Employment
London (Bar)
6 years ranked
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Adam Ohringer is an employment specialist, who still maintains a broader civil law practice. He represents claimants, respondents and union clients at all levels.
In addition to his work in the Employment Tribunals, Adam is regularly involved in employment-related litigation in the High Court, representing claimants and defendants in high value claims for breach of contract or restrictive covenants.
He also advises and represents professionals who are involved in disciplinary proceedings with their employer and/or professional regulatory body.
Mediation - Adam is a trained mediator.
Recent cases include:
Milroy v MoD (4103202/2020) - Army Reservists are part-time workers comparable to Regulars, entitled to equality in pay/pensions;
Mogane v Bradford Teaching Hospital [2023] IRLR 44 - Redundancy consultation;
Phelan v Richardson Rogers Ltd [2021] ICR 1164 – Correct legal principles when considering postponement on grounds of ill-health;
Crew Employment Services Camelot v Gould (UKEAT/0330/19) – Territorial jurisdiction over employment claims brought by captain of a ‘super yacht’;
Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd v Kocur [2020] ICR 1541 – Application of the Agency Worker Regulations 2010;
Dewhurst v Revisecatch t/a Ecourier (UKET/2201909/2018) – Landmark judgment confirming that ‘limb (b) workers’ are protected under TUPE;
GMC v Michalak [2017] ICR 49 - Supreme Court - The correct jurisdiction for complaints of discrimination against qualification bodies;
Mohamud v WM Morrison Supermarkets [2016] AC 677- Supreme Court - Vicarious liability for assault of a customer;
The Manchester College v Hazel & Huggins [2014] IRLR 392 - CoA - On ETO defences under TUPE.
ELA,
ILS,
ELBA.
Provided by Chambers
Adam Ohringer possesses notable experience of issues including worker status and difficult questions on potentially conflicting provisions in the Equality Act 2010. He is also a strong choice for everything from TUPE cases to whistle-blowing claims.
Provided by Chambers
Adam Ohringer is excellent on his feet and an effective advocate. He has great client care skills.
Clients find him a trusted adviser and a safe pair of hands. He is clear and concise.
Adam Ohringer is an excellent advocate and very responsive.
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