Operating across a network of offices in the South West, the team at Foot Anstey is well equipped to handle the full spectrum of employment matters for national and international employers, with notable expertise in corporate transactional support and restructurings. Exeter-based Karen Bates leads the team, while the ‘extremely knowledgeable and very attentive’ Joanne Boyle specialises in large scale business transformation projects from the Bristol office. Also in Bristol, associate Angharad Davies advises on a range of HR issues, and is experienced in defending employers before Employment Tribunals in unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.
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Testimonials
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- 'They are a strong and diverse team with an excellent client base.'
- 'Joanne Boyle is a superb employment lawyer. She always goes the extra mile for her clients. Her attention to detail is second to none and it is always a pleasure to work with her on her cases as she is meticulously well prepared.'
Key clients
- National Farmers Union
- Revolution Beauty PLC
Work highlights
Assisted in producing a template Advisor Agreement for investment advisers engaged to identify, diligence and develop investment opportunities.
Practice head
Karen Bates
Other key lawyers
Joanne Boyle; Angharad Davies