Employment tribunal proceedings

Sometimes there may be no choice other than to stand your ground, but on other occasions a carefully negotiated settlement agreement may be a far better legal solution than having to face up to a Tribunal claim.

If a dispute becomes inevitable we can help steer you through the Tribunal process, from the initial preparation of your response as the employer through to representation at a final hearing.

We regularly defend Employment Tribunal (ET) claims in respect of wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, discrimination, bullying and harassment. We also act for employees.

Read details of how much an employment tribunal claim will cost and how long it could take here.

In July 2013 the Government introduced Employment Tribunal fees following significant growth in the number of claims lodged. Since then there has been a marked decrease in new claims, suggesting the fee regime is a deterrent.

Those ET cases that remain are often more complex, and potentially more costly, not only financially but in terms of reputational risks for the business.

Contact Andrew Baker at our Margate office on 01843 234000 for advice if your business is facing an Employment Tribunal claim.