The Manchester-based group at Freeths LLP is well-regarded for its abilities to handle both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team is led by Laura Tracey, who has noteworthy expertise assisting clients with the employment aspects of M&A and private equity investments, among other domestic and cross-border transactions. Matt Fraser is also recommended; he is especially active in the retail and care sectors. Jainika Patel joined the team in May 2024, bolstering its abilities to represent clients before the Employment Tribunal.
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Testimonials
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'My dealing is primarily with the employment law team comprising Matt Fraser and Niamh Hogg. All are extremely available and accessible in their dealings and always provide professional and timely support and advice whenever required.'
'Their professional knowledge is always current and up-to-date and they ensure the same qualities are effectively cascaded to ourselves as clients to ensure practical and operational issues are dealt with, always in a correct legal manner.’
‘Matt Fraser is a strong and visible leader of a professional team ably supported by Niamh Hogg who works in a coherent and professional manner at all times.’
'Laura is always available to discuss matters, draft any letters required and explain things in an easy to understand manner.'
'The advice we receive is balanced, logical and weighs up the risk which enables us to make informed decisions as to how we manage a certain scenario.'
'Laura Tracey and the team all stand out. They are very responsive, pull on a weight of experience and knowledge, and relay advice in an easily understood language that enables us to make decisions assessing the risk associated with the choices we take.'
Key clients
- Aldi Stores Limited
- Equans
- John Sisk & Son Limited
- Blue Cross
- Zertus UK
- Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company
- National Portrait Gallery
- Resilient PLC trading as Smartnumbers
- Now Education
- Definition Group Holdings Limited
- The Alumasc Group PLC
- Ultimate Products UK Limited
- D&D London Group
- Wickes
- High Speed Training
- Shaken Udder Limited
- Centrica PLC
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Laura Tracey
Other key lawyers
Matt Fraser; Sarah Joseph-Bogues; Niamh Hogg; Jainika Patel