As part of the firm’s employment, pensions, immigration and compliance practice, Fieldfisher‘s employment team acts for employers at a national and international level, with particular expertise in the property, hospitality and retail sectors. The group is also recognised for its employment litigation experience, national minimum wage knowledge and expertise in whistleblowing issues. Alex Watson leads the Manchester-based practice and has notable tribunal experience.
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Testimonials
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- 'Alex Watson, Partner - approachable, experienced, understands the needs of the business.'
- 'What really stands out about Fieldfisher is how well they understand our needs and how easy they are to work with. From the start, the team was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping us succeed. They didn’t just offer advice—they took the time to understand our goals and tailored their approach to fit us.'
Key clients
- Everton Football Club
- Tortoise Media
Work highlights
Acting as Everton Football Club's sole legal adviser for employment matters, investigations and complex litigation.
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Practice head
Alex Watson
Other key lawyers
Richard Branson; Rachel Rigg