Torque Law LLP > York, England > Firm Profile
Torque Law LLP Offices
2 Maple House
Northminster Business Park
Upper Poppleton
YO26 6QW
England
Torque Law LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
Employment > Employment: Leeds and West Yorkshire; North Yorkshire Tier 4
Torque Law LLP has niche expertise in executive departures, advising both high-profile executives and employers on the relevant issues, both regionally and nationally, from York. Practice head Emma Whiting employs her ‘top-class, pragmatic perspective' to these mandates, and has worked for notable employers on a number of contentious matters, including discrimination and unfair dismissal claims. Tiggy Clifford handles a similar caseload, working across senior-level departures and contentious mandates.Practice head(s):
Emma Whiting; Tiggy Clifford
Testimonials
‘Attention to detail and tailoring the advice in a very personal way.’
‘Their commitment is breath-taking. Also, their levels of empathy and understanding for the challenges and injustices being faced have been a fantastic support for us. The team are there for you and each other no matter what.’
‘Excellent level of partner service and practical advice.’
‘Tiggy Clifford was practical and pragmatic, and crunched through to the key points quickly and without over labouring the minor ones.’
‘The Torque team comes with big-firm experience, but from an agile, personalised and highly cost-efficient platform.‘
‘Emma Whiting has masses of experience acting for both corporates as well as individuals, so is able to bring a top-class and pragmatic perspective to issues which can quickly become intractable.‘
‘As a boutique specialist practice, Torque is a standout in the employment law field. Both Tiggy Clifford and Emma Whiting are well-respected and extremely knowledgeable in the area of employment law and have a great following. The firm is pragmatic and looks at ways of problem solving outside litigation which appeals to me as a fan of ADR and workplace mediation.’
‘A highly personable team who are always on hand to help. There is a real sense of a personal touch to the way Torque support and engage.’
Key clients
Alvar Financial Services Limited
David Pelter
Anglo American Woodsmith Limited
Sofina Foods
Emerald Publishing Group
Saint Catherine’s Hospice
Greenray Turbine Solutions
Bartoline Limited
Stage One Creative Services Limited
York Racecourse
Northpoint Wellbeing Limited
Belmont Green Finance Limited
Work highlights
- Acted for David Pelter in the Employment Appeal Tribunal in relation to a high-profile direct age discrimination claim regarding the cessation of PHI benefits.
- Defended Alvar Financial Services Limited successfully in an application for interim relief brought by a former employee against.
Torque Law LLP > Firm Profile
Founded in 2016, Torque Law quickly became a highly regarded multi award-winning practice.
Rated in the top 3% of all ranked law firms for client satisfaction by Legal500, Torque Law is seen by their national client base as “a real challenger brand” delivering city firm expertise with a people-centric way of working.
Torque Law, now Yorkshire’s leading niche employment law practice but with a national reach, has been been carefully built around clients’ needs, developed with client insight, and grown by client referrals.
Whether advising on day-to-day HR issues or high stakes Employment Tribunal claims, this innovative firm is recognised as a challenger brand by General Counsel and sophisticated purchasers of employment legal services.
Torque Law’s team of high calibre lawyers don’t just offer excellent technical expertise, they work collaboratively to become their client’ strategic sounding board, using their deep understanding of their objectives and employment law to deliver truly exceptional client service at every touchpoint.
They help their clients to get clarity on complex employment law issues and guide them towards the best outcome.
Torque Law are committed to ensuring HR teams, General Counsel and line managers are supported to protect the organisations they work for and plan training events to increase confidence around handling employment issues proactively.
Torque Law also have an established reputation in advising board level senior executives on sensitive employment law matters. From contract negotiations and boardroom disputes to exit packages via settlement agreements, Torque ensure the best personal and professional outcome as efficiently as possible.
Clients say:
“We demand a lot and Torque Law delivers”
“Head and shoulders above the rest”
“Easily outstanding”
“Their commitment is breathtaking”
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Employment | Emma Whiting | emma.whiting@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437682 |
Employment | Tiggy Clifford | tiggy.clifford@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437681 |
Employment | Emma Cousins | emma.cousins@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437686 |
Employment | Laura Gillhespy | laura.gillhespy@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437685 |
Employment | Rosie Cowling | rosie.cowling@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437687 |
Employment | Tori Jackson | tori.jackson@torquelaw.co.uk | 01904 437680 |
Meet The Team(s)
Solicitor Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Tiggy Clifford | Tiggy is a trusted employment solicitor and co-founder of multi award-winning employment… | View Profile | |
Emma Cousins | Emma is a Senior Associate at Torque Law. She is experienced in… | View Profile | |
Rosie Cowling | Rosie is an Associate at Torque Law and an experienced and personable… | View Profile | |
Laura Gillhespy | Laura is an Associate and specialist employment law solicitor at Torque Law.… | View Profile | |
Tori Jackson | Tori is a Consultant employment law solicitor at Torque Law. Tori is… | View Profile | |
Emma Whiting | Emma is a trusted employment solicitor and co-founder of multi award-winning employment… | View Profile |