Employment

David Stephenson is an expert in all manner of discrimination claims, with impressive knowledge of the wider aspects of employment law, including holiday pay and victimisation. He has a strong focus on claimant work but is also instructed by employers. In his recent work he has addressed the topical issue of worker status within the 'gig economy'.

"David is a very reassuring counsel and clients really feel safe with him. He really knows his way around a discrimination case. I trust him with very complex matters and written work is excellent."

"He is very calm, is a great advocate and clients really like him."

"I've been impressed with his attention to detail, the depth of his knowledge of discrimination law and the way he is able to navigate around the facts to bring the legal issues into focus."

Kate Annand is an employment-focused barrister who is recommended for the skilful analysis and dedicated client care she provides in complex cases. She has a particularly strong track record of acting for female claimants in cases of discrimination and unfair dismissal.

"Kate is just a dream to work with - there is nothing more to say!"

"Kate Annand is an outstanding barrister."

"Kate always provides clients with excellent service and is very commercially aware. Kate is always our go-to and never ceases to amaze."

Louise Mankau focuses her employment practice on discrimination law, where she is adept at handling matters at first instance and appeal. She regularly receives instructions regarding whistle-blowing and unfair dismissal.

"Louise is a very clever barrister who always goes above and beyond the call of duty."

"Louise works brilliantly with clients and has excellent preparation and advocacy skills."

"Louise has it all. Her client care skills are second to none, she is thoroughly pleasant to work with and judges, opponents and clients love her. She understands commercial realities as well."

"She has extremely good technical knowledge."

Beth Grossman is a respected junior barrister developing a notable employment practice specialising in discrimination, harassment and unfair dismissal claims.

"Beth is a really capable junior. She is helpful and gets the job done and punches above her weight."

"Beth is exceptionally bright. She is a great technical lawyer and is never afraid to advance her case."

Mukhtiar Singh's notable practice makes him a strong choice of counsel for both employers and employees. He is especially adept at handling discrimination and whistle-blowing matters.

"Mukhtiar Singh impresses with his depth of knowledge and his powerful advocacy."

"Mukhtiar is brilliant at drafting."

"Mukhtiar is my go-to barrister. He never lets you down."

Nicholas Toms is significantly experienced in representing claimants in multiple areas of employment law. He is particularly sought out for his knowledge of discrimination, reasonable adjustments and trade union recognition.

"He is a true employment specialist."

"He is a tenacious advocate who sticks to his guns. He has a good manner with clients and is straightforward to deal with."

Margherita Cornaglia acts for claimants and respondents in equality-based employment disputes, often involving additional complexity such as state immunity issues.

"Margherita is exceptionally knowledgeable and very technically able."

"She is a total pleasure to work with."