Muckle LLP maintains a leading employment offering that includes expert advice on TUPE matters, tribunal claims, investigations, and general advisory work for both regional and national clients, and has recently seen an increase in instructions related to commercial immigration issues, which are focus areas of the 'phenomenal' Amy Sergison and Imaan Choudry, with the latter having joined the firm from Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP in July 2023. Practice head Chris Maddock has a broad practice with particular emphasis on executive severance, reorganisation projects, and the enforcement of post-termination restrictions, while Craig Harvey excels in employment aspects of corporate transactions. On the contentious front, Lisa Kelly advises local, national, and international employers on a broad range of tribunal cases, with a notable emphasis on discrimination and equal pay matters.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The employment team are extremely professional in its approach to us as a client. They are easy to engage with, they respond very quickly, they share patience and understanding of our business and how we work. They always listen and offer constructive and practical advice in a way which is easy to understand, follow and implement. They offer training sessions on upcoming and recent legal changes which are really helpful too.’
  • ‘The pragmatic and balanced view received when seeking input from this team is outstanding, they are very straight forward to work with, which makes dealing with them very easy in what can often be complex circumstances. The availability of the team to provide support is also great. The team also play their part in developing the region's HR professionals, sharing their knowledge and hosting events that are relevant to all.’
  • ‘They approach our needs practically and are always able to think of alternatives. The quality of service and customer care has been excellent. We have been very impressed with our current main contact, Craig Harvey.’
  • ‘One of the many skills that Muckles demonstrates is their ability to ensure that often complicated legal situations are easily understood by the layman. Step-by-step help and support is given and the ability to offer clear guidance and support throughout. Warm and welcoming with a focus on the external, they are regular innovators in environmental, community and local initiatives.’
  • ‘Amy Sergison - easy to connect with, direct and pragmatic - advice is offered with a balanced view on the recommended approach to take in any scenario.’
  • 'Lisa Kelly and Amy Sergison are both phenomenal.'
  • ‘The most important aspect for us is accessibility. You always feel you are listened to, and the information is explained in a patient and straightforward manner. There is always opportunity to ask questions and to gain reassurance especially when dealing with complex matters. Chris Maddock and Craig Harvey have been incredible in the service they have offered to us, especially during a particularly complex matter. I cannot recommend them enough.’
  • ‘Muckle LLP is an excellent business partner. They take appropriate care to understand the topic for discussion and consider the full business context when providing legal advice and solutions. For more complex scenarios, they are able to collectively discuss and consider all legal options within their extended team, which means any advice provided is thorough and well thought through.’

Key clients

  • Vertu Motors PLC
  • Home Group Limited
  • Gentoo Group Limited
  • Karbon Homes
  • NCG (Newcastle College Group)
  • University of Northumbria
  • Tyne Coast College
  • Bishop Auckland College
  • Education Development Trust
  • Newcastle Building Society

Work highlights

Represented Gentoo Group Limited in Employment Appeal Tribunal proceedings.
Appointed by Home Group as advisers on all employment matters after a tender.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Chris Maddock

Next generation partners

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

Lisa Kelly

Practice head

Chris Maddock

Other key lawyers

Lisa Kelly; Imaan Choudry; Amy Sergison; Craig Harvey