With a particularly active employment practice, Squire Patton Boggs is known in the market for its work on large multijurisdictional projects. The group is also competent in complex litigation, investigations, and board-level workforce support. Janette Lucas leads the team, with specialism in pay equity and transparency. She is also well-versed in cross-border transactions and projects, restructurings, and employment litigation. Caroline Noblet supports employers in contentious and non-contentious matters, including tribunal claims, investigations, and complex multi-jurisdictional projects. Another active member of the group is David Whincup , who is noted for his capabilities in discrimination and worker status cases.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I have worked a great deal with Janette Lucas on very large-scale equal pay proceedings. She is a first-rate solicitor. She is knowledgeable, sensitive, practical, efficient and effective. She dealt with huge challenges with remarkable grace and success.’
- ‘Janette Lucas is unrivalled in terms of her work ethic. She has particular expertise in equal pay and superb personal skills.’
Key clients
- American Airlines
- Boston Consulting Group
Work highlights
Advised Tesco on cases at the cutting edge of employment law.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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David Whincup
Practice head
Janette Lucas
Other key lawyers
Caroline Noblet; David Whincup