Employment: Employer - London (Firms)
What the team is known for
Norton Rose Fulbright LLP regularly advises large corporates from the technology, transport and energy sectors on a wide range of employment issues. The firm has significant experience handling contentious matters, with notable work on whistle-blowing and discrimination claims. The firm's recent work has included advising on large-scale redundancies and issues relating to outsourcing.
Strengths
"The advice provided is always sound and pragmatic and the service is extremely responsive. They have a very deep bench, and we always feel well looked after."
"The advice is always given with awareness of the current business environment. They provide always excellent and pragmatic advice."
"They are practical, commercial and sensible."
Work highlights
Norton Rose Fulbright advised Kerry Group on the sale of its consumer foods' meats and meals business in the UK and Ireland to Pilgrim's Pride Corporation.
Notable practitioners
Paul Griffin is head of Norton Rose Fulbright's London employment team. He demonstrates expertise across a range of issues and is regularly sought out to advise on international employment projects. He is experienced assisting employers in the financial services and technology sectors. "He is incredibly responsive, knowledgeable and pragmatic. We rely heavily on the advice from Paul and his excellent team." "Paul has clear knowledge of the law. He is calm, unflappable and can sense and anticipate the needs of a client."
Catrina Smith offers a wealth of experience advising on employment law and frequently handles matters that include a significant international component. Her expertise includes TUPE, whistle-blowing and discrimination claims.