UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley
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Mills & Reeve's Oxford offering serves clients in the Thames Valley and nationally. The firm have a broad client base with a particular focus on the higher education, technology and charity sectors. The lawyers advise clients on a full spectrum of employment law matters, including HR issues, redundancy advice, senior exits and contentious work.
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Mills & Reeve advised King's College London on HR matters, including a student disciplinary issue and multiple employment tribunal claims, alongside high-level advice working closely with the university's in-house team.
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They deal really well with the specifics of employment in a university context.
The experience shines through as matters are being discussed.
The service level compared to others in Oxford is unbeatable.
They give excellent consideration to the full scope of the issue with thoughtful guidance.
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William Downing maintains a broad employment practice that encompasses restrictive covenants and TUPE transfers, as well as deep experience in contentious work. He has strong expertise in advising on GDPR concerns and a range of HR issues.
He's authoritative, receptive and very pragmatic. He and Mills & Reeve are one of my go-tos for matters I want to be handled in a commercial and sensible way.
William balances legal advice with practical aspects and strong industry knowledge.
Excellent all round. His knowledge is second to none.
William has an acute understanding of our business and industry, and offers clear, commercial advice on each and every occasion.
Employment
UK 2026
Practice area: Employment
Location: Yorkshire: South and West
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