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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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.
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Practice head
Carla Benest
Other key lawyers
Laurie Child; Katie Phillips