as possible. In the ever-changing sphere of employment law, you need a team of experts who you can trust to do right by you.

So, who better to trust than Talbots Law’s employment law solicitor

Here’s why so many people trust us with their legal needs:

    • Nationwide expertise with local values

      While we have offices across the country, we remain dedicated to serving you with a personal and client-focused approach.

    • Comprehensive legal services

      From wills and estate planning to family law, business services, and conveyancing, we cover a wide range of legal sectors.

    • Opening hours for your convenience

      We are open 10 hours a day, 5 days a week, ensuring you can get expert legal advice when it suits you.

    • Recognised for quality

      As one of the first law firms in the area to earn the Lexcel quality mark, we promise expert guidance in a way that’s easy to understand.

    • Trusted by clients

      With thousands of reviews across reputable review platforms, we take pride in delivering exceptional service.

    • Employee-owned and client-focused

      Our growing workforce across expanding geographical areas is passionate about helping you resolve your legal matters efficiently.

I think I’ve been dismissed unfairly. What can I do?

If you believe that your dismissal was unfair, you may want to make a claim to an employment tribunal. Before you do so, it will be important for you to be clued in on the legal grounds for dismissal, and take your situation fully into consideration.

This includes considering whether, for example, you were discriminated against? Did your employer act within the ACAS Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance matters?

These are all matters you should discuss early on with one of Talbots Law specialist employment solicitors. They will firstly assess if you have a claim and secondly ensure you adhere to the strict time limits for making a claim.

Should I have a contract of employment?

All employees should receive a written statement covering specific aspects of terms of employment within 8 weeks from the commencement of employment. This can be in the form of a letter or a contract of employment.

If you have received a contract of employment and you are unclear of the consequences of signing the contract, we can review this and advise you.

What are my rights if my working conditions are unsafe or unreasonable?

Your employer has a legal duty of care to protect your health, safety and wellbeing at work. This includes providing:

  • A safe working environment and equipment

  • Adequate training and supervision

  • Reasonable working hours and breaks

  • Proper risk assessments

If your workplace is unsafe, or you’re being asked to work in conditions that put you at risk (physically or mentally), you should raise your concerns internally first — through your manager or HR.
If nothing changes, you can make a formal grievance or contact the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).


You’re also protected by law from being dismissed or treated unfairly for raising genuine health and safety concerns — that would count as whistleblowing.

What are my maternity, paternity and parental leave rights?

UK law offers strong protection for parents and those expecting a child:

  • Maternity leave: Up to 52 weeks (26 ordinary + 26 additional). The first 39 weeks may be paid if you qualify for Statutory Maternity Pay or Maternity Allowance.

  • Paternity leave: Up to 2 weeks paid leave, and since 2024, this can be taken as two separate one-week blocks.

  • Shared parental leave: You and your partner can share up to 50 weeks of leave and 37 weeks of pay if you’re both eligible.

  • Adoption leave: The same entitlements as maternity leave apply.

  • Protection: You can’t be treated unfairly, dismissed, or made redundant because of pregnancy, maternity or paternity leave.

If you’re unsure about eligibility or if your employer is refusing your rights, an employment solicitor can help you challenge this and ensure you’re treated fairly.

How can our employment law solicitors help?

Our experienced employment law solicitors offer supportive and practical advice to help you resolve or settle workplace disputes.

Because we advise employees, workers and consultants at all levels, it means that we are best placed to act for you regarding any work-related problem including:

  • Settlement agreement solicitors
  • Disciplinary and grievances
  • Redundancy and restructures
  • Contracts of employment
  • Changes to terms and conditions
  • Discrimination including disability, sex, race, age and sexual orientation.
  • Bullying and harassment
  • Sickness absence
  • Performance management
  • Maternity and paternity rights
  • Pay and national minimum wage
  • Equal pay
  • Unfair dismissal and discrimination claims
  • Bringing employment tribunal claims
  • TUPE
  • Whistleblowing
How much will employment legal advice cost?

We know that paying for legal advice can be difficult especially when you are worried about your job. We offer a range of fee options including capped fees. Also, if deemed suitable for your matter, options can include fixed fees.

You may also be able to claim the costs of instructing us through legal insurance policies you may have such as home cover insurance.

Call Talbots Law today on 0800 118 1500 or fill out our contact form to find out how we can help you.

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