How We Help Employers
Settlement Solicitors (Ackroyd Legal (London) LLP) acts for employers of all sizes — from SMEs to large corporates — on employment law matters. Our team brings a commercially pragmatic approach to employment disputes, helping businesses achieve clean, cost-effective resolutions while managing legal risk.
Settlement Agreement Drafting
We draft legally robust settlement agreements for employers terminating employment relationships in all circumstances — redundancy, performance management, mutual agreement, or contentious exits. Our agreements are comprehensive, clearly drafted, and designed to minimise the risk of future claims.
We advise on the appropriate financial package, reference terms, post-termination restrictions, and all other provisions to ensure your business is properly protected.
Defending Employment Tribunal Claims
If a former or current employee has brought an Employment Tribunal claim against your business — for unfair dismissal, discrimination, breach of contract, or otherwise — we provide robust, strategic representation. Our solicitors are experienced advocates who will manage your defence from initial response through to hearing.
We will assess the merits of any claim honestly and, where appropriate, advise on settlement at an early stage to avoid the cost and management time of a full hearing.
Restructuring & Redundancy
Redundancy and restructuring programmes carry significant legal risks if not managed correctly. We guide employers through collective and individual redundancy processes, ensuring compliance with consultation requirements, selection criteria, and statutory obligations.
Where redundancy is being used as an exit mechanism for specific individuals, we advise on the most appropriate and legally defensible approach.
Pre-Termination Negotiations
Under section 111A of the Employment Rights Act 1996, employers can make settlement offers on a "without prejudice" basis before an employee is dismissed, without those conversations being admissible in Tribunal proceedings. We advise employers on how to conduct protected conversations safely and effectively.
Employment Contracts & Policies
We also assist employers in drafting and updating employment contracts, staff handbooks, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and other employment documentation — minimising the risk of disputes arising in the first place.
Why Instruct Us?
- Specialist employment law focus — not a generalist firm
- Commercially minded advice, focused on your business objectives
- Transparent, competitive pricing
- Fast turnaround — we understand the urgency of employment matters
- SRA regulated, fully insured
Contact Our Employer Services Team
To discuss your requirements, call us on 020 3058 3365 or complete our online enquiry form. We offer an initial consultation to discuss your needs and how we can help.