Employment Law Solicitors for Employers, HR and Businesses

Employment Law Advice

Managing a workforce means navigating a complex and constantly evolving body of UK employment law. From drafting employment contracts to defending tribunal claims, employers of all sizes face legal risk at every stage of the employment relationship. Duncan Lewis provides commercially focused, specialist employment law solicitors for businesses and employers, giving HR teams, business owners, and senior management the legal support they need to protect their organisation, manage risk, progress opportunities and stay compliant.

We provide clear and practical employment law advice on a wide range of matters.

Business Employment Law Services for Employers and HR

Our employment team provides pragmatic, strategic legal advice across all aspects of employment law that affect businesses. We tailor our support to the size, sector, and specific needs of your organisation, whether you are a small business owner handling your first employment dispute, a HR team managing a complex restructure or anything in-between .

Employment Contracts and Documentation and Restrictive Covenants

Poorly drafted employment contracts are one of the most common sources of workplace disputes. We can help you draft, review, and update employment contracts, consultancy agreements, staff handbooks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance, reflect current best practice, and protect your business. We also advise on senior executive contracts, where terms around notice periods, restrictive covenants, and remuneration require particular care.

We advise on post-termination restrictive covenants to help protect your business against leavers working for competitors, whether you are entering into new restrictions or looking to enforce existing ones.

Disciplinary, Grievance, Absence and Other Issues

Employers can be faced with a wide range of processes and issues: disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence and family related leave matters are just a few. Handling these issues incorrectly can distract your business and even leave you exposed to unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. We advise employers on fair procedures, the requirements of the Acas Code of Practice, and how to manage misconduct, poor performance, and grievances in a way that reduces tribunal risk and gets you to where you need to be.

Defending Employment Tribunal Claims

Receiving a tribunal claim can be a significant source of stress and reputational risk for any business. Operational costs and time can be significant. With extensive experience defending employers against all types of employment claims  including unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, and breach of contract, we will advise on the merits of the claim from the outset, manage the Acas Early Conciliation process, assist with settlement and other negotiations, and represent your organisation through to the final hearing where necessary.

Redundancy, Restructuring and TUPE

A redundancy process that is not handled correctly can result in unfair dismissal (and other) claims and significant legal and business cost. We advise employers on lawful redundancy procedures, individual and collective consultation obligations, selection criteria, and the calculation of statutory and contractual redundancy pay.

We also advise on TUPE (the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations) where a business sale, outsourcing, or service change triggers employee transfer obligations.

Senior Executive and Other Exits

We regularly advise businesses in respect of senior executive and employee exits across a wide range of circumstances.  We are experienced supporting businesses with the departures of individuals, which often have additional considerations (such as bespoke remuneration matters, share and option agreements and statutory directorships), in the wider context of business stability, transfer of roles and reputational/PR matters.

Settlement Agreements

Settlement agreements are one of the most effective tools available to employers, to bring to an end an employment relationship where there is a possibility of an employee issuing legal proceedings. It can ensure a clean, confidential exit from a difficult employment relationship. We can draft settlement agreements, advise on the appropriate financial and other terms, and ensure the agreement is legally compliant and enforceable. We work quickly and pragmatically to help employers resolve disputes without the need for tribunal proceedings.

Discrimination and Whistleblowing

Discrimination claims and whistleblowing complaints carry significant financial and reputational risk. We advise employers on their legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010, how to respond to internal complaints, and how to manage investigations in a way that is procedurally sound and legally defensible. We also advise on whistleblowing policies and the obligations that arise when a ‘protected disclosure’ is made.

Employment Law Advice for HR Teams

Our employment law solicitors provide ongoing employment law and HR support to businesses that need access to specialist legal knowledge without the cost of a full-time legal function. We can act as an extension of your HR team — advising on day-to-day employment issues, reviewing policies, support with difficult  employee/management situations, and keeping you updated on changes to UK employment law, including developments under the Employment Rights Act 1996, Employment Rights Act 2025 and other emerging legislation. Please contact us to find out more.

Retainer and HR Package Options

For businesses that need regular employment law advice, we offer retainer arrangements that provide access to our employment team on a cost-effective, predictable basis. A retainer gives your HR team and management the peace of mind of knowing specialist employment solicitors are on hand when issues arise, without the uncertainty of open-ended hourly billing. We tailor retainer packages to the size and needs of your organisation. Please contact us to discuss the options available.

Why Choose Duncan Lewis Employment Solicitors for Your Business?

• Specialist employment law solicitors with extensive experience advising employers across all sectors
• Commercially focused advice that balances legal risk with your business objectives
• Pragmatic, clear guidance — we explain complex employment law in straightforward terms
• Support for HR teams, business owners, and senior management
• Based in London with employment lawyers advising businesses across England and Wales
• Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

Get Employment Law Advice for Your Business Today

Whether you are dealing with an immediate employment dispute, need to review your employment contracts and other documentation, or want ongoing legal support for your HR team, our business employment law solicitors are ready to help.

Speak to our employment law team today. Call us, submit an enquiry online, or email us directly for an initial consultation.