The employment group at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher places a strong emphasis on cross-border employment issues. The firm represents a host of clients in the UK, the US, and the Middle East, who turn to the team for its expertise in workplace disputes, investigations, and general advisory matters. Practice head James Cox covers the full range of employment issues, from workforce restructurings to equal pay and discrimination claims. Heather Gibbons is also recommended.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The employment practice at Gibson Dunn in London has an exceptionally cohesive and committed team. I have worked with them on two successive, very large pieces of litigation and have seen first-hand how well they work together to achieve the client's objective.’

  • ‘James Cox is a true expert on UK employment law, especially high-value High Court disputes involving restraint of trade. He is laser-focused on the client's end goal and plans litigation to get there.'

  • ‘James Cox runs a great small team undertaking top-end work. ’

  • ‘James Cox has a way of finding a solution where none are obvious and is ingenious in dealing with difficult cases to look after the client’s best interests.’

  • ‘A very serious, diligent team which is very results-driven.’

  • ‘James Cox is very knowledgeable and experienced and has sound judgment.’

Key clients

  • Welltower
  • Kimberly-Clark
  • Dr. Barbara Sturm
  • RedBird Capital Partners

Practice head

James Cox

Other key lawyers

Heather Gibbons