‘First class, clear and pragmatic advice, which made a difficult set of redundancies run very smoothly.’

‘A very pragmatic and sensible team.’

The people I have worked with at Addleshaw Goddard ensure they understand our business and the challenges that we face. They form a great collaboration with key stakeholders and have a very engaging approach to what they do.’

‘The practice has strength in depth. There is unlikely to be anything that the team couldn’t handle, with excellent contentious and non-contentious lawyers in the team.’

‘They are very responsive and always return calls and/or deliver what they say they are going to do and when they are going to do it. They provide pragmatic realistic advice which is ‘real world’ relevant.’

‘Rebecca Kitson. Technically gifted. Always very personable. She’s been integral in growing what is now a very impressive team, comparable to any of the big 6 in Leeds.’

‘Eversheds Sutherland have a diverse client base and the team have a really good knowledge and understanding of many different industries and sectors, which is invaluable when it comes to navigating industry wide issues.’

‘Their lawyers are technically first class and their advice and guidance is always on point, they really stand out as leaders in their field.’

‘Paul Cotton has provided a lot of support on labour and employment issues. Paul really understands our business and has a wealth of experience in this area, which has been invaluable both on day to day matters and project.’

‘Simon Rice – Birchall is utterly outstanding. He is precise, supportive, works with you and enables HR teams to learn and develop in a generous way.’

‘They provide great support on smaller local issues and can also quickly assemble large teams with full project management support, which really helps to coordinate larger / cross-border projects.’

‘Eversheds Sutherland place a high priority on client satisfaction and retention, and their client relationship management is excellent.’

‘Chris Mordue is an absolute super star in employment education matters.’

‘Without exception they are down to earth, pragmatic and easy to deal with.’

‘Their knowledge is excellent. Fast response times. Approachable and easy to understand. Understand business and gives practical advice as well as legal.’

‘The team genuinely take the time to understand the organisational context, what we are ultimately trying to do and how best to navigate through it. They are very accessible and focused on providing a first class service.’

‘Charlotte Smith is fantastic. She has delivered very good work on a multitude of matters at a very sensitive time for our business at the same time as getting to know me and my team. She has built trusted relationships very quickly both locally and internationally.’

‘Leading employment law firm in Yorkshire. Very experienced in acting for employers, employees, unions and in class actions.’

‘David Smedley – first class employment lawyer with years of practical experience.’

‘Andrew Rayment is an excellent forward-thinking employment lawyer.’

‘The team has a very accessible style which is valued by clients. Being able to pull together a product integrating input from other specialists within the firm is another appealing user-friendly feature of this team.’

‘The team at Walker Morris are extremely responsive and approachable. They take a commercial approach to matters and seek to deliver their services in a practical, cost-effective manner.’

‘Sound advice, professional and knowledgeable.’

‘The team continue to be the number one go to employment law team for me. Their advice and guidance has been invaluable as we have addressed some long standing complex issues whilst also supporting my work to build capacity and capability in the People function. They continue to be experts in their field, responsive and caring.’

‘Rachael Heenan continues to be the ‘go to’ expert for NHS employment issues and more. She is exceptionally well networked, works with a bigger picture lens and gets to the heart of the matter so quickly.’

‘They are very joined up between different parts of their specialist areas . The legal team are very easy to talk to- speak in plain terms and are efficient and quick in the way they operate. They are pragmatic and more balanced in their assessment and strategy in handling cases.’

‘The team are exceptionally knowledgable and can respond very quickly to requests for advice. They have specialists they can call on, if the key contacts are unable to provide support and advice.’

‘Capsticks, particularly Rachel Heenan, bring a personalised and no nonsense approach.’

‘In terms of the team in Leeds, Gearalt Fahy and Paul Ball are highly respected and top calibre employment lawyers.’

‘They treat clients with respect and empathy and are becoming well known for their drive to increase the number of commercial clients in the Leeds practice.’

‘The team are pragmatic and give practical, logical advice. They clarify expectations and deliver on time.’

‘Timely and pragmatic advice on a full range of employment issues. Very helpful that the team acts for individuals as well as institutions. Top notch advice at not-London-prices.’

‘Paul Ball is excellent and has some strong associates around him, who also respond with humanity, speed and pragmatism.’

‘Legal outcomes can be subjective, but Gearalt and his team cover the ground and do the behind the scenes work to ensure that the advice that they offer is accurate and reliable.’

