Tees Law is recognised for its strength in employment matters relating to transactions, TUPE, and shareholder and director disputes, with well-established relationships in the logistics and transport sectors. Practice head Robert Whitaker, described as ‘practical, approachable and forward-thinking’, is highly experienced in employment law issues involving data protection, TUPE and matters specific to the agricultural sector. Katherine Jameson focuses on restrictive covenants, exit strategies and settlement terms, while Ola McGhee, who joined the firm in June 2024, brings valuable expertise in representing clients in internal processes, Employment Tribunal proceedings and appeals.
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Testimonials
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‘Sound, practical advice given in clear terms and tailored to the client's needs. Approachable and easy to work with.’
‘Rob Whitaker sets the tone for the team. He is up to date, practical, approachable and forward thinking.’
‘I have worked with Robert Whitaker for a number of years, the service both he and his colleagues provide is always consistent and demonstrates a good understanding of our individual organisational needs. I always have full confidence that any information he provides is to the benefit of not only our organisation but also our employees. He offers fair and reasonable advice and an understanding of the difficulties of applying employment law to the many different scenarios that arise when dealing with individual employees.’
‘The employment team works very well together. You invariably have at least two or three solicitors focused on your case, which means you benefit from multiple perspectives on any given problem.’
‘Rob Whitaker is a very knowledgeable partner. He understands difficult and novel legal points and keeps his eye on recent developments. He is extremely aware of commercial considerations and has a deep understanding of his clients' needs. Katherine Jameson has a great strategic mind and is always thinking three steps ahead. She is always across her brief and has considered every aspect of every case she is working on. A safe pair of hands.’
‘We have dealt with Rob Whitaker on a couple of occasions. He is extremely prompt in his replies to queries and he provides sensible commercial advice when and how you need it.’
Key clients
- Containerlift Services Limited
- Kidney Cancer Care Ltd
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Practice head
Robert Whitaker
Other key lawyers
Katherine Jameson; Ola McGhee; Nicholas Corderoy