Mr Francis Mortin > Chambers of Sara Lewis KC > Birmingham, England > Barrister Profile

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC
St Philips Chambers
55 TEMPLE ROW
BIRMINGHAM
B2 5LS
England

Work Department

Employment Law

Position

Francis Mortin is an employment specialist who was ranked as a “Rising Star” in the 2024 Legal 500 on both the North East and Midlands circuits. Having transferred to the Bar from a successful employment practice at leading international law firm Addleshaw Goddard LLP, Francis brings a far greater wealth of experience to his clients than his recent call year may suggest.

An all-rounder in the employment arena, Francis acts in equal measure for both claimants and respondents/defendants in the Employment Tribunal and beyond. He has substantial experience in high-value, high stakes issues, including: acting for parties in discrimination and whistleblowing cases with valuations in excess of £250,000; advising on strategic collective consultation processes; and advising on urgent interlocutory matters in the Employment Tribunal and High Court.

An active part of Francis’ practice involves dealing with issues at the complex interface of employment and civil or commercial law including: restrictive covenants; urgent mandatory and prohibitory interlocutory injunctions; director (often senior and high-profile) exits; and circumstances where key or valuable corporate information is alleged to have been stolen.

Education

MSc., Law, Business and Management – University of Law, Leeds
LPC – University of Law, Leeds
LLM International Business Law (Masters Degree) – University of Hull
LLB Law (Hons) – University of Hull
Civil and Commercial Mediation Accreditation – ADR Group, Leeds

Lawyer Rankings

Regional Bar > North Eastern Circuit > Employment

(Rising stars)Ranked: Tier 1

Francis Mortin – St Philips ChambersHis grasp and knowledge of employment law is spot-on. Francis is an exceptional advocate, with excellent interpersonal skills.’

Regional Bar > Midland Circuit > Employment

(Rising stars)Ranked: Tier 1

Francis Mortin – St Philips Chambers ‘Francis is an exceptional advocate with excellent interpersonal skills. He fully understands and grasps the key issues and the client’s priorities from the outset and is always willing to go above and beyond for clients to achieve the best outcome.’