The employment practice at Withers LLP excels at handling complex and sensitive cases for senior executives, including investigations and matters related to mental ill-health at work. Leading the team, Meriel Schindler focuses her practice on team moves, discrimination and whistleblowing claims. Elaine Aarons advises on high-value litigations, team moves and constructive dismissals, whilst Claire Christy manages complex exits and settlement terms. Hugh More advises a number of clients in the financial sector, with dispute resolution being a core part of his practice. Melissa Paz handles sensitive issues such as negotiating severance arrangements for senior executives in ill health, and James Hockin advises in high-stakes litigations. Lisa Lewinsohn regularly negotiates exit packages and contract terms.
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Practice head
Meriel Schindler
Other key lawyers
Elaine Aarons; Claire Christy; Hugh More, Melissa Paz, James Hockin, Lisa Lewinsohn; Jamie Brown