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There are several reasons why you might be looking for an Employment Law Solicitor, and you'll want to ensure that you appoint one that meets your needs. You might have been discriminated against at work or unfairly dismissed, and want to know where you stand. You might have found out that one of your employees has breached company rules or a contractual agreement, or has committed a criminal offence, and you are not sure what to do next. Whatever the reason you are looking for an employment solicitor, you will want to ensure that you appoint the right one. This will require a degree of due diligence on your part to ensure you appoint an appropriate solicitor and legal resource. Here are a few tips for Employees and Employers on dealing with Employment Law matters and also appointing an Employment Law Solicitor: 1. Before you decide on taking legal action, you should determine whether there are alternative ways of resolving the matter. Where possible you should speak to your Human Resources or Personnel department or the Union representative concerned or alternatively ACAS to see if the situation can be resolved without resorting to formal legal action. 2. Employees who are looking to take action against a company will want a solicitor who is capable of understanding their needs and can empathise with what they are experiencing. 3. If an employee brings a case against a company, employers need to be assured that their employment law solicitor will be able to handle the case with professionalism and confidentiality and be able to provide specialist strategic employment law guidance to ensure the best result is obtained for the employer. 4. Find out how much experience the employment solicitor you are considering using has in relation to your specific enquiry. Have they dealt with similar cases, and what was the outcome? If they haven't got a good track record, are they the right solicitor for you? You might consider asking for testimonials from their clients who have been in similar situations. 5. A solicitor that specialises in employment law may be more appropriate than a solicitor who is a generalist and advises on a broad area of law such as commercial law matters or property conveyancing. Employment Law is a very different area of law and employment solicitors tend to have specialist qualifications and experience which are not easily transferable from other disciplines. 6. Friends and other colleagues may be able to assist you when you are choosing an employment law solicitor. Perhaps they have had a good or bad experience with the solicitor you are considering. If you think that your employee or employer has a case to answer, or you want your staff contracts updating, why not talk to an Employment Law Solicitor today. They should know current employment legislation and be able to provide guidance on the best options for dealing with your enquiry in a quick and efficient manner.
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