We act for senior executives, partners, members and teams in complex employment disputes where careers, earnings and professional reputations are at stake.

Our work spans discrimination, whistleblowing, restrictive covenants, team moves and complex remuneration disputes, including bonuses and incentive arrangements. Clients rely on us for discreet, strategically clear advice in situations that are often highly sensitive, fast-moving and professionally significant.

We combine specialist dispute resolution expertise with a deep understanding of the commercial, regulatory and workplace dynamics that shape modern organisations, helping clients protect both their immediate interests and long-term careers.

A specialist senior executive practice

We represent individuals and teams at pivotal moments in their careers.

These disputes are rarely just legal problems. They often involve professional relationships, future opportunities, financial consequences and reputational considerations. We take time to understand each client’s objectives, concerns and appetite for risk, developing strategies that reflect both their personal and professional priorities.

Insight that shapes strategy

Our lawyers understand the factors that influence employer decision-making, including commercial pressures, governance considerations, regulatory obligations and workplace culture.

Many members of the team have experience advising employers as well as senior individuals, giving us valuable insight into likely strategies, internal decision-making processes and potential pressure points. This perspective enables us to guide clients with clarity and confidence from the outset.

Navigating breakdowns in working relationships

Many employment disputes arise from a breakdown in trust, performance concerns, leadership changes or wider cultural issues within an organisation.

We regularly advise on disputes involving discrimination, whistleblowing, workplace investigations, disciplinary processes and exits from senior roles. We provide clear, measured advice in situations that are often professionally and personally challenging.

Protecting reputation and confidentiality

Reputational considerations sit at the centre of many workplace disputes.

We prioritise confidentiality, narrative control and the careful management of information, particularly in sensitive or high-profile matters. Our focus is on protecting clients’ professional standing and preserving future opportunities while achieving their legal objectives.

Strategic resolution backed by litigation strength

Most employment disputes are resolved through negotiation.

We pursue pragmatic settlements where possible, always guided by our clients’ objectives and commercial interests. At the same time, we prepare every matter thoroughly and are ready to litigate robustly when necessary.

This combination of pragmatic negotiation and credible litigation strength enhances our clients’ position throughout the dispute.

Expertise in complex remuneration disputes

We have particular expertise in high-value and technically complex remuneration disputes.

Our experience includes disputes involving bonuses, carried interest, deferred compensation, partnership arrangements and long-term incentive structures. We combine legal expertise with a detailed understanding of how senior remuneration arrangements operate in practice, enabling us to assess value, challenge assumptions and maximise outcomes.

Pragmatic, empathetic advice

Clients value our calm, empathetic and commercially focused approach.

We understand the personal impact that workplace disputes can have and provide clear guidance through what are often uncertain and stressful situations. Our advice is focused on achieving credible outcomes efficiently and effectively, rather than adopting unnecessarily adversarial positions.

Flexible support for complex disputes

Where appropriate, we offer flexible fee structures to support clients through uncertain, protracted or strategically sensitive disputes.

This flexibility helps ensure our approach remains aligned with our clients’ objectives, circumstances and priorities throughout the life of a matter.