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Employment - Western (Bar)

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

3PB Barristers has an excellent profile in discrimination law and other employment issues. In addition to acting for claimants, the barristers have defended government departments and other high-ranking public bodies in complex claims. They also represent large private sector employers in unfair dismissal and related matters. The set has strength in areas including whistle-blower protection, equal pay and union law. In one key highlight, members represented the respondent in Dance v Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, a perceived disability discrimination case. One client comments: "This set is the best in its field."

The three chambers directors are Mark Heath, Russell Porter and Stuart Pringle.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Stephen Wyeth
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Stephen Wyeth
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Band 1

Stephen Wyeth is experienced in high-value discrimination cases and has had notable recent success in complex multi-day claims with an emphasis on disability issues, acting for both claimants and respondents. He is also highly regarded for his knowledge of the enforceability of restrictive covenants and confidentiality clauses. He has significant experience in unfair dismissal claims and is able to handle cases involving multiple respondents.

Stephen is a composed and confident advocate who exudes charisma in his approach to cases.

Stephen is my go-to - he always makes the client feel like he is on their side, no matter what. He is tenacious and not afraid to go out on a limb.

He has an astute eye for appeal points. He is superb.

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Gareth Graham
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Band 2

Gareth Graham is highly experienced in discrimination law and unfair dismissal. He is widely respected for his strategic approach to complex cases. He acts for NHS trusts, transport and hospitality clients across the country as well as a number of high-profile private employers. He has notable expertise in discrimination claims and whistle-blowing.

Gareth is a go-to counsel for us and has done a great job on a number of complex whistle-blowing claims.

He's very good with clients, very calm and a team player.

Matthew Curtis
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Matthew Curtis
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Band 2

Matthew Curtis is a barrister with a wealth of experience handling discrimination claims. He undertakes work on behalf of respondents arising from a variety of sectors, including from the fields of healthcare, retail and technology. He has further experience in the EAT and the Court of Appeal.

Matthew Curtis is very practical and has a good rapport with clients and witnesses.

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Sarah Clarke
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Band 2

Sarah Clarke is experienced in a range of employment matters including discrimination claims, whistle-blowing, unfair dismissal and TUPE work. She also has experience acting in cases involving restrictive covenants and bonus payments, and acts for both claimants and respondents.

Sarah is brilliant and exceptionally thorough, very personable, and has an excellent rapport with clients and instructing solicitors alike.

Fiercely intelligent with fantastic cross-examination skills, Sarah can explain complicated matters to clients in clear and simple terms.

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Simon Tibbitts
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Band 2

Simon Tibbitts has a thriving practice in which he represents public sector organisations, private sector employers and employees, particularly in unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.

He prepares very thoroughly and is very popular with clients.

He's very personable with clients and he's very good to have on your side. His legal knowledge is excellent.

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Joseph England
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Band 3

Joseph England has a wealth of experience in complex employment disputes, including before the Employment Appeal Tribunal and the Court of Appeal. He specialises in whistle-blowing matters alongside a wide range of claims for discrimination and unfair dismissal.

His experience as an employment judge is invaluable in complex situations.

Katherine Anderson
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Katherine Anderson
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Band 3

Katherine Anderson is a strong advocate who enjoys a varied caseload which covers employment and education law. She is active in discrimination claims and EAT appeals.

Quietly spoken such that opponents do not expect such crushing advocacy; she's a future star.

Katherine grappled with concepts and ideas that were new and different and presented them eloquently to the Employment Tribunal.

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Sarah Bowen
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Band 3

Sarah Bowen is a skilled employment and discrimination law barrister who is often instructed to handle equal pay, unfair dismissal and breach of contract claims. She regularly acts for local authorities, the NHS and education sector clients.

Sarah works incredibly hard and is a very good advocate who plans well and communicates clearly and consistently with those instructing her.

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Stephen Wyeth
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Stephen Wyeth
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Band 1
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Gareth Graham
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Band 2
Matthew Curtis
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Matthew Curtis
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Band 2
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Sarah Clarke
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Band 2
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Simon Tibbitts
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Band 2
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Joseph England
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Band 3
Katherine Anderson
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Katherine Anderson
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Band 3
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Sarah Bowen
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Band 3