Spearheaded by Camilla Beamish, Cripps is well equipped to advise on the full spectrum of employment law issues. The team regularly handles complex disputes for international clients, often involving cross-border aspects. Laura McMaster is particularly adept at assisting employers with complex senior-level exits, with a strong focus on negotiated terminations, restrictive covenants, and reputational risk management issues.
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‘The key difference that I have found working with Cripps compared with other practices is their business-focused advice. When we contact them they already know our business well, build on this with understanding the context of the specific query then provide a recommended approach that is both commercial and legally sound, not just a list of considerations or generic advice. This approach seems to run through anyone that we speak to there.’
‘Camilla Beamish is absolutely excellent: she is very responsive, demonstrates an excellent understanding of our business context and provides clear, business-focused advice on the actions we should take after explaining any considerations and why she is recommending that approach. In short, she is highly professional, commercial and a pleasure to work with.’
‘We have engaged several of Cripps' specialists across the fields of commercial contracts, employment law, charitable governance and tenant relations (including conduct of a court case) and in every instance our Cripps interlocutors have been supportive, professional, strong on expertise and prompt to respond. In addition, they have taken a genuine interest in our small charity and taken the time to visit us and understand our vision and ethos.’
‘Camilla Beamish, employment specialist, deserves particular praise for having supported me, with cogent and timely expert advice, through the sensitive process of terminating the contracts of our entire HR team.’
‘For me, it is about relationship, knowledge of our business and relatability. Cripps are always able to discuss my issue and what I want to achieve.'
- 'The firm also works to educate and support with current issues and legislation changes-super important right now.’
Key clients
- Eurotunnel Services Limited
- Munroe K Asset Management Limited
- Remy Cointreau UK Distribution Limited
- Jimmy Fairly UK Limited
- The Royal Geographical Society with IBG
- Donahue & Partners LLP
- Registrar Corp LLP
- Expert Training Systems plc
- Oversea Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC Bank)
- RDT Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Oversea Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) in the successful defence of a disability discrimination claim by a former employee, in which one of the key issues was whether OCBC had implied knowledge of the claimant’s alleged disabilities.
Advised Registrar Corp LLP on negotiating director service agreements, employment contracts for senior management and complex incentive documentation.
Advised Eurotunnel Services Limited on the implications of a collective agreement agreed with the union (to replicate a similar agreement that the workforce in France has in place) and negotiating with the trade union in relation to pay dispute.
Lawyers
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
Camilla Beamish
Other key lawyers
Laura McMaster; Emma Saunders; Holly Milne-Peasey; Emily Byrom