Praised for offering ‘skills beyond that of their best competitors’, Dentons houses a ’flawless’ employment team which leverages the bench strength of its global reach to regularly act for UK household names and international clients across the full-spectrum of employment mandates, including TUPE work, discrimination cases, post-termination restrictions, immigration matters, reorganisation projects, consultation matters, and corporate transactions. The team is under the direction of Sarah Beeby, a key figure in employment law, who ensures a ‘timely and efficient service’. Adept in handling cases before the Employment Tribunal, Alison Weatherhead’s offering extends to domestic and international transactions, C Suite advice, crisis management, and TUPE work. Verity Buckingham brings substantial experience in a range of commercial matters, including transactions and tribunal claims, while also focusing on immigration matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Strong knowledge of employment law, an ability to handle large scale litigation, responsive and accessible.’
‘The level of knowledge that Dentons has in respect to their clients is truly impressive. The employment team was fantastic.'
'They were hardworking, knowledgeable and had an understanding of the client's business rarely seen, even in the very best teams. It was a really impressive performance. Not just expertise in the law, but client handling skills beyond that of their best competitors. They were flawless.’
‘Helena Rozman is a very impressive employment solicitor. She has impressive knowledge of the law and a wonderful manner with clients. ’
‘The Employment Law team offer pragmatic and practical advice on a retainer basis with transparent time records and invoicing.'
'They are collaborative and provide an update session in person with our HR team to help develop our working relationships. They are also able to offer legal advice on other specialist areas when requested, using their in-house legal expertise.'
‘A relationship led team who understand our business and develop great working relationships with the team. Sarah Beeby leads by example and always ensures a timely and efficient service is provided by her team.'
‘Very experienced, knowledgeable and commercial, very responsive and personable. A big team with a range of expertise and seniority, which means you will always find someone suitable to assist with time sensitive queries.’
Key clients
- KKR
- Ministry of Defence
- HSBC Bank plc
- TUI UK Limited
- Virgin Atlantic Airways Limited
- Wizz Air Limited
- Yamaha Music Europe
- Drax Corporate Limited
- Royal Albert Hall
- Chanel Limited
Work highlights
Acting for TUI in its defence of a multi-million-pound claim brought by 8 claimants following a change to its PHI benefits in 2021.
Advised funds managed by KKR on the employment aspects of their agreement to acquire Broadcom Inc.’s End-User Computing Division, in a transaction valued at approximately USD4bn.
Acting for CBRE in the transfer of its global USD1.2bn+ turnover project management business to its now 70% owned subsidiary Turner & Townsend.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Emma Carter
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Sarah Beeby
Other key lawyers
Alison Weatherhead; Verity Buckingham; Sarah Lovell; Helena Rozman; Emma Carter