Thompsons Solicitors LLP's Manchester- and Liverpool-based team is well-versed in defending the employment rights of members of trade unions such as UNITE and Unison. Its workload includes representing clients at tribunals in holiday pay and unfair dismissal claims as well as claims regarding disability, sex, maternity, and race discrimination. In Liverpool, Bernard Wentworth is a name to note, while Matthew Pull in Manchester has equal pay and multi-claimant expertise. From the same office, discrimination and TUPE specialist Jamie Humphries heads up the offering.
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‘The firm specialises in unfair dismissal, discrimination, wages and collective redundancy cases.'
'The practice has a strong reputation for pursuing multi-claimant trade union cases, particularly in the areas of equal pay and wages.'
'They demonstrate a good understanding of both their trade union and individual clients by communicating effectively and anticipating their needs and requirements.'
‘Acting solely for trade unions and their members means that they well-placed to advise on the law as it effects individuals and collective issues from an employees perspective.’
- 'Jamie Humphries' knowledge of the law regarding company insolvency and its effects on employees and workers is something that is a constant source of help.’
Key clients
- Unite the Union
- UNISON
- BMA
Practice head
Jamie Humphries
Other key lawyers
Bernard Wentworth; Matthew Pull