‘The team have provided support to our People Services team on a number of complex ER cases and projects in a very timely and professional manner.’

‘Having access to experts for different issues and projects is very beneficial.’

‘Jenny Arrowsmith is a trusted and competent employment partner who provides a solutions focused service. She has advised on some difficult cases that have been successfully resolved at minimum cost to the organisation.’

Probably the strongest Employment in the region. Commercially aware and willing to thinking of creative solutions.

‘Practical, down to earth, technically very solid, responsive and commercially very aware.’

Phil Crowe is the Roll Royce of the team. Always responsive and proactive… I know people scramble to retain him. Simply the best of the best.

‘Womble Bond Dickinson offer the full range of employment law services and have a real good client book.’

‘The HR advice we receive is excellent. Always providing an assessment of any risks involved and practical in gaining solutions.’

‘Responses are always prompt and availability of other team members is in place when our main contact is away. Advice is consistent and clear.’

‘Ed Duffield continues to provide outstanding advice and support. Ed is reliable, clear, and provides an assessment of any risks involved depending on the course of action being taken.’

‘A very good claimant and small business employment team. Good profile and punching well above their weight.’

‘Tom Moyes and David Ward are the two stand out individuals for me. David is tenacious when on the other side but very personable to work in collaboration with Tom is highly responsive and commercial to deal with. I am always confident he will do a good job.’

‘The team at Blacks Solicitors LLP were excellent. They supported us at every stage in our claim and provided us with exceptional value for money in what was a fairly complex and potentially high profile claim.’

‘Paul Kelly is excellent. He clearly knows his stuff and has a lot of experience. I particularly appreciated his very commercial and sensible approach. The advice he gave was very clear and he dealt with my matter promptly and efficiently. Very impressive!’

‘Euan Lawrence was brilliant to deal with. He displayed an appropriate amount of empathy, honesty and integrity. He was able to advise and educate on matters arising to my case without making me feel uncomfortable or silly.’

‘The personal touch is what makes Blacks unique.’

‘Treated as an individual and not as a statistic. Billing is very clear and when I ask, I am given an estimate beforehand. Clear communication within the organisation is evident.’

‘The team at Blacks are very professional and knowledgeable whilst also being approachable and they have an ability to explain things clearly and simply when needed. The service is always very prompt and you can always get hold of someone to help you when required.’

‘They are experts in their areas and do not dabble. They are all personable and approachable and have excellent client care skills.’

‘They are truly a people business that listens to and understands our needs. They respond quickly and professionally, giving us great outcomes.’

‘Marie Walsh is amazing, down to earth and pragmatic. Great advice that has saved us time, money and headaches.’

‘Pro-active and responsive team with a genuine interest in their clients.’

‘Excellent quality, hands on and attentive, Truly available, very able and affable.’

‘A very rigorous dedication to getting the job done within set time scales, whilst making the process look effortless.’

‘It is a credit to the senior management team that every dealing I have had with them has been 100% positive in the extreme.’

‘Marie Walsh and Andy Boyde are both good with clients, knowledgeable and reactive to clients’ needs, picking up matters at short notice and putting clients at ease.’

‘Mills & Reeve provide a more holistic service, raising the awareness of employment law issues. This includes an extremely helpful monthly digest on emerging employment law issues.’

‘Individuals in the team are practical and approachable, and take the time to fully understand the organisation and what it really needs before providing legal advice.’

‘I found this practice to be responsive to client needs and far more solution focused than other firms. They listen to what we want to achieve and then work on outlining the risks and using their HR and sector knowledge to help us to find solutions to the issue.’

‘They are technology focused especially when looking at easier ways of sharing and collaborating in complex paperwork.’

‘I find their junior staff knowledgeable and it is clear they are well trained and briefed by their partners.’

‘Stuart Craig leads a team of knowledgeable staff but Stuart is a real dynamo behind the practice. His work ethic is brilliant and regardless of the pressures he may be under he always meets deadlines and returns calls. ‘

‘The team at Raworths LLP are totally committed to ensuring all your individual needs are considered in detail and clearly understood.’

‘I have been totally blown away with their commitment and professionalism.’

‘Excellent communication – timely and good use of all forms of contact. Appointments available immediately.’

‘Very individual service with excellent client contact.’

‘Friendly, professional and solution orientated.’

