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‘The teams high level of service and attention to detail was just amazing‘.

‘The team know each other very well. It makes for a great working environment. They’re efficient, practical and excellent at what they do‘.

‘Exceptionally strong employment team, well connected with the local community, strong charitable links, expert advice without all of the unnecessary stuff nonsense‘.

‘Due to their exemplary, high quality professional service we are confident about placing our absolute trust in Birkett Long. They provide expert legal knowledge and expertise in a manner which is timely, efficient and clear. The team are approachable, engaging and committed to both their profession and maintaining open and honest relationships‘.

‘I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Julie Temple for a number of years. Julie consistently provides a professional, extremely knowledgeable, personalised and tailored service which always meets our needs in an efficient, well documented and informative manner. Nothing ever seems too much trouble for Julie. The time she has taken to get to know us as an organisation has been invaluable. She is calm and inquisitive to ensure coverage of all angles in any situation; this control makes you feel like you are always in good hands. Julie is meticulous and takes the time to ensure that, as a client, we completely discuss and understand the advice and guidance given‘.

‘I’ve worked with Reggie Lloyd for a long time now. He is incredibly responsive and efficient, even when juggling multiple matters at the same time. He is very good with clients and able to relay to them the practicalities of the litigation process‘.

‘My go to solicitor was Charlotte Holman, Charlotte was not only extremely well trained, but her approach to handling me as her client was nothing short of fantastic. Nothing was ever any issue for Charlotte, out of hours telephone calls returned out of hours, professionalism, hard working, supportive would be the words to sum up Charlotte’s approach to her work and clients‘.

‘Julie Temple and Martin Hopkins are both fantastic, passionate, dedicated, real subject matter experts that deliver credible, concise practical solutions‘.

‘They are people-led and have a strong presence locally as a reputable provider. Offering a London quality in the regions‘.

‘Since instructing Birketts on employment matters, our legal costs has gone down and the quality of advice has improved. The team is highly recommended if you would like a local adviser outside of London‘.

‘Birketts has a great pool of talented individuals offering a magic circle service outside of the magic circle‘.

‘Kevin Palmer is approachable, pragmatic and calm. His guidance and positioning was helpful‘.

‘Clare Barlow is our go-to person for employment legal advice in our portfolio companies. She is forward thinking, and very commercial reacting quickly to the legal needs of the business‘.

‘Clare Barlow and Abigail Hubert predominantly advise us from the team. Clare is a formidable lawyer, who is very commercial, pragmatic and direct. Abigail is a fantastic asset to the Birketts employment team. Her knowledge of employment law is exceptional and her advice is always practical, concise and clear. Abigail has the potential to be a future leader in the firm‘.

‘They provide valuable employment advice to our company, always taking into consideration our business needs. They advise fully on how to follow employment law, keeping us up to date with any changes, and if relevant, potential risks involved‘.

‘We have always found the practice incredibly helpful and the advice given has always been of the highest standard. Highly professional‘.

‘I think one of the most standout attributes of this practice, which I find to be unique in my experience, is the response time to an issue or general support. I have always managed to receive timely and concise information, generally with reaction times being a matter of hours‘.

‘The practice is always on hand with reassuring and practical advice to help us deal with a wide range of HR and Employment Law issues. We continue to receive a very personal and hands on service from all member of the team. They take great steps to understand the needs of our business when providing advice which, when we are a very niche business, is invaluable‘.

‘Jolyon Berry is a standout partner for me. Jolyon is a dependable font of knowledge who takes the time to thoroughly understand the business needs and advises on associated risks whilst considering commercial and operational implications. His wealth of experience and ability to clearly articulate all options inspires confidence, minimises disruption and assists in closing matters swiftly with the best possible outcome, and as such, I would highly recommend him to any business for employment matters‘.

‘Jolyon Berry is able to explain the complexities of employment law in a clear and concise manner. He is also happy to talk though any niggles or concerns in a sympathetic way whilst still reinforcing the legal basis for his advice‘.

‘We have dealt with Jolyon Berry and would happily recommend him to any business regarding an employment issue. Jolyon is very professional and does understand the commercial and operational implications to the business. He confidently explores and explains the options available, without using too much legal jargon, whilst advising on any potential risks‘.

‘Recent discussions with Jolyon Berry and Lisa Dixon covering HR topics were informative. We were able to openly discuss a range of related topics, and run through the pros and cons of following certain paths‘.

‘They respond very quickly to any questions that I had and had good knowledge of the procedures that we needed to follow. Although not having dealt with many firms in this area there was never any delay‘.

‘Prompt responses and clear and concise practical and technical advice. Very personable and we have no hesitation in recommending‘.

‘I have dealt with various partners within the organisation over the years they have always been our first point of call when situations have arisen within the company. The partners I have dealt with have always demonstrated a vast knowledge of the law and have supported us when needed‘.

‘I never find myself on a empty line waiting for a response. Working with Pinney Talfourd makes the legal system easier‘.

‘Alex Pearce was both knowledgeable and confident in his approach. His advice and drafting helped us deal with the employment issue that we had quickly and efficiently‘.

‘Alex Pearce has always been our main contact. I have never had to question Alex’s professionalism, he has always delivered and understood what was needed. I have met with Alex many times and he comes across as a solicitor that cares and looks for solutions whatever the situation‘.

‘I have dealt with Alex Pearce on more than one occasion, his approach to resolution of matters is unquestionable together with his knowledge of the law gives confidence we are in safe hands‘.

‘Very professional, very knowledgeable – they put your worries at ease‘.

‘The employment advice is commercial, balanced and well explained. I have found the team to be exceptionally responsive and helpful in the advice provided. The contractual advice and employee relation advice that has been provided has been excellent‘.

‘Always reachable with prompt replies, advice given and steered in the right direction, clear concise information explained in detail or laymen’s terms if needed‘.

‘Very organised, efficient and responsive’.

‘Robert Whitaker: excellent. An expert in my opinion‘.

‘Robert Whitaker and Katherine Jameson are extremely responsive and very good at catering to the specific needs of the client‘.

‘Jonathan Insley has been particularly valued in terms of the advice and work he has carried out for us. His pragmatic and clear advice has allowed us to make well informed decisions on how to approach different employment situations. The turnaround time in the work he has provided has been quick, but the quality is not impacted as a result. His helpful and approachable manner makes him really easy to work with‘.