The practice at Shoosmiths handles a varied workload for its diverse client roster of local authorities, retail corporations and transportation companies. Michael McLaughlin has extensive industrial relations expertise and leads the team, assisting clients with discrimination claims and the modification of internal schemes. Key members of the team include TUPE specialist Jennifer Wright and Grace Watson, who often handles disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Samatha Mackie is really great, a good lawyer and has plenty of good advice.'
  • 'Grace Watson has been extremely supportive in handling an ongoing employment tribunal case when there has been a flux of change in our business. Grace was able to share the history of the claim, and keep focus on the key priorities efficiently.'

  • 'The team are quick to respond to queries, and advise in a manner that suits the client, making complex points of law easy to understand and navigate.'

  • 'Shoosmiths are a trusted legal partner that stands out for me because of the high-quality advice they give and the team within Scotland. The team is not only highly knowledgeable but also approachable and collaborative, ensuring we receive clear, commercially focused guidance tailored to our needs.'

  • 'They are very responsive and prioritise our needs and I always feel I can rely on them for anything urgent.'

  • 'I mainly work with Jennifer Wright and Grace Watson and they are very approachable and have the human/personal touch.'

Key clients

  • Amey Services Limited
  • Chivas Brothers Ltd
  • Beam Suntory
  • Boots
  • Scottish Water
  • GEOAmey
  • West Dunbartonshire Council
  • Aberdeenshire Council
  • CalMac group
  • H&M
  • Blazing Griffin
  • Dignity Funeral Services
Practice head

Michael McLaughlin

Other key lawyers

Grace Watson; Jennifer Wright; Samantha Mackie