Supporting Your Business with Comprehensive Employment Law Advice
Navigating the complexities of employment law is an essential part of running a successful business. At Wollens, we work closely with employers to ensure compliance, minimise risk, and foster a positive workplace environment. From drafting robust contracts to managing grievances or restructuring, our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way.
A core area of our work involves settlement agreements. Whether resolving disputes amicably or navigating restructuring, these agreements can simplify legal processes while ensuring employees waive their rights appropriately. We also assist employers in preparing terms that are legally sound, fair, and practical.
Another significant concern for employers is unfair dismissal. It is crucial to establish clear, lawful grounds for dismissal, whether due to misconduct, incapability, or redundancy. Our expertise ensures you follow correct procedures, reducing the risk of claims and protecting your business’s reputation.
Discrimination claims present another challenge, with the law covering nine protected characteristics. Cases can be complex and carry significant financial and reputational risks. We help businesses understand their obligations, implement preventive measures, and defend claims effectively.
Change is inevitable in business, and we provide essential support during redundancies, TUPE transfers, and reorganisations. From consultations to compliance with employment law requirements, we help you manage transitions fairly and efficiently.
We also advise on grievance and disciplinary procedures, ensuring you have clear policies that outline employee expectations and a transparent process to address concerns or misconduct. This clarity is vital for maintaining fairness and avoiding disputes.
Drafting contracts and policies is another area where we excel. From employment contracts to handbooks detailing workplace policies, we ensure your documentation is tailored to your needs, providing clarity and legal protection. For self-employed and casual workers, we help distinguish roles and draft agreements to avoid tax and employment status disputes.
In today’s fast-evolving legal landscape, keeping up with employment rights is more critical than ever. Our proactive approach ensures you understand your obligations and can pre-emptively address potential issues, saving time, money, and stress.
Whether you’re seeking to streamline operations, mitigate risk, or create a better workplace culture, our team offers tailored, strategic advice to help your business.
Get in touch with our team of Employment Law experts today to discuss your requirements. You can contact us via email Email or telephone us 01803 213251
I had a great response to my initial phone request with a phone consultation and then in-person meeting happening very rapidly which was extremely comforting. Jon ensured I was informed of my rights and supported me through discussions with my former employer.
I would thoroughly recommend this company and will be sure to request their support for any future legal advice/service I require.
This is a First Class Service. The professionalism and knowledge of Jon Dunkley was absolutely amazing. Felt supported and in very good hands. I would definitely recommend and work with Wollens again if needed.
They provide a prompt, efficient and friendly service covering all aspects of employment law so I have no need or desire to go anywhere else.
We have had dealings with various departments within firm and have always found that from the first call or email our enquiries are dealt with in a professional and courteous manner with nothing ever feeling like a hassle.
Jon Dunkley leads the team. He has many years’ experience in employment law. He cuts through technicalities and provides commercial solutions. I particularly value his expertise on restrictive covenants.
Jon Dunkley has stood out for us. Having dealt with Mr Dunkley on a number of employment matters over the years, we feel he has taken the time to get to know our firm, and has always been able to make very complex matters come across as manageable.
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