Praised for providing ‘commercially minded advice’, the team at Birketts LLP advises on the full spectrum of employment matters, spanning contentious and non-contentious issues, corporate transactions and day-to-day support. Practice head Clare Barlow is described as a ’very pragmatic and seasoned adviser’ and is a key contact for the enforcement and defence of restrictive covenants. She also advises multinational companies on senior reorganisations, hires and exits, as well as TUPE matters. Nicholas West provides clients with ongoing employment advice and is experienced in the employment aspects of transactions, recently assisting clients in the financial services and insurance sectors. Working closely with the corporate team, Abigail Hubert regularly advises on TUPE-related matters, including multi-party outsourcing and employment provisions, with expertise in multi-jurisdictional mandates.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Responsive and commercially minded advice.’

  • ‘Clare Barlow is a very pragmatic and seasoned advisor who always provides commercially sensible advice. Abbie Hubert always provides sensible, pragmatic advice and is very client-focused.’

  • ‘Professional and responsive team. ’

  • ‘Helen Galer has been supporting me in my role for some time now and is always on hand when I need her. Helen gives sound advice and is very professional and reliable as my legal adviser. I would highly recommend.’

Key clients

  • OCS Group UK Limited
  • Anderson Group
  • Iveco Retail Limited
  • Beresford Group Limited
  • Brady Technologies Limited
  • Chelmer Housing Partnership Limited
  • CNH Industrial N.V.
  • Broxbourne Borough Council
  • FTP Industrial SpA
  • Harlow District Council
  • Kalibrate Technologies Plc
  • Maldon District Council

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Abigail Hubert

Practice head

Clare Barlow

Other key lawyers

Helen Galer; Nicholas West; Abigail Hubert