Simmons & Simmons has a longstanding reputation for its employment work, and showcases a strong track record in investigations, misconduct issues, and team moves. The firm possesses expertise in the financial services and asset management sectors, and is well-placed to advise on AI in the workplace. Andrea Finn, who leads the team, is known for her work on employment litigation and investigations. Mandy Perry is a key contact for clients in technology, media and telecoms sectors, while Peter Lockwood has in-depth regulatory knowledge. The group benefits from the expertise of Julian Taylor, who is well-versed in sensitive and complex tribunal cases. Cath Bean is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Great at cross-jurisdictional work that requires consistency/coordination and complex litigation.’
- ‘Andrea is a great lawyer - very experienced, very commercial, very clever and with great insights into what the market is doing.’
- ‘Speed and quality of advice. Grounded in the law but with the perspective of the wider market. ’
- ‘Personable, good to work with, speed of response. Stand out individuals: Peter Lockwood and Andrea Finn.’
- 'The team distinguishes itself with a combination of deep legal expertise and knowledge combined with a focus on commercial and pragmatic outcomes; with a forward-thinking lens applied to proposals.'
- 'I consider that this is the finest employment law team in the UK, bar none. Their litigation expertise is unrivalled, whether in the High Court or Employment Tribunal. The stellar partners are supported by a cast of hardworking, diligent associates who consistently demonstrate the surest of skills in handling cases big and small. The team really understands the clients it works for, but avoids falling into the trap of giving advice that the client wants to hear. They are a pleasure to work with. When they are on the other side, they are always straightforward and businesslike, and you have to get up very early to catch them out.'
Key clients
- Barings
- Synova LLP
- Banco Santander
- MTR
- Waystone
- Standard Chartered Bank
- Wells Fargo
- Monzo
- Ninety One
- Stepstone
- Equiti
- Marex Group
Work highlights
Appointed to undertake an external review into ITN’s handling of internal complaints.
Represented Equiti in defending against allegations of whistleblowing dismissal and detriment brought by a former CEO.
Supported Barings in significant cross-border team movement, defending through both litigation and pre-litigation measures in the UK, while collaborating with Dechert in the US.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Andrea Finn
Other key lawyers
Mandy Perry; Peter Lockwood; Julian Taylor; Cath Bean