Boutique employment firm Cole Khan Solicitors LLP is known for representing senior individuals in complex and high-profile race, sex and disability discrimination cases. Representing clients from law firms, education and financial services, the group also has expertise handling grievances and senior exits. Experienced negotiator Shazia Khan represents clients in cases of unfair dismissal, discrimination and redundancy, whilst Emilie Cole focuses her practice on harassment and equal rights cases.
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‘Cole Khan is a very strong firm for advising senior executives on discrimination, dismissal, and complex disputes. Their expertise in Equality Act claims is particularly strong, and they bring both legal precision and strategic insight to sensitive, high-stakes situations. The team understands the pressures faced at executive level — including the need for discretion, speed, and commercially and practical advice. ’
‘Emilie Cole has particular expertise in whistleblowing claims where she has a strong record in high profile claims.'
Key clients
- Dr Omer Karim
Work highlights
Acted for a Directly Elected Executive Mayor of a London Borough in respect of her race and sex discrimination claims against her own council, criticising her treatment by some councillors. Settlement was reached on highly preferable terms.
Practice head
Shazia Khan; Emilie Cole