‘Sally Togher. Empathetic- made a very difficult situation easier to cope with. Gave me confidence . Highly professional with huge knowledge base. Absolutely OUTSTANDING.’

‘Deborah Boylan is great at understanding our specific legal questions in the broader context of our business (e.g. the commercial implications) and balancing legal risk with benefits that offset this in other ways.’

‘Liz Pollock responsiveness, pragmatism and professionalism are excellent.’

‘Schofield Sweeney are a high-quality team who offer expert advice across a wide variety of areas. Their customer service and response times are always excellent, and charges very reasonable in relation to this.’

‘Simon Shepherd is extremely knowledgeable, commercial in outlook, and always responds to requests for advice in a timely manner. He also has a very approachable manner and good sense of humour which is very much appreciated.’

‘The solicitors are very supportive, knowledgeable and approachable.’

‘Weightmans are extremely professional, helpful and supportive.’

‘The solicitors have taken the time to understand the industry that we work in, the culture, the unions and the employees. Very knowledgeable in giving advice and understand the details of cases very quickly.’

‘Being able to adapt professionally in terms of expertise and practice. Giving advice in layman’s language which is quick, concise and clear and very personable.’

‘Nick Newman is outstanding – professional, knowledgeable and a real appreciation of our organisation and the values we hold.’

‘Very approachable staff – clearly knowledgeable – able to pass you onto one of their colleagues if a different specialty is required.’

‘Our impressions of Wrigleys is exemplary. With any project Wrigleys has met our expectations, provided the support and advice and ultimately aided us to achieve success in our projects overall.’

‘A particular interest for us to engage with Wrigleys was due to their overall knowledge of Charity Law.’

‘Strong local presence and knowledge. The ability to tailor advice to our particular sector and working environment rather than providing a more generic service.’

‘Demonstrates a genuine interest in our organisation and a desire to support our working culture to flourish and get stronger.’

‘Alacoque Marvin is our main contact and is phenomenal in her approach to working with us. She helps us to understand any impact we may not have considered.’

‘Excellent support in a difficult and complex employment law case. We were particularly impressed with the common sense approach (by no means a certainty with some firms!), the considered and speedy advice and the ability to think two or three moves ahead.’

‘Certainly availability and responsiveness very good – Sue King, Alacoque Marvin and Michael Crowther were particularly helpful.’

‘They understand my business and are always happy to support without charging loads.’

‘They also do not use legal jargon, they are straight to the point.’

‘McCormicks make a point of ensuring that their team members know their clients and their businesses and as a result, you feel respected and receive a high level of service across the team.’

‘In-depth knowledge of sport and complexities. Very reliable and discreet.’

‘Fast analysis and detailed action. Friendly, honest, always in contact and responsive.’

‘The care, attention to detail, communication and overall approach is outstanding in all departments.’

‘Iain Jenkins is extremely responsive and pragmatic, with a calm, friendly, professional manner. His expert advice and mediation experience was invaluable as he guided us through a difficult matter with sensitivity and complete professionalism.’

‘I wanted an experienced top lawyer and knew this firm would have it. I was right. I was supported, understood and that expertise was exemplary.’

‘The diverse skill set the practice has and the way it is delivered. The clear sound advice given goes beyond what you would expect from others.’

‘The team at rradar are first rate in terms of advice, professionalism and commitment to their clients.’

‘We found that both the HR and legal teams at rradar gave quick and appropriate responses to the difficult issues we presented to them.’

‘We greatly valued the teams’ calmness and willingness to explain their advice.’

‘How they work together as a team is fantastic. They were supportive, reassuring and extremely knowledgeable.’

‘Janine Lawton is a stand out associate. Janine’s knowledge and experience of employment law is first class.’

‘Toni Haynes – goes the extra mile for her clients.’

‘Tom Bernard – a class act.’

‘Janine Lawton and Zain Zaman – superb, outstanding service and such lovely people to work with too. Extremely professional and knowledgeable.’

‘The team respond promptly and with a deep level of expertise.’

‘Polly O’Malley is our key contact and she really takes time to develop our partnership. We feel we are treated as individuals.’

‘The team provides a wide range technical support that is aimed at supporting us in delivering strategic objectives and operational priorities.’

‘The team really understands us and will always go the extra mile to ensure we receive the required technical advice to the highest standard and within the prescribed timescales and delivering a value for money service.’

‘We find their approach refreshingly open and direct and it is always very clear and concise.’