The ‘top-drawer’ group at Brabners LLP has well-established capabilities handling the full spectrum of employment matters for its clientele, including those relating to recruitment, immigration, discrimination, unfair dismissal, and corporate exits. ’Expert in his field’ Nick Campbell specialises in personal and senior executive initiative matters, while Brendan McAleese, an experienced litigator and partner as of June 2024, and Christine Hart are particularly adept at handling corporate support cases. Key practitioners include sports sector specialist Lydia Edgar, recruitment and workforce solutions expert Simon Whitehead and ‘superb lawyer’ Joseph Shelston, who is particularly focused on employment matters in the retail sector. Lee Jefcott has a strong track record in the leisure and hospitality sectors. The ’fantastic’ Kate Venables is also a name to note, as is Ali Hough, who stands out for his ‘exceptional abilities’. The team is based across Manchester and Liverpool.
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Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Nick Campbell
Nick Campbell
Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Brendan McAleese
Brendan McAleese
Kate Venables
Kate Venables
Practice head

Nick Campbell

Other key lawyers

Ali Hough; Simon Whitehead; Hannah Morrison; Grace Pennington; Lee Jefcott; Kate Venables; Brendan McAleese; Lydia Edgar; Joseph Shelston; Christine Hart; Zainab Hussein