Tony Hadden > Brodies LLP > Edinburgh, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

Brodies LLP boasts a ‘fantastic’ team skilled in handling employment tribunal claims, trade union disputes, and investigations. At the helm of the practice is Tony Hadden, well-reputed for his expertise in the employment aspects of M&A, outsourcing, and insolvencies. Joan Cradden brings extensive experience in executive employment matters, industrial relations, and sexual harassment cases. Elaine McIlroy specialises in TUPE transfers and strategic advisory work, with a strong track record in representing clients at employment tribunals across the UK, while Lynne Marr serves a diverse client base that includes private companies, local authorities, and higher education institutions. The firm has a strong energy sector offering thanks to its presence in Aberdeen, where Fiona Herrell is a key contact.

Brodies LLP‘s immigration division is an integral part of the firm’s broader employment practice, specialising in business immigration with deep sectoral knowledge that spans financial services, universities, the offshore wind sector, and tech businesses. Tony Hadden oversees the wider employment and immigration department, while Elaine McIlroy spearheads the immigration team, advising businesses on visa applications, compliance issues, and the handling of civil penalties. Additionally, Erin McLafferty supports employers with migrant worker sponsorship and assists individuals with applications for British nationality, indefinite leave to remain, and the EU settlement scheme.