Mills & Reeve LLP‘s employment practice has a strong reputation for its work in the commercial, education, health and voluntary sectors, among others, with the team acting predominantly for employers. Its workload includes assisting clients in the implementation of training programmes, in investigations into discrimination and harassment cases, and in employee rights matters. Sara Barrett oversees the Manchester offering and stands out for her expertise in the commercial, education and not-for-profit sectors. Barrett is considered ’excellent’ by clients, as is Miriam Guilding. Pili Fernandez-Mahoney is also a name to note. Danielle Ingham joined from Trowers & Hamlins LLP in January 2026.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I have found the solicitors that I have worked with to have an excellent knowledge of employment law, combined with commercial awareness. I enjoy working with them.'
- ‘Pili Fernandez-Mahoney is always on top of her cases, extremely well-prepared and very responsive to queries. Robert Jackson is also impressive with great attention-to-detail.’
Key clients
- LTE Group
- League Football Education
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Sara Barrett
Other key lawyers
Pili Fernandez-Mahoney; Linda Glover; Robert Jackson; Miriam Guilding; Danielle Ingham