Noted for its strong focus on owner-managed businesses, Tees Law operates across the full range of employment matters, and is recommended for its experience in the logistics and professional services sectors. The team frequently collaborates with the firm’s corporate group to advise on TUPE issues related to M&A and outsourcing transactions. Practice chair Robert Whitaker's areas of expertise include employment-related data protection issues and disputes concerning agricultural workers, while Katherine Jameson frequently advises senior executives and managers on exit strategies, and is particularly adept at advising on restrictive covenants, settlement terms, and contract reviews.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is always keen to assist, providing articulate and accessible legal advice.'
‘Their approach is both collaborative and practical.'
‘Rob Whitaker & Katherine Jameson stand out for their knowledge, expertise & support when I need it.’
‘The team is able to provide a very personal and tailored service to every client.’
‘Rob Whitaker is very knowledgeable and fastidious in the preparation of his cases. He is also a great tactician, finding and taking the good points in a case, conceding the hopeless points - gaining credibility with the tribunal.'
- 'Katherine Jameson is a grafter and provides a brilliant service to her clients.’
‘The employment team at Tees is highly intelligent and very personable. Their thoroughness anticipates many questions during the litigation process.’
- 'Robert Whitaker is an absolute expert, and his advice has the effect of calming any stressful situation.'
Key clients
- Containerlift Services Limited
- Kidney Cancer UK
Work highlights
Advised on challenging a national association’s decision to provisionally suspend an examiner's certification following alleged reporting irregularities.
Advised an employer on an employment tribunal claim for unfair dismissal and alleged whistleblowing.
Advised on the breach of two agreements, an equity agreement and a contract of employment, raising claims for breach of contract and estoppel with a potential value in excess of £3m.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Robert Whitaker
Other key lawyers
Katherine Jameson