The employment team at Kingsley Napley LLP works closely alongside their dispute resolution, reputation management, and corporate practices to provide clients with cross-departmental assistance. The group frequently advises in investigations, litigation, and confidentiality breaches, and possesses expertise in the financial and professional services sectors. Practice head Corinne Aldridge frequently assists in grievance and disciplinary investigations, whistleblowing and contract claims, and team moves. Adrian Crawford has strong regulatory knowledge and significant transactional experience. Nick Ralph retired in April 2025, while Andy Norris became a partner in May 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘We have worked with Kingsley Napley's employment team for many years and they are familiar with our business and more importantly our business culture. They are able to react and advise in a timely manner when we need them to and the quality of advice is always strong.’
  • ‘Mark and Adele stand out for their exceptional expertise in employment law and their consistently hands-on, practical approach. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to combine deep legal knowledge with a genuine understanding of the organisational context in which we operate. They are approachable, responsive, and always willing to engage directly with complex issues, often at short notice. I’ve particularly valued their clarity, calmness under pressure, and the confidence they inspire in both HR and senior leadership. Their support feels like a true partnership, which is rare and highly valued.’

Key clients

  • Infosys
  • ST Engineering iDirect
Practice head

Corinne Aldridge

Other key lawyers

Adrian Crawford; Andy Norris; Adele Edwin-Lamerton; Andreas White; Mark McWilliams