Ed Heppel leads the ‘skilled practitioners’ within Wilkin Chapman Rollits's employment team, which acts for a range of public and private employers, including those in the education, professional services and manufacturing sectors. The team has notable expertise in TUPE work, protected matters and issues involving the Equality Act, and with Heppel’s significant corporate expertise, the practice is also involved in business restructurings and the employment aspects of corporate deals. Heppel is assisted by ’effective communicator’ and senior solicitor Lucy Trynka, who provides extensive advice on complex employment disputes.
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‘Ed Heppel was extremely courteous and professional. He kept me appraised every step of the way. Ed laid out all my options, sought my opinion and gave valued and firm recommendations. He executed my instructions clearly and expeditiously and earned me a result which was to my satisfaction.’
‘Rollits have been nothing short of exceptional in their work for me in a complex, lengthy and distressing case.'
- 'They made me feel welcome and at ease, from the moment I walked through the door until the moment I left every day.'
- 'Their warmth and professionalism really did go above and beyond the normal call of duty. The team at Rollits are very professional, cheerful and helpful individuals.'
‘The team at Rollits LLP have always been professional, and advised the best possible way forward for our business on many occasions.'
‘The employment team have the detailed legal knowledge that you would expect but, more importantly, couples this with practical advice and support which ensures the best outcome. They are able to communicate very effectively which allows us to make informed choices supported by sound advice.’
- ‘The employment team at Rollits provide a legal safety net for our organisation. The team has skilled practitioners at a variety of levels to suit the complexity of the case. The team immerse themselves in any situation and provides very quick and clear guidance as to next steps and further legal advice.’
‘Ed Heppel leads the team from the front whilst being accessible and friendly. Quick to respond, he issues clear advice which is easy to follow. Ed uses his team to the client's advantage in terms of expertise. Lucy Trynka gives high-quality support and is an effective communicator.’
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