Michelmores LLP stands out as a ‘forward-thinking and client-focused firm’, routinely sought after by household name clients for support on a broad spectrum of employment issues. In Exeter, James Baker leads the team, providing ’clear, actionable advice’ on contentious and non-contentious matters, notably within the retail, financial service, and health sectors. Kate Gardner specialises in TUPE-related disputes, senior executive exists, and other employment tribunal disputes; Rachael Lloyd advises leading public sector, retail, and tech businesses in the UK and abroad; and the ‘stand-out’ Lynsey Blyth works between London and Exeter, handling large-scale claims concerning discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing. In May 2024, Andrew Tobey stepped into a consultant role at the firm.
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Leading partners

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Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

James Baker

Other key lawyers

Kate Gardner; Lynsey Blyth; Rachael Lloyd; Andrew Tobey; Matt Warren

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