About

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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)

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

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

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Charlie Thompson
4
Charlie Thompson
4
Band 4
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.

Charlie is a highly skilled employment dispute partner, and provides a considered and practical approach when considering the best strategy to pursue.

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.

Charlie is clever, meticulous and unflappable.

Joseph Lappin
4
Joseph Lappin
4
Band 4
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.

I appreciated how Joseph adapted his advice to my level of understanding of the process.

Joseph was always three steps ahead of the other party and his experience and expertise proved invaluable in delivering a successful outcome.

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.

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Employment: Senior Executive

Charlie Thompson
4
Charlie Thompson
4
Band 4
Joseph Lappin
4
Joseph Lappin
4
Band 4

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