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Leading Juniors

Christopher Howells - Civitas LawChristopher is a very experienced, excellent employment barrister, always very well prepared and a skilled advocate. He goes the extra mile for his clients.'
Jonathan Walters - Civitas LawHis attention to detail is second to none, and he is a very calm pair of hands through what can be a very difficult and complex process.'
Joanne Williams - Civitas LawJoanne is extremely approachable and always gives very practical advice.'

Employment in Regional Bar

Civitas Law

Civitas Law‘s employment team is highly experienced in representing claimants and respondents in a broad range of employment matters, and fields expertise in acting for both employers and employees. Christopher Howells successfully defended Dolce & Gabbana against an unfair dismissal and race discrimination claim brought by a former employee, who was dismissed on the grounds of gross misconduct. Joanne Williams regularly acts for respondents in cases involving disability discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims.

Testimonials

Set

Good availability of counsel.’

Excellent employment barristers in the set.’

Clerking

The team at Civitas are helpful and readily available, particularly Jonathan Mytton.’

The clerks are very approachable. Jonathan Mytton is particularly friendly and helpful.’