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Julian Allsop

Julian Allsop

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Employment

Western (Bar)

14 years ranked

Construction

Western (Bar)

8 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Julian Allsop combines legal expertise with practical solutions to help clients navigate challenging legal disputes.

Julian is a nationally-renowned barrister specializing in Employment & Discrimination law, with additional expertise in Business Protection & Injunctions. Consistently ranked Tier 1 in Chambers and Partners, Legal 500, and Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal), Julian is recognized for his pragmatic and authoritative approach to high-value, complex litigation. He represents a diverse client base, including private sector businesses, government departments, the NHS, police forces, and educational institutions.

In Employment & Discrimination law, Julian is expert in discrimination, whistleblowing, and unfair dismissal claims, frequently appearing in Employment Tribunals, the Employment Appeal Tribunal, and the High Court. He has contributed to leading legal publications, including Harvey on Industrial Relations and Employment Law and Tolleys Employment Law Service.

Julian also specializes in Business Protection & Injunctions work, advising on restrictive covenants, confidentiality, and shareholder disputes, often involving complex claims involving breaches of contract and misuse of confidential information.

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UK Bar

Employment - Western (Bar)

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Julian Allsop handles employment matters in both the courts and tribunals, predominantly acting for employers. He is known for his expertise in complex disability discrimination, pregnancy and maternity discrimination, and whistle-blowing litigation. He also works in director-level remuneration claims and restrictive covenants.

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Construction - Western (Bar)

Band 2
Individual Editorial

Julian Allsop of Guildhall Chambers is a well-regarded barrister who specialises in construction disