Employment Law Services

At Culbert Ellis, we offer a full suite of employment law services designed to meet the unique needs of employers, employees, and business partners.

Our team of expert lawyers ensures that businesses are protected now by remaining compliant with ever-changing employment legislation whilst managing day-to-day HR challenges.

• The Employment Rights Bill is the most important piece of employment legislation in a generation and will completely remove the two-year qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims, making probationary periods more important.
• It will also include complex guaranteed hours provisions for zero hours workers, strengthened statutory sick pay entitlement, business liability for third-party harassment and the prohibition of the dismissal of an employee for the refusal of a contractual change (the end of fire and rehire?), all of which will require specialist knowledge and support to ensure the business is protected.
• With the introduction of the Fair Work Agency as well, business is likely to be exposed to more claims as this body will be responsible for enforcing rights related to holiday pay, statutory sick pay and the minimum wage.

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For employers, we provide everything from drafting and maintaining legally compliant contracts and HR policies to advising on redundancy, business restructuring, and enforcing post-termination restrictions, including obtaining injunctive relief.

Our guidance extends to managing sensitive workplace issues like grievances, dismissals, long-term sickness, and absenteeism, as well as ensuring diversity, equality, and whistleblowing procedures are firmly in place. We support HR managers with practical advice on a range of topics, including the use of the ‘protected conversation’ when handling performance issues and disciplinary proceedings, ensuring that employers navigate complex situations with confidence.

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For employees, we offer comprehensive support throughout the employment journey, including reviewing service agreements and contracts to identify potential risks, advising on grievances, defending disciplinary proceedings, and negotiating exits or settlement agreements. We also assist employees with claims of unfair dismissal, breach of contract, discrimination, or whistleblowing, ensuring their rights are protected. If an employee faces restrictive covenants post-employment or needs advice on team moves, our legal experts are here to help.

We also specialise in supporting partners and members of businesses. Whether it's handling recruitment, managing departures, or resolving partnership disputes, our legal team provides sound advice to ensure a smooth transition.

For those involved in complex tribunal cases, we guide clients through every stage, from initial consultation to final resolution. Our experience in employment tribunals covers a wide range of claims, including unfair dismissal and discrimination, and we offer strategic counsel to defend or pursue claims effectively.

Whatever your employment law challenge, Culbert Ellis provides focused, results-driven solutions that help you resolve disputes and protect your rights

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