The group at Brodies LLP consists of ‘professional and approachable individuals’, who assist blue chip clients with the full spectrum of employment issues. Tony Hadden spearheads the practice, which is active in the transportation, financial services and energy sectors. Hadden is equipped to handle negotiations with trade unions, while Elaine McIlroy has a wealth of immigration expertise. Lynne Marr is a key name for misconduct and discrimination investigations, acting for both public and private sector clients. Fiona Herrell forms the bedrock of the team’s energy market presence, often working on both domestic and cross-border matters. Will Rollinson is a key name within the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'The employment team at Brodies LLP are helpful, knowledgeable, experienced and pragmatic in their advice.'
- 'The team we work with at Brodies are available, approachable and professional. they are able to provide advice in a way tailored to our requirements and in the time required.'
- 'Brodies present with professional and approachable individuals motivated to deliver for their clients.'
- 'The team are great, proactive, efficient and calm under pressure.’
- 'They create a positive relationship that often feels like teamwork rather than a client/lawyer situation and that is very valuable in getting the right outcome.'
- 'Fiona Herrell is terrific. Her well-considered, practical approach to any issue means she stands out from the crowd.'
Key clients
- Bristow Helicopters Limited
- National Westminster Bank PLC
- American Express
- Artemis Investment Management LLP
- University of Edinburgh
- City of Edinburgh Council
- M&G plc
- Computershare Investor Services PLC
- Ooni Limited
- SQA
Work highlights
Acting for the University of Edinburgh on a number of employment and HR issues ranging from equal pay to criteria for an international Scholarship Programme.
Advised Bristow Helicopters Limited in relation to pay / terms and conditions negotiations with their recognised trade unions including responding to industrial action.
Advising the Scottish Qualifications Authority on the approach to classifying the employment status of invigilators/examiners and markers.
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Practice head
Tony Hadden
Other key lawyers
Lynne Marr; Elaine McIlroy; Fiona Herrell; Will Rollinson; Hazel Coutts