‘The team were conscious to advise us of the potential costs to our business, not only concerning the outcome of the matter in dispute, but the legal costs at various stages.’

‘Bevan Brittan has diversity in its staff, covers a wide range of sectors and is environmentally conscious.’

‘I have worked with Julian Hoskins and was very impressed by Julian’s detailed knowledge and experience of employment related issues.’

‘Prompt, confident, and expert advice, just when you need it.’

‘Sarah Lamont provides outstanding support and expertise to navigate the most complex and contentious matters.’

‘This is a team that knows and understands the reality of the sector which means their advise and management of matters is effective, focused and strategic but human in its approach.’

‘Julian Hoskins remains a strong litigator and adviser on IR and ER matters and provides advice which is legally correct but also tactically astute.’

‘The team covers all bases; there has not yet been a question that they could not supply a pragmatic and commercial answer to. They are more than a safe pair of hands and a trusted advisor, able to work constructively with a diverse range of our colleagues, including members of the Senior management team and individual academics.’

‘Well coordinated team, with obvious team harmony. Puts in the hard work to do a first class job. Gets great results. Renowned experts in the defence sector. High end employment work.’

‘Huw Cooke stands out, he truly is an extension to our in-house legal team and is exceptional.’

‘James Green is a brilliant employment lawyer with a vast depth of knowledge.  He is pragmatic, efficient, professional and responsive to our queries.’

‘Jamie Cameron and Adrian Martin are both very responsive and supportive individuals. They will make themselves available to support on matters quickly when we need it.’

‘Pip Galland – exceptional: highly forensic, tenacious and hardworking.’

‘Luke Bowery – exceptional: great judgement.’

‘Adrian Martin – exceptional: leader in his field and in charge of important client relationships.’

‘TLT provide excellent commercial advice and are a lovely team to work with.’

‘Stuart McBride – a great client partner who is open to feedback and continuous improvement and genuinely cares about our business.’

‘They are always on hand to provide expert advice.’

‘Siobhan Fitzgerald is very knowledgeable and skilled at her role, which means the advice you receive is always current.’

‘This team operate in partnership with our business and have helped us with a variety of matters.’

‘Siobhan Fitzgerald a good communicator with a clear and commercial approach to employment issues.’

‘The team is proactive. The depth of knowledge is key for me, understanding the situations and working with the business to reach a solution that adds value as well as mitigating risk.’

‘Good thought leadership and innovation around key areas such as diversity and hybrid working. Good strength in depth across the employment team and very responsive to the needs of their clients.’

‘From top to bottom this team is the most capable, diverse and knowledgeable in the Southwest.’

‘They have very strong market presence and are trusted and reliable.’

‘They manage to combine leading employment law specialism with an approachable and down to earth ethos.’

‘Georgina Burrows is capable, diligent and a safe pair of hands.’

‘Stephen Moore is a very impressive employment specialist and leads his team well, attracting great clients.’

‘I have felt part of an effective team, working with them.’

‘The individuals I have worked with have been very competent individuals, who appear to have built a good rapport with their clients, are knowledgeable, but sensibly seek advice when appropriate. I have felt part of an effective team, working with them.’

‘Cases are well prepared and the solicitors are accessible and fully engaged with the details of a case.’

‘Ashfords has a reliable and technically able team.’

‘A great team. Wonderful manner, commitment, cost-effective and you get results.’

‘Tim Copplestone – an unassuming brilliant lawyer.’

‘The great thing about Foot Anstey is the consistency of the people you work with across the organisation – whether it is employment or commercial advice, the level of service is always excellent.’ 

‘A friendly firm, well-embedded with SMEs in the south west, which is increasingly growing and spreading its footprint and client base.’

‘The firm’s employment law guidance has proved invaluable in navigating the challenges of the pandemic.’

‘The firm offers strong support on transactions, including specialist employment matters.’