Defending employment tribunal claims
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At Oracle Law Global, we provide expert legal representation for both employers and employees involved in employment tribunal claims. Whether you are an employer defending a claim or an employee seeking justice, our specialist employment law team ensures you receive strategic, robust, and results-driven support.
For Employers
Facing an employment tribunal claim can be stressful, time-consuming, and costly. We help businesses by:
- Assessing the merits of claims and advising on defence strategies.
- Preparing robust legal arguments to contest unfair dismissal, discrimination, or breach of contract claims.
- Representing employers at preliminary hearings, full tribunal hearings, and appeals.
- Exploring early conciliation through ACAS to resolve disputes efficiently.
- Negotiating settlements to minimise financial and reputational risk.
- Negotiating settlements to minimise financial and reputational risk.
- Advising on legal obligations, policies, and procedures to strengthen your case.
- Gathering and reviewing evidence, including witness statements and employment records.
- Training HR teams and managers on best practices to prevent future claims.
For Employees
If you have been treated unfairly at work, we provide expert legal representation to help you achieve justice. Our services include:
- Assessing the strength of your claim and advising on legal options.
- Filing tribunal claims for unfair dismissal, workplace discrimination, harassment, unpaid wages, and other employment disputes.
- Representing you throughout the tribunal process, from preliminary hearings to full hearings.
- Engaging in ACAS early conciliation to seek fair settlements before a tribunal hearing.
- Negotiating severance and compensation packages.
- Drafting and reviewing settlement agreements to protect your rights.
- Preparing witness statements, gathering evidence, and handling legal documentation.
- Advising on appeal options if your claim is unsuccessful.
- Providing clear, practical legal guidance at every stage.
Employers Services
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Drafting and reviewing employment contracts
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Advising on workplace policies and procedures
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Managing dismissals, redundancies, and restructuring
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Defending employment tribunal claims
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Handling discrimination and harassment cases
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Advising on TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings) regulations
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Assisting with workplace investigations
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Drafting settlement agreements and exit strategies
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Compliance with national and international labour laws
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