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Worthingtons

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Worthingtons' employment department has extensive experience representing local councils in the defence of high court and tribunal claims. In addition to local councils, the firm regularly acts for insurance companies on employment law matters. The ‘exceptional’ Louise McAloon is well-versed in internal issues, including disciplinary and grievance matters.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team provides high-quality advice and is very responsive to the changing demands of the council as employers. We have had significant workforce challenges that have been supported by Worthingtons and they are always open to considering options as well as risk, talking us through our assessment of levels of risk that the council is prepared to take. They are responsive, helpful on all matters, solution-focused focused and always seek the latest case law to inform our decisions.’

  • ‘Louise McAloon is exceptional; she is very professional and engaging. Despite a hectic workload, she always responds to assist us in meeting deadlines. She is very personable and always explains options with a level of technical detail that meets the understanding of managers.’

Key clients

  • Derry City & Strabane District Council
  • Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Work highlights

Successfully advised a local employer in relation to the defence of a dispute in relation the end of WFH arrangements and the return to office-based working.