Mourant acts as a pan-Island advisor for major clients on an array of employment issues. With experience assisting employers establishing presences and taking on employees in Guernsey, the practice has advised on employment law aspects of high-value cross-border sales and acquisitions, and has also acted on discrimination claims in the tribunal, as well as on director and shareholder disputes. Rachel Guthrie has led on corporate and data protection instructions, while Hana Plsek focuses on immigration and population management work.
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Testimonials
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- We were extremely pleased with the support we received on an employment law matter. The team was knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to explain our options clearly. Their advice was invaluable, and we would not hesitate to recommend them.
- The Mourant Employment team's knowledge is exceptional. We can always rely on them to provide expert advice to guide us through complex employment scenarios.
- Rachel Guthrie is a particular standout partner who is readily available whenever we need her support and advice. Rachel is very detailed and considers each scenario holistically. Rachel offers a calming and reassuring voice at stressful times.
- Excellent service, always.
- Rachel Guthrie is quick to respond, thorough, always makes time for questions, and explains rationale well.
- Honest, pragmatic advice with acknowledgment of commercial realities. Rachel Guthrie has been particularly responsive and helpful to us with some tricky employment matters.
Key clients
- Grant Thornton
- S&P Global
- Card Factory
Work highlights
Advised Grant Thornton Holdings on the employment aspects of its acquisition of the Grant Thornton Channel Islands business, integrating it within the Grant Thornton Advisors platform.
Advised S&P Global Inc. on the employment aspects of its acquisition of ARC Research from the ARC Group.
Advised Card Factory plc on the employment aspects of its £24m acquisition of Funky Pigeon from WHSmith.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Rachel Guthrie
Other key lawyers
Hana Plsek; Charlotte Ward