Employment

Home to a solid team of employment law specialists, Themis Advocates acts for both employers and employees in a range of complex disputes. The advocates are frequently called upon in discrimination matters, including unfair dismissal and disability claims. A client comments: "The advocates we instruct are all experts in their fields."

The practice manager is Kiera Johnston.

"The clerks are very responsive and helpful. They go above and beyond to make sure they can assist you."

Brian Napier KC is widely recognised asthe pre-eminent member of the Employment Bar in Scotland, with additional experience acting in courts across England. He operates a wide employment law practice, with particular strength in discrimination matters. Napier is a well-known advocate, from the Employment Tribunal to the Supreme Court. "Brian is a pre-eminent employment silk." "Brian is an outstanding advocate who is willing to go the extra mile to support the instructing solicitor as well as the client." "Brian is an excellent litigator and the one we go to for matters of great significance. His knowledge is unrivalled."

David James leverages his experience as a solicitor in his burgeoning employment practice. He regularly appears in the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal. "David is an excellent junior advocate with strong advocacy skills." "David's attention to detail is amazing. He makes you feel like you are the only instructing agent and demonstrates that he has really engaged with the case." "David is an excellent litigator who presents complex legal knowledge in a practical and commercial way. He is always meticulous in his preparation and has innovative ways of looking at cases."