Blacks Solicitors LLP’s Leeds-based employment team is led by Paul Kelly and Tom Moyes, with Chris Allen and David Ward also playing key roles. The team acts for both employers and employees, bringing a balanced perspective to its contentious and advisory work. Kelly is known for advising senior executives, particularly in the sports sector, while Moyes focuses on long-term employer relationships. Allen is a go-to adviser for SME owners and executives, and Ward has developed a strong profile in employment tribunal litigation and education-sector disputes. Anna Schiavetta is also noted for her tribunal expertise and high-profile discrimination work.
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- ‘What makes this practice unique is their exceptional commitment to personalised service and their understanding of the specific challenges faced by clients from diverse backgrounds.'
- ‘The individuals I worked with at this firm truly stand out due to their exceptional empathy and unwavering support.'
Key clients
- EMS-FP&S Truck & Trailer Parts
- Augean PLC
Work highlights
Successfully represented Kerr Mackie Primary School in defending a complex Employment Tribunal claim.
Practice head
Paul Kelly; Tom Moyes
Other key lawyers
Chris Allen; David Ward; Anna Schiavetta; Euan Lawrence