William Fry LLP advises numerous clients across the pharmaceutical, financial services, and food production sectors on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The firm has particular expertise in advising employers on employment contracts, specifically on employment terms and conditions, as well as statutory rights and obligations. Equality issues, unfair dismissals, and the terminations of senior executives constitute a large proportion of the group’s contentious work. Leading the practice is Nuala Clayton, an adept litigator routinely acting for clients in complex mediations. Alicia Compton has amassed over three decades of experience, boasting expertise in advising public sector clients. Former practice head Catherine O’Flynn departed in June 2024 and  Jeffrey Greene left the firm in February 2025.
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Alicia Compton