What can I do for you
James is an employment law specialist and has wide variety of experience acting for corporate clients ranging from SMEs to large national companies. His experience includes defence of Employment Tribunal claims. For instance, unfair and constructive dismissal and discrimination claims. James also advises clients on employment law queries and non-contentious work such as drafting contracts of employment and settlement agreements.
Supporting your ambitions
Employment law is continuously developing and evolving, James appreciates that it can be difficult for businesses to keep up with challenging problems from employees. James gives his clients the confidence to tackle difficult subjects and achieve their desired outcome by listening to their needs and providing insightful, commercial and practical advice, such as:
- Defending a company in relation to a tribunal claim for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination in the context of a resentful employee who resigned after six years' service.
- Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements for several private companies.
- Advising an organisation in relation to a flexible working request.
Additional Information
Our employment tribunal fees
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What do others say
"James demonstrated all the attributes you would want from your legal adviser. He was extremely professional and from the outset, it was clear James had a high level of knowledge and expertise within employment law. However, it was his excellent inter-personal skills which particularly impressed me." A client.
What else should you know
James is an active networker across Leeds and regularly attends events. He loves a charity challenge and regularly raises money for charities across the Yorkshire region.
James is a keen Rugby Union player and has been selected to represent Iran in the Asian 5 Nations Championship on several occasions across Asia.