Thompson Smith and Puxon regularly assists its broad client roster of companies across the construction, tech, and retail sectors with transactional mandates. Praised by clients for providing ‘practical, tailored advice’, Jolyon Berry in Colchester heads the practice, and is well-known for acting in High Court and Employment Tribunal claims, and his knowledge of exit settlements, TUPE law, and whistleblowing procedures. Grace Smyth is a key member of the team, who is particularly experienced in handling disability discrimination claims.
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‘TSP provides a comprehensive employment law offering, with good access to information and advice for a very reasonable monthly retainer.’
‘Jolyon Berry provides practical, tailored advice - he takes care to understand our position and our desired outcome before setting us on the right course.’
‘The most customer focused, commercial and practical solicitors I work with. However difficult, sensitive and complex the employment problem, there is always a way through with this team, with various options to be considered and a risk assessment of each option, so the client can make the best decision for them. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any company.'
‘Jolyon Berry stands out for me in terms of his expertise, commercial approach, and leadership of his team.'
‘First-class service in all areas.’
‘Communication and knowledge.’
Work highlights
Represented Indigo Consulting Group Ltd in the Employment Tribunal.
Represented Newsquest and multiple individuals in the Employment Appeal Tribunal in relation to a case brought by a former member of staff of Archant Community Medial Limited, during which the company went into administration and was eventually taken over by Newsquest Media.
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Practice head
Jolyon Berry
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Grace Smyth