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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'Caroline Noblet is extremely down-to-earth, and couples this with a sense of humour, whilst also drawing on her knowledge of industry norms.'
‘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.’
‘The team had strength and depth.’
‘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
- Coats
- Convatec
- Cubico
- Elementis
- Essentra
- IFS
- Kantar
- Live Nation
- Motor Insurers Bureau
- NICE Systems
Work highlights
Advised Tesco on cases at the cutting edge of employment law.
Advised Tesco on Post Judgement Options in Respect of Stage 2 Equal Value Hearing.
Advised an international news channel on a precedent case.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Janette Lucas
Other key lawyers
Caroline Noblet; David Whincup