Our team of Employment Law specialist solicitors in Leicestershire consists of dedicated lawyers who deal exclusively with employment law, including redundancy. The team has over 30 years’ experience collectively and have wide, in-depth knowledge of all employment matters and disputes.
Lawson West’s expert employment solicitors and lawyers have significant experience in cases of redundancy.
Read our helpful articles and case studies (see links below) of how others have dealt with redundancy.
Redundancy can occur when an employer’s business, or part of the business has ceased to operate and/or the employer’s business has moved to a different place; the business’s need for work of a particular type has ceased or diminished meaning the role/s are no longer required.
The rules on redundancy are unclear and open to interpretation which can cause people to be subjected to unfair practices and processes. The obligations on the employer when making 20 or less roles redundant is to merely act ‘fairly and reasonably’ when looking at the candidate/s who are at risk.
In situations where 20 or more people are made redundant a more regulated process is required (please contact us for details if this applies to your situation).
The guidance suggests that in order for a redundancy situation to be fair and reasonable, consideration needs to be given to the following:
There is no actual requirement for a step process or a number of consultation meetings unless the redundancy is for 20 or more roles. However, it is good practice to meet with the individuals at risk to keep them abreast of the developments and seek their assistance with any possible resolutions.
If you feel that you have been unfairly selected, for example you are the only person within your team placed at risk and selected, you may have been unfairly dismissed.
If you have been made redundant we can help. Please remember there are strict time limits in Employment claims and you should take good free legal advice as soon as possible.
In addition to No Win No Fee, Lawson West solicitors acts for our clients on a variety of other funding arrangements including Legal Expenses insurance funding. We can assess your case to decide which is the best funding option for you.
With offices in Leicester and Market Harborough our employment solicitors and lawyers can discuss your employment law claim online or at any of our branches. We are a national provider of expert employment law advice, we handle hundreds of enquiries from up and down the country and we welcome a free discussion with you regarding your circumstances and potential claim.
If you believe you have a situation where you require free legal advice, please contact us on telephone 0116 212 1000 or 01858 445 480, alternatively complete the free Contact Us form and we will get in touch as soon as possible.
Our large, experienced team manages volumes of claims, with expertise in business restructurings, redundancies, TUPE transfers, advising on claimant and HR practices, dismissal, disability, whistleblowing and all forms of employment law to affect employees and contractors.
We understand ACAS guidelines and have experience of trade unions, advising on obligations and employee rights. We can act as a preferred supplier of legal services and panel appointments. From employee best practice to Employment Tribunal and Appeals, we provide confident, knowledgeable advice.
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