Mishcon de Reya LLP is home to an experienced employment team that stands out for its work in High Court litigation, workplace investigations and trade union disputes. Practice head Daniel Naftalin is active in High Court litigation, investigations work and restructuring issues. Joanna Blackburn has broad experience extending to terminations, discrimination claims and TUPE, while Susannah Kintish frequently advises on restrictive covenants, contractual matters and settlement agreements. Sharon Tan is adept at handling the full range of employment issues, including litigation and the employment aspects of transactions. Matthew Wood is active in High Court cases, particularly in disputes surrounding team moves. Emily Knight and Katie Mahoney were promoted to partner last year, and Mark Kaye joined the team from BCLP.
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‘We work particularly closely with David Parsons, who has a very in-depth knowledge of our organisation and our risk appetite and he ensures we have a strong team to support us. ’
‘Work opposite big teams on big ticket litigation. Hannah Ring is stepping up as an experienced associate in high court employment litigation.’
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- Chanel Ltd
- Crisil Irevna UK Limited
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Practice head
Daniel Naftalin
Other key lawyers
Katie Mahoney; Joanna Blackburn; Susannah Kintish; Sharon Tan; Matthew Wood; Emily Knight; David Parsons ; Hannah Ring; Jennifer Millins