Employment Tribunal Representation
Facing an Employment Tribunal Claim can be daunting, time-consuming and very costly. It is therefore essential to obtain clear, strategic advice and representation at an early stage in order to defend the Claim, manage risk and protect your reputation.
Employment Tribunals can award significant compensation for unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistle-blowing and other claims. Hearings are usually in public and Judgments are published on-line. Effective representation helps minimise disruption and the risk of both expensive adverse outcomes and unwanted publicity. If you engage Sills & Betteridge to handle the process you can focus on running your business and benefit from expert guidance with support throughout.
While you can represent yourself in the Employment Tribunal, experienced legal support greatly improves your chances of success - and preparation is crucial because the quality of evidence, documentation and approach often determines the outcome.
We understand that you may be concerned about costs but this should not put you off instructing us as we can work with you to ensure that you keep control of your costs and that wherever possible, they remain reasonable and proportionate.
How We Can Help
- Assessing claims and advising on your defence strategy;
- Drafting and submitting your ET3 Response Forms;
- Representing your organisation in preliminary and final Hearings;
- Managing the disclosure and evidence process;
- Preparing Witness Statements and cross-examination support;
- Where appropriate - provide advice and support with settlement negotiations and ACAS conciliation.
Why Choose Us?
- Experienced Employment Solicitors with a strong track record in defending Claims;
- Strategic, commercial advice – not just legal analysis;
- Skilled negotiators as well as robust representation at Hearings (we provide honest advice on when to fight and when to negotiate);
- Careful control on your costs, with transparent fees, staged cost options and clear advice on prospects of success;
- We will not hesitate to make an application for an Order that your opponent pays your legal costs in appropriate circumstances.
Speak to our Employment Team to protect your business with expert Employment Tribunal support and representation.
