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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Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The team are fantastic at understanding our business needs and adapting accordingly. We always receive exceptional and sound commercial advice and have an excellent professional relationship.'
  • 'The team provides good technical advice in a pragmatic way.'

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

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Richard Branson; Rachel Rigg