Employment tribunal proceedings

Facing an Employment Tribunal claim can be stressful and time-consuming for any business. Alongside the financial implications, there can also be concerns about disruption to your business, management time and reputational impact.

Whether you are dealing with a former employee’s allegations or responding to a current workplace dispute, obtaining early legal advice can often make a significant difference to the outcome.

At Boys & Maughan Solicitors, our experienced employment law team advises employers and employees across East Kent on a wide range of Employment Tribunal matters. We can help you understand the strength of your position, assess the risks involved and guide you towards the most practical and commercially sensible solution.

In some situations, defending a claim robustly may be the right course of action. In others, a carefully negotiated settlement agreement can help avoid the cost, uncertainty and stress of Tribunal proceedings. We will always provide clear, straightforward advice tailored to your circumstances.

If a dispute becomes inevitable, we can support you throughout the Tribunal process, from the preparation of your response and supporting documentation through to representation at preliminary and final hearings.

We regularly advise and represent clients in Employment Tribunal claims involving:

Unfair dismissal
Wrongful dismissal
Constructive dismissal
Workplace discrimination
Bullying and harassment
Breach of contract disputes
Settlement agreements

Employment Tribunal cases are often legally and procedurally complex. Preparing evidence, complying with deadlines and understanding the Tribunal process can be challenging without specialist guidance. Our team works closely with clients to help reduce uncertainty and keep matters progressing as efficiently as possible.

We also recognise that many employers want to resolve disputes discreetly and with minimal disruption to their business. Early advice can often help identify opportunities to resolve matters before they escalate further.

For transparent information about legal fees and likely timescales, you can read more here:

Employment Tribunal costs information

If your business is facing an Employment Tribunal claim, contact Andrew Baker at our Margate office on 01843 234000 for initial guidance and practical advice.