Operating out of Manchester and Sale, Slater Heelis has ‘a commercial approach to employment law issues' and advises charities, not-for-profit organisations, local authorities, high-net-worth individuals, and SMEs on the full range of employment issues. The group can also leverage the firm’s corporate, commercial, and dispute resolution departments to provide a holistic service to clients. The practice is co-led by the ’stand-out' employment litigation specialist Tracey Guest and seasoned advocate Sarah Calderwood, who goes ‘above and beyond' for clients and has specialist knowledge in the pursuit of injunctive action regarding the enforcement of restrictive covenants.

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  • 'The team has a depth of experience, and is reactive and collaborative with a commercial approach to employment law issues.'  
  • 'This team provides the high-quality, pragmatic advice you'd expect, however, they are also very down-to-earth and personable.'
  • 'Very responsive practice, good collaboration across departments, and excellent knowledge in fields of expertise.'
  • 'Great commercial acumen and advice in layman’s terms.'
  • 'Reliable, knowledgeable and always provides the support we need.'
  • 'Tracey Guest is a stand-out name; she exudes experience and confidence with a shrewd, tactical approach.'
  • 'All are very approachable and very easy to work with.'
  • 'Sarah Calderwood is a stand-out partner; Sarah always goes above and beyond in supporting us. Pragmatic, risk-based advice that allows the business to realistically assess options and implications. Also, very approachable and personable. Fully recommend.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tracey Guest

Other key lawyers

Sarah Calderwood