The employment practice at Doyle Clayton handles a wide range of employment matters for senior executives, including board level disputes and tribunals. Advising clients in financial services, retail and technology, the group also excels at advising on grievances and discrimination claims. Leading the team, Peter De Maria focuses his practice on restrictive covenants, team moves and bonus claims in the High Court. Experienced litigator Peter Daly is involved in complex and high-stakes disputes, particularly in discrimination and whistleblowing cases. Dan Begbie-Clench advises on post-termination restrictions, as well as negotiating exit packages and contracts. Helen Brooks and Chris Brazier are also key members of the team.
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Testimonials
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‘Personable, competent, strategic, accessible.'
‘Deep understanding of the NGO sector and the complexity of global leadership contexts.’
‘The dedication, hard work, responsiveness of partner Peter De Maria that worked on my case was outstanding. His vast experience in the field also was greatly valued.’
‘Expert specialists in 'employee competition' cases - teams moves, restrictive covenants, confidential information disputes and applications for injunctive relief in the High Court.’
‘Peter De Maria has the steady nerve and excellent judgment which come with many years' experience in High Court litigation.’
‘Peter Daly is a standout lawyer - strategic, committed to his clients, extremely clever and a pleasure to work with.'
Key clients
- Ali Ersen
- Dr Eleanor Voss
- James Esses
- LGB Alliance
- Rachael Wright-Turner
Work highlights
Advising Ali Ersen on his departure from Dare and his claim for unfair constructive dismissal.
Acting on a claim brought by senior civil servant for philosophical belief discrimination, alleging that the Civil Service were discriminating against its staff and contravening fundamental civil service values by adopting partial political views.
Senior local government officer suing employer for disability discrimination, including career long losses.
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Practice head
Peter De Maria
Other key lawyers
Peter Daly; Dan Begbie-Clench; Helen Brooks; Chris Brazier