Department profile
Winston Taylor LLP

Employment

Global Guide 2026 : UK


Winston Taylor LLP

Rankings

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Employment - UK

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Winston Taylor advises large employers from the technology, financial services and life sciences sectors. The firm is adept at handling highly complex litigations in the Employment Tribunal. It also regularly advises clients on the employment aspects of corporate transactions. The team is adept at frequently handling matters involving multiple jurisdictions.

Work Highlights

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  • Winston Taylor advised B&B Hotels, a French based hotel chain, on UK employment law requirements.

Strengths

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  • Their responsiveness and ability to balance legal risk with business needs distinguishes Taylor Wessing from other firms.

    Employment respondentGlobal
  • Taylor Wessing and a number of its lawyers have demonstrated the knowledge, sensitivity, and ability to work with lawyers and clients of a wide array of industries.

    Employment respondentGlobal
  • The firm has a no-nonsense approach, are very accessible and easy to work with. They have a strong team with capabilities to handle all matters and we have no doubt they can handle any matter.

    Employment respondentGlobal
  • The firm offers technical expertise in different areas when needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Sean Nesbitt
    Band 3Sean Nesbitt

    Sean Nesbitt

    Head of the international employment, pensions and mobility offering at Taylor Wessing, Sean Nesbitt continues to advise international and domestic clients on a broad array of employment issues. He routinely represents employers in the financial, retail and professional services sectors.

    • His advice is always clear, timely, and tailored to the nuances of our business, which makes him a highly trusted adviser.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • Sean consistently demonstrates strong legal acumen and a practical, solution-oriented mindset.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • Sean is a terrific partner and helps us find innovative solutions to challenging scenarios.

      Employment respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Paul Callaghan
    Band 4Paul Callaghan

    Paul Callaghan

    Paul Callaghan heads Taylor Wessing's UK employment, pensions and mobility group. He demonstrates extensive expertise in handling international employment matters, both advisory and contentious.

    • He is incredibly dependable and understands the importance of being responsive.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • Paul is my go-to employment lawyer. He is simply amazing to work with. He understands business like no other. He is really a thought leader.

      Employment respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Helen Farr
    Band 5Helen Farr

    Helen Farr

    Helen Farr is a partner at Taylor Wessing who is praised by clients and peers for her employment knowledge, including for her noteworthy experience advising clients operating in regulated markets.
    • Helen Farr is responsive, clear in her communication, challenges thinking and proposes alternatives, and is commercial in her negotiation approach.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • She is very fast to respond and gives us clear advice.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • Helen's legal knowledge is of the highest standard, and her ability to navigate complex legal matters is impressive.

      Employment respondentGlobal
    • Helen consistently offers insightful advice tailored to the situation.

      Employment respondentGlobal

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