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Blake Lapthorn delivers a ‘first-class service’ that is ‘wholly professional and pragmatic’. The firm advises Wightlink on all aspects of employment law, including handling tribunal claims. Recommended individuals include ‘superb employment specialist’ Max Craft, who ‘offers realistic advice and solutions to difficult issues’; the ‘down-to-earth’ Sarah Peacock; and the ‘extremely reliable’ Marianne Pieterse.

Bond Pearce LLP recently advised on the employment implications of Kingfisher and B&Q’s acquisition of 28 Focus DIY stores, and represented Ordinance Survey in an unfair dismissal claim. Christina Tolvas-Vincent leads the team, which recently gained Royal Mail as a client. Jon Hales is also recommended.

Clients of the ‘always fantastic’ Paris Smith LLP include Southampton FC, New Look and BAT. The team handles the full gamut of employment issues, and has recently been particularly active in complex discrimination claims and senior employee exits. Clive Dobbin and David Roath are ‘commercially orientated and never sit on the fence’.

Delivering ‘relevant, commercial advice and prompt responses’, Shoosmiths’ employment offering is led by Helena Derbyshire, who is particularly experienced in business reorganisation and TUPE matters, and provides ‘a balanced legal position and practical advice’.

Trethowans LLP’s clients include Barcardi-Martini, Associated Newspapers and The Wrigley Company. Jon Loney and Simon Rhodes are recommended.

Clarke Willmott LLP’s communication is ‘among the best’; clients ‘never have to chase for anything’. ‘Nothing is too much trouble’ for Marc Long, who recently provided employment law training to Liverpool Victoria. Mike Wilson left for Blake Lapthorn in May 2012.

Dorlee Monschau leads the team at Coffin Mew LLP, which saw an increase in healthcare, technology, education and charity matters. The firm handles both contentious and non-contentious mandates.

Lamport Bassitt’s employment group is led by Jonathan Gray, who is recognised for his advocacy skills at employment tribunals. The team maintains a strong reputation for union work.

The ‘proactive’ team at Penningtons Solicitors LLP recently gained The Fire Fighters Charity and Lanson International as new clients. The ‘very commercial’ David Bickford is an active figure on the tribunal side.

Thomas Eggar LLP’s clients include Kenwood, Southern Water and Chichester University. The ‘very professional’ Esther Smith ‘gets to the point very quickly, and is clearly very experienced in the field’.

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  • TRANSFER OF UNDERTAKINGS (PROTECTION OF EMPLOYMENT) AND AGE DISCRIMINATION

    I have been asked to cover the topic of Employment law within my half an hour speaking slot today. I have narrowed my subject down to Transfer of Undertakings and Discrimination, with the focus on providing an update on the recent spate of cases on service provision change and on the important developments in the law of age discrimination. Needless to say, in my presentation I shall not be able to cover the level of detail which is contained in my written paper, which I will leave you to read.
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