The employment team at Edwin Coe LLP is sought out by senior executives needing representation in sex, discrimination and whistleblowing claims before the employment tribunal. The group also advises on restrictive covenant issues and contractual terms. Linky Trott leads the team, with a successful track record negotiating exits for senior executives in the financial services sector. Another key name is Clare Gilroy-Scott, who advises on post-termination restrictions, bonus schemes and discrimination and whistleblowing disputes. Emma Sangeelee left the firm in 2025.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Edwin Coe is a very strong firm, particularly in respect of its Employment team. I have worked extensively with Linky Trott over the past decade. She leads this team, and they are highly talented, experienced and dedicated professionals and are supported by a committed, impressive and diverse team across Edwin Coe.'

  • ‘Linky Trott leads Edwin Coe’s Employment practice. Linky is smart, hard-working and dedicated in her pursuit of the best outcome for her client. She draws on her wealth of experience of employment issues and prevailing market trends and on her technical expertise to provide well considered, pragmatic and strategic advice. She achieves swift and viable commercial solutions to complex and multi-faceted issues.'

  • 'Linky provides outstanding client service and is incredibly dedicated – she sees her client through to the end. She retains an impressive grasp of the detail while keeping sight of the broader issues and is a trusted advisor.'
  • 'Linky is highly regarded across the industry for her abilities, for the results which she secures for her clients and for her thought leadership.'

Practice head

Linky Trott

Other key lawyers

Clare Gilroy-Scott