Mourant is called upon by finance sector employers experiencing issues with senior leadership figures, including contentious departures and subsequent claims of unfair or constructive dismissal, as well as discrimination claims. The practice, under the guidance of Carla Benest, is also able to assist businesses with redundancy processes and immigration challenges. Benest herself counsels businesses looking to relocate to Jersey, or move senior employees to the island, and is also called upon to defend post-dismissal claims. Laurie Child specialises in tribunal claims, including discrimination issues, and is also well versed in assisting employers in negotiating collective employment matters.

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The team is incredibly knowledgeable, balanced, and commercial in their approach, and consistently provides clear, pragmatic advice that supports good decision-making. They are highly responsive and always available, turning things around quickly even when time pressures are tight. Client service is consistently top quality—professional, thoughtful, and easy to work with—and I genuinely enjoy my interactions with the whole team. The newsletters and briefings are also a valuable addition, providing timely, helpful updates on employment legislation changes and practical implications for the business.
Carla Benest and Laurie Child have been fantastic and are a brilliant team. Their counsel and knowledge are exceptional, and I have only had positive interactions.
They are informed, practical, pragmatic, and clear with their advice.
They are available when you need them, supportive when facing challenges, and give clear advice.
As well as the excellent service on the claim that the team handled for us, their willingness to give us a clear merits and costs assessment at an early stage and clear, transparent costs management throughout were particularly appreciated.
Knowledgeable, professional, pleasant to work with, and helpful.

Key clients

TP Global Finance Limited
Grant Thornton Advisors LLC

Work highlights

Acted for TP Global Finance Limited in defending a constructive unfair dismissal claim brought by its former in-house counsel.

Advised a US private equity firm on the acquisition of a shareholder-owned Channel Islands accountancy and audit business, acting as Jersey employment counsel.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Carla Benest

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Mourant

Jersey

Employment