The growing employment practice at Hamlins LLP advises clients from financial services, media and retail on exit arrangements, employment disputes and discrimination claims. Penny Hunt joined from Bird & Bird LLP in 2024 to head the employment team, and is highly regarded for her work advising on grievances, disciplinaries and workplace investigations. Anish Pathak joined the team from Bird & Bird LLP in January 2025, with experience litigating in the employment tribunals and High Court.
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‘A high level of technical expertise and experience in addition to an impressive ability to understand the nuances of my situation with which to drive to the right outcomes. I therefore gained a strong sense very quickly that we were in control / on top of the negotiation.'
‘Hamlins were very easy and straightforward to deal with from start to finish. What makes them stand out for me is just how professional the team are, particularly Penny Hunt, who made what was a very stressful experience for me manageable.’
‘Penny Hunt. Her knowledge, experience and empathy are next level. She was able to guide me through the most difficult experience of my life, she listened to me and her advice always took my personal best interest into consideration. She knew when to push, what my tolerance to risk was and understood me. She is extremely knowledgeable and is confident in her work. Having someone truly fight my corner when I was emotionally fragile was a life line. I would not hesitate to recommend her in the future.’
‘Hamlins LLP felt small and personable. I directly liaised with the partner and I felt like a valued client.'
‘The team were brilliant. Hugely skilled and responsive. I was really delighted at the quality of service. The team were also really kind in supporting me through a difficult period. Their advice was always excellent and their handling of the counterparts was the perfect mix of professionalism, assertiveness and politeness. I would very highly recommend and commend this firm.’
‘I was working with Penny Hunt, who was outstanding. She was hugely kind, professional, skilled and effective. I'm massively grateful to her for her sage advice, patience and support over a difficult period. Her approach to managing the counterparts was also excellent and reduced the stress I experienced massively. She was extremely kind and responsive in helping me when I needed her advice, and extremely efficient in her use of time.'
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Penny Hunt
Other key lawyers
Anish Pathak