DLA Piper in Manchester is a ‘one-stop shop for global employment legal matters' and is particularly sought after for advising on and managing complex multi-jurisdictional employment issues. The group also has extensive experience with claims in the Employment Tribunal and civil courts, and is especially knowledgeable in the manufacturing sector. Leading the group with 'excellent judgement', Alan Chalmers advises on all aspects of employment law. The group also includes the ’exceptional' George Nicholson, who is seasoned in international employment matters, compliance issues, and employee regulatory mandates in the financial services sector, employment and data protection expert Helen Hall, and Emma Mills, who is ‘very commercial and efficient', and advises on employment issues across a broad range of sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘DLA Piper are the true international partner when it comes to seeking advice across the world. They create a trusted partner relationship where we can use them as our one-stop shop for global employment legal matters.'
‘George Nicholson is exceptional. He has a deep knowledge of our business and his advice is very commercial and pragmatic. George recognises our tolerance for risk and need to create neat solutions that apply across multiple jurisdictions. This makes handling complex, multi jurisdictional projects and dealing with issues across the globe seamless.'
‘Very responsive and always very helpful.’
‘The team are approachable and knowledgeable. They provide clear, thorough advice in a timely manner.'
‘Helen Hall has expert knowledge of a wide range of employment law matters. She has a solid understanding of how our organisation works, its values, and its strategies, which enables her to provide valued, tailored advice. She is always very responsive and provides a first-rate service.'
‘Helen Hall is very knowledgeable and I know that her advice will be sound. She understands our business context and will seek to understand the issues and highlight risks whilst working in collaboration to achieve the desired outcome.'
‘Alan Chalmers has excellent judgement and a willingness to challenge his clients where it is in their interests to do so.'
'Emma Mills is very commercial and efficient. Always exceeds expectations when it comes to responsiveness.’
Key clients
- Reach plc
- Wickes Plc
- Budweiser Brewing Group
- International Hotels Group plc
- Northumbrian Water Group
- Sony Music
- Wesco Anixter
- Jones Lang LaSalle
- Akzo Nobel
- The Disclosure and Barring Service
Work highlights
- Advised Kelly Services Inc on the sale of its European staffing business, spanning 14 jurisdictions.
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Practice head
Alan Chalmers
Other key lawyers
George Nicholson; Helen Hall; Emma Mills