Blacks Solicitors LLP

Employment Law

Partner and Head of Employment

Paul Kelly joined Blacks Solicitors in 2002, where he trained, qualified, and became a Partner in 2011 and is currently Head of the Employment Law team.

Having practiced exclusively in employment law since 2005, Paul is regarded as an experienced practitioner who is known for his common sense approach to dealing with employment disputes and his focus on achieving the best commercial outcome for his clients.

He specialises in advising on redundancy, restructuring, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and employment litigation, and has particular expertise in advising on and negotiating senior exit strategies on behalf of employers and employees.

Paul is frequently asked to provide commentary for national publications on a vast range of employment and HR issues such as the gig economy, the display of religious symbols at work and bereavement leave.

Paul is also a visiting lecturer at the University of Law.

Employment Lawyers Association