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Hugh James

Employment

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Provided by Hugh James

The Hugh James employment and HR legal specialists work in partnership with clients to offer pragmatic solutions, minimise risk and help maximise human capital.

We adopt an innovative approach to employment law as we understand that advising about employment means going much further than just understanding the law. We take time to understand the bigger picture – the regulatory context, the internal ramifications and the sensitivities so that we can deliver effective legal solutions that work for you.

The team provides a comprehensive range of services in dealing with professional and operational HR issues and handles a variety of employment law work. We deliver high quality services that make a real difference to businesses.

Chambers Review

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Employment - Wales

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Hugh James is well regarded within the market for its work for clients in social housing, public sector organisations and also corporate employers. The firm excels with regard to litigation, TUPE matters, equal pay, data protection and general HR issues. The team offers clients extensive and ongoing in-house training in employment law.
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Work Highlights

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  • Hugh James advised Danish-headquartered Rockwool on the employment aspects of its acquisition of Wetherby Building Systems.

Strengths

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  • They are very quick to respond, and the level of service received has been excellent.

    Employment respondentUK

  • We have dealt with a very complex matter and have received excellent support, guidance and advice.

    Employment respondentUK

  • There hasn't been a time where Hugh James has failed to provide excellent advice and support.

    Employment respondentUK

  • What clearly distinguishes them is their ability to communicate complex legal issues in layman's terms and identify the best course of action.

    Employment respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Louise Price
    Louise Price

    Louise Price

    Louise Price is an experienced lawyer who serves as the head of the employment and HR services team at Hugh James. She specialises in corporate support and TUPE matters, in addition to offering expertise in pensions and employee benefits.

    • Louise provides great levels of communication with a preparedness to listen and then give the appropriate level of advice on complex issues.

      Employment respondentUK

    • Louise is excellent and very knowledgeable.

      Employment respondentUK

    • Louise is a strong legal professional who gives sound and empathetic advice and guidance, plus confidence in actions.

      Employment respondentUK
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  • Rhiannon Dale
    Rhiannon Dale

    Rhiannon Dale

    Rhiannon Dale is highly sought after for her comprehensive employment advice and expertise in employment tribunals. She provides HR and corporate support, as well as disciplinary and long-term absence assistance.

    • Rhiannon is excellent - knowledgeable, focused on solutions and very practical.

      Employment respondentUK

    • Rhiannon provides great levels of service and is always commercially aware, keeping on track and focusing on what really needs to be achieved.

      Employment respondentUK
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