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Our ‘Top Tier’ solicitors help employers to defend all types of tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, collective industrial disputes and complex discrimination and whistleblowing cases.
Talk to usEmployment disputes can present a serious threat to employers, including reputational and financial damage. We provide the expert advice you need to mitigate these risks and resolve employment disputes quickly and effectively.
We regularly handle high value and complex claims such as discrimination, whistleblowing, equal pay, trade union-related claims, TUPE claims and claims for protective awards in collective redundancy situations, together with unfair and wrongful dismissal.
We’re also well known for handling cases involving post termination restrictive covenants, breaches of confidentiality and team moves including injunctive relief.
We act for employers of all sizes ranging from large multinationals to SMEs, as well as senior executives, directors and individuals.
The Employment Rights Bill brings changes that may make it easier for employees to bring claims against employers — from day one employment rights to extended time limits to raise claims — so it’s more important than ever to get the right legal support when you need it.
Our approach is to avoid litigation wherever possible and we offer alternative forms of dispute resolution such as mediation and settlement agreement negotiations. Where alternatives aren't possible, we'll fight your corner fiercely.
Talk to our experienced employment dispute solicitors today — email hello@brabners.com, call 0333 004 4488 or fill in our contact form below.
Experienced employment dispute & tribunal claim solicitors
Our team is made up of experienced lawyers from our employment group who have a successful track record in employment tribunals and the higher courts and always go the extra mile to get the right result.
We’ll take time to understand your business and analyse the legal claims and their context. We’ll run an early risk assessment to identify the legal claims, the worst-case scenario outcome and prospects of successfully defending claims.
This will enable us to look at the whole picture and create a plan by identifying any witnesses required to give evidence, organise the process and minimise the impact on day-to-day business operations.
We’ll support you throughout the tribunal process and have experience of presenting our clients’ cases in the employment tribunal where needed.
We also regularly work with specialist employment barristers to prepare and present your case at the employment tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal.
Meet our employment dispute and litigation team
Nationally-recognised employment law & litigation experts




Transparent, clear & strategic guidance for employment disputes & litigation
By taking the time to understand your business and the context of any claim, we provide strategic, proactive, early-stage advice to manage risk and avoid litigation.
We’ll guide you through the process with clarity and confidence. Whenever possible, we offer fixed-fee options to ensure cost certainty and to give you more control over your legal spend.
Beyond the time and resources required to prepare a case, successful employment litigation claims may result in significant compensation for the claimant (which can be uncapped in discrimination cases) as well as the lasting financial impact of reputational damage.
We’ll ensure that you have sufficient information to plan and budget for your legal fees. Our structures are flexible and driven by budget considerations, offering clear insights into the costs associated with your legal matters and ensuring alignment with the complexity and scope of each case.
“Thank you all for your support with the employment tribunal. It started with what I felt was a daunting journey, but one that needed to be taken to try and get justice. When you came on board, you lifted that daunting feeling and gave us hope. You have all shown true professionalism, kindness and understanding. How can we ever repay you. How can I put into words how it felt watching you work, you were amazing. I was so proud and immensely thankful. Thank you for what you’re doing and the caring manner in which you’re doing it.”
Pro bono (employment litigation) client
“I have had the pleasure of working with Stephen Brodie and the Employment Team at Brabners for over 20 years. Throughout this time, Stephen and his team have consistently provided Prysmian Cables and Systems Ltd with exceptional legal advice and support. The team is approachable, professional, and always delivers timely, focused advice that aligns with our objectives. Their expertise in handling complex Employment Tribunal claims is unparalleled and they have an impressive track record of successfully defending these claims. Ali Hough, a Senior Associate in the Employment Team, is particularly commendable for his “can do” attitude and the high quality of his advice and support and his success rate in the employment tribunal. This is a highly effective team and I have no hesitation in recommending their services.”
Human Resources Director, Prysmian Cables & Systems Ltd
“I have worked with Stephen Brodie for over 20 years and have always found him to be responsive, reliable and effective. He provides constructive and practical advice often cutting through the detail to focus on the salient issues. He is very approachable and easy to work with. He is a trusted adviser, and I would have no hesitation in recommending him.”
Chief Executive at Autism Initiatives Group
“The team was very responsive and supportive during a difficult period. They took the time to understand the unique situation and commercial challenges. Their advice is clear and comprehensive. The broad team is able to provide the holistic support required. It's clear that they act as a team, not simply a collection of individuals from different areas of specialism.”
Client feedback, The Legal 500
“The team is very in-tune with the needs of its clients. They listen and don't impose some pre-set solution. Instead, they provide sensible advice which is generated from their vast collective experience.”
Employment client feedback, The Legal 500 2024
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