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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- ‘Shazia has a really good approach, she remains practical but balanced at all times and has a great network of specialists which we have called upon where necessary. Shazia cares passionately about her team and really focuses on their development. Shazia has proactively managed the costs of my case at every stage, making sure I have an estimate of costs whenever possible.’
- ‘Cole Khan were recommended to me by a barrister for their ability to balance practical legal advice with a deep expertise in employment law and the nuances that arise with senior executives working in global organisations. They have consistently brought in excellent specialist advice where needed and they really do bring the very best aspect of diversity and inclusion to live.’
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