Addleshaw Goddard’s Leeds employment team handles a broad mix of complex advisory and contentious matters, including industrial relations work, cross-border reorganisations, and internal investigations. Rebecca Kitson and Shakeel Dad co-lead the team, with strength across the financial services, retail, and energy sectors. Kitson is noted for her work on whistleblowing and restructuring matters, while Dad advises major retail clients and leads the firm’s race and ethnicity inclusion efforts. The team includes standout associates such as Tanzeela Hussain and Olivia Bell, both known for their international work.
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Testimonials
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- 'I find them highly collaborative and professional, and above all else, the team is a pleasure to deal with.'
‘What makes the Firm stand out is the interpersonal skills. They are all very capable lawyers, as you would expect, but manage to run matters in a sensible way. I always highly recommend them in the marketplace.'
Key clients
- Asda
- Haribo
Work highlights
Advised Arla on the employment aspects following its acquisition of Volac Foods.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Rebecca Kitson
Practice head
Rebecca Kitson; Shakeel Dad
Other key lawyers
Tanzeela Hussain; Olivia Bell