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Stewarts

Employment: Senior Executive

UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)


Stewarts

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We are a leading employment law team, top ranked by a leading legal directory.

We have an outstanding reputation in the financial and professional services sectors. Our partners are recognised for their cutting-edge work for senior executives and their “excellent knowledge of how the City works”.

Our lawyers have particular expertise advising on individual and team moves, whistleblowing, and discrimination claims. Where required, we are supported by experts in our Commercial Litigation team. 

Our advice goes beyond legal analysis to address the wider practical, commercial and strategic issues, ensuring our clients achieve the best possible outcome.

We advise individuals and businesses on a full range of employment, partnership, LLP and shareholder issues.

Chambers Review

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Employment: Senior Executive - London (Firms)

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

The lawyers at Stewarts are experienced in handling exit negotiations and contentious dismissal claims for a range of senior executives. They have particular expertise in cases involving financial institutions and city law firms.

Work Highlights

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  • Stewarts advised a senior executive from a private equity fund in regards to the client's sex discrimination claim.

Strengths

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  • The team at Stewarts are compassionate, empathetic and responsive.

    Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
  • They are straight talking, offer clear advice and have good strategy.

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  • The team at Stewarts offer a highly personalised and engaged approach to matters. The level of knowledge and skill felt unmatched.

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  • Stewarts were responsive and quick in the process, were easily able to accommodate the times I wanted to speak with them. I really appreciated the balance of advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Charlie Thompson
    Band 4Charlie Thompson

    Charlie Thompson

    Charlie Thompson of Stewarts focuses his practice on advising senior executives on remuneration, exits and team moves. He is also experienced in handling issues involving mental health in the workplace.
    • Charlie was extremely knowledgeable and understanding of my situation.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • Charlie is a highly skilled employment dispute partner, and provides a considered and practical approach when considering the best strategy to pursue.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • Charlie goes to bat for his clients to try and do the best he can for him, he leaves no stone unturned and he's also a really good negotiator.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • Charlie is clever, meticulous and unflappable.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
  • Band 4Joseph Lappin
    Band 4Joseph Lappin

    Joseph Lappin

    Head of employment at Stewarts, Joseph Lappin is well respected for his handling of senior exits. He has advised clients in connection with restrictive covenants, as well as complex remuneration schemes.
    • Joseph Lappin is, without question, someone you want in your corner when facing employment matters.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • I appreciated how Joseph adapted his advice to my level of understanding of the process.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • Joseph was always three steps ahead of the other party and his experience and expertise proved invaluable in delivering a successful outcome.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK
    • Joseph is impressive. He is a brilliant lawyer and an ingenious strategist with superb client management skills. He is a real pleasure to work with.

      Employment: Senior Executive respondentUK

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