Leigh Day

Lauded as ‘fearless lawyers and very creative thinkers’, the team at Leigh Day primarily act for individuals and trade unions in equal pay, discrimination, and gig economy claims. The team’s diverse client base includes supermarkets, retailers, and local authorities. Practice co-heads Nigel MacKay and Emma Satyamurti lead on high-profile holiday pay, whistleblowing, and group equal pay litigation. Chris Benson advises private sector clients on equal pay matters, while Kiran Daurka focuses on age and sex discrimination cases. Paula Lee handles whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims, including those before the Supreme Court. Recognised by clients for his ’unrivalled experience in this area,’ Michael Newman is a key contact for trade union detriment and local authority equal pay disputes. Elizabeth George leads group equal pay actions nationally, and Annie Powell frequently acts in gig economy and belief discrimination claims. Liana Wood, primarily claimant-focused, has recently advised on modern slavery and holiday pay issues, while Nick Webster is notably experienced in reasonable adjustments and victimisation claims in employment tribunals.