Plymouth Employment Law Solicitors

Any employer who is seeking the support or advice of an employment law solicitor in Plymouth will benefit from our excellent database that holds the details and profiles of no less than 25 different firms that specialise in the field of employment law. This means that both employers and employees who have any employment based legal concerns will be spoilt for choice when deciding upon the most suitable solicitor for their needs.

What does employment law cover?

Employment law is a vast field that covers a wide variety of cases. The laws are in place to protect employees from being treated badly by their employers and to protect employers who are not receiving the expected levels of work or conduct from their staff. Some of the most common reasons for individuals to contact an employment law solicitor in Plymouth include:

• Redundancies
• Claims for unfair dismissal
• Discrimination, bullying and grievances
• Contract writing and contract amendments
• Changes to business structure or the duties of employees
• Salary and employee benefits
• Pension plans and contributions
• Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave and pay
• Relocation of company

Employment law solicitors can work with clients from all industries, though some may specialise in certain niches. If your case is likely to need specialist industry knowledge, it is important to assess the experience of the solicitor on the initial appointment.

How much do the services of an employment law solicitor cost?

The fees that a solicitor charges will depend on a number of different factors including:

• Case type
• Workload
• The length of time that the case will take
• Any specialist requirements needed
• The experience of the solicitor handling the case

When you have your initial consultation with the solicitor, it is vital that you obtain a quote for the services that you require. It is also advisable to compare prices from at least three other local employment law solicitors in Plymouth to ensure that prices are realistic, fair and competitive.

I think I have been discriminated against, can a solicitor help?

Any employee that feels that they have been treated unfairly by their employer should seek legal advice at the earliest opportunity. An employment law solicitor will be able to assess the individual case and pass judgment on whether they agree that you have been treated unfairly or discriminated against.

If they believe that you have a firm case, the solicitor will provide legal advice on how best to proceed. This is likely to initially be raising a formal complaint with your employer. Upon their response, your solicitor will assist you in how to move forward which may involve building a case against your employer to take to a tribunal.

Where can I get free legal advice?

If you are not quite ready to instruct a Plymouth employment law solicitor, but you would still like some legal advice, we have a number of options for you to choose from. To start with it is a good idea to read through relevant legal guides to help give you a better understanding of your legal issue and the options that may be available to you. Our employment law guides section is regularly updated with user-friendly guides on a vast array of topics, including working time regulations, rights to equal pay, sex discrimination, redundancy and constructive dismissal. You can also search our Ask a Solicitor section, where you will find answers to many common employment law questions.

If you can't find what you are looking for, or you have a specific question, use our Ask a Solicitor service to ask employment law questions online. This service is completely free to use, and you can receive answers to your question directly from solicitors and experienced legal professionals.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SOLICITOR IN PLYMOUTH FOR EMPLOYMENT LAW?

Choosing the right solicitor can feel like a daunting process. It is important that you find a solicitor that you not only have confidence in, but also feel comfortable communicating with. Before hiring a solicitor it is a good idea to ask a number of questions to help determine if they are the right solicitor for you. Here are some of the questions you may want to ask:

• Is the solicitor experienced in similar employment law cases?
• Will the solicitor fees be fixed or variable based on the volume of work undertaken?
• How long do they anticipate the work will take to complete?
• How often will you be updated on the progress of your case?
• Does the solicitor have references from previous clients?
• How successful has the solicitor been with similar cases in the past?