Defending Employment Tribunal Claims
When it comes to navigating the complexities of employment law and Employment Tribunal cases, you need a trusted partner by your side. We not only provide comprehensive legal advice, but we also manage cases from start to finish, often conducting our own advocacy with a proven track record of success.
Expert support every step of the way
Facing an Employment Tribunal claim can be a daunting and disruptive experience for any organisation. Based in the South East, our specialist employment law team supports employers across the region with practical, clear, and strategic advice when responding to Tribunal claims.
Whether you’re dealing with a straightforward dispute or a more complex case, our experienced solicitors are here to help you take decisive action with confidence. We have experience of dealing with all types of Employment Tribunal claim, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, TUPE and breach of contract.
From the moment a claim is issued, we can manage the process in full – often handling advocacy ourselves – ensuring consistency, efficiency, and a deep understanding of your case throughout. We’ve built a strong track record in representing employers at all stages of the Tribunal process, from the early response through to hearings and outcomes.
We understand the pressures Tribunal proceedings can bring on your time and resources. Our approach is always focused on your best interests, and where appropriate, we explore alternative ways to resolve disputes before they reach afinal hearing. This might include settlement negotiations, ACAS early conciliation, or judicial mediation, helping you to reach a resolution with minimal disruption to your business.
Our team can also work with your witnesses, providing clear, practical preparation to ensure they feel ready and supported ahead of any hearing, which can be crucial to the strength of your defence.
If your business is facing an Employment Tribunal claim, or you’re concerned that one may be on the horizon, speak to our employment law specialists today to find out how we can support you.
How our expert team can help you
Full Tribunal representation
We manage claims from beginning to end, often handling our own advocacy. This provides consistency and efficiency, with your case managed by someone who knows it inside out.
Witness preparation and support
We can help witnesses feel confident and well-prepared for hearings. Our guidance ensures they understand the process and can present their evidence clearly and effectively.
Settlement strategy and negotiation
We advise on potential settlement options and use negotiation techniques to resolve disputes early, saving time, costs, and stress.
Judicial mediation
Our team has experience in judicial mediation – a process that can lead to effective, mutually acceptable outcomes without the need for a full Tribunal hearing.
Strategic case assessment
We can provide a clear evaluation of the strengths and risks of your case, helping you to make informed decisions that protect your commercial interests.
Early conciliation advice (ACAS)
We support employers during the early conciliation stage with ACAS, identifying opportunities for early resolution while preparing you for what lies ahead if needed.
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Why choose Mayo Wynne Baxter
Our specialist employment law solicitors can provide you with expert advice and support to help you navigate any challenges you might be having with your employer.
- Specialist Knowledge: Our team has expertise on all aspects of employment law
- Bespoke advice: We offer expert advice and support for your particular situation
- Transparent costs: We provide clear fee arrangements and keep you up to date on cost
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Key stages
In our fee structure we cover all of the work in relation to the following key stages of a claim and applies to work after receipt of claim submitted to the Employment Tribunal:
- Taking your initial instructions, reviewing the papers and advising you on the chances of mounting a successful defence and likely compensation to be paid if not successful (this is likely to be revisited throughout the matter and subject to change)
- Preparing and submitting the response form
- Considering the schedule of loss submitted by the employee
- Exchanging documents with the employee and agreeing the contents for the bundle of documents to be used at the Tribunal Hearing
- Preparing the bundle of documents to be used at the Tribunal Hearing
- Interviews for witness statements, drafting statements and agreeing their content with witnesses
- Reviewing and advising on the employee’s witness statements
- Agreeing a list of issues
- Preparation for a Tribunal Hearing
- Instructing a barrister, if they are to be engaged
- Advising on and exploring and negotiating settlement throughout the process
This does not include applying for a Tribunal Hearing of more than one day in length, the preparation of a chronology, skeleton arguments or a list of the key people who feature in the case.
The time that it takes from taking your initial instructions to the final resolution of the claim depends largely on the stage at which the case is resolved and how soon the Employment Tribunal can schedule a Tribunal Hearing. Currently, the Employment Tribunal can schedule a Tribunal Hearing for a date between six to nine months from when a claim is submitted.
The initial date for listing will be provided when the claim is sent to you by the Employment Tribunal. This initial date will usually assume that the Tribunal Hearing will only take one day. If the Tribunal Hearing will take more than one day then the timeframe is likely to increase.
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Our specialist team are here to help you and guide you through the legal process. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service from outstanding people.
If you would like to speak to a member of our team, please fill out the enquiry form. We will aim to reply to your query within 4 business hours.
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Call us: 0800 84 94 101
What to Expect When You Contact Our Employment Law Team
Once you have completed the contact form or called us, our client service team will call you back, to ask a few questions including your preferred method of contact. This information is then passed directly to the solicitor who will be working for you. Once you are happy to proceed we will gather all the relevant information and your file will be opened so we can start work.
A member of the Client Service Team will keep in contact with you on a regular basis throughout your matter, to make sure you and they are satisfied with the progress of your matter. There is no additional charge to you for their involvement.
We are here to assist you and ensure everything proceeds as smoothly as possible. You will have direct contact details for the client service team, who you can contact at any point during your matter.
Our aim is to make the process as easy and uncomplicated as possible for you.