UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley
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Debenhams Ottaway's employment team is based in the firm's St Albans office. It advises employers ranging from large corporates through to SMEs, as well as employees. The team advises on everything from day-to-day employment issues to corporate support and employment disputes.
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They are very tuned in to commercial considerations.
They have excellent commercial awareness, always looking at all stakeholders involved.
They have been absolutely first class.
They go the extra mile to make sure we understand our obligations and are solution-focused. You feel like they really care and understand the broader people issues, not just the legal strands.
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Louise Attrup is experienced in managing allegations of discrimination and is additionally noted for representing her clients in the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeal Tribunal and Court of Appeal. She also has expertise in TUPE-related matters and advises on breaches of confidentiality and restrictive covenants.
Louise puts you at ease. I feel totally confident in Louise's ability to assist in any situation with absolute integrity.
Louise is an excellent lawyer and is very efficient in how she approaches a claim.
Louise is consistently committed to achieving the best outcome for the client and brings a warmth and energy which makes it easier to build a collaborative partnership when it matters.
Louise makes a point to understand the high-level business model at the start of a case.
Michael Kerrigan acts for both employers and employees in a range of sectors. He is experienced in representing clients in claims of unfair dismissal, age discrimination and victimisation, among others.
He is helpful, efficient, fully transparent and friendly - all that we need when dealing with tribunal claims.
Michael's knowledge is extensive and he is my first option on employment matters. He balances professionalism with a kind nature and approach to sensitive assignments.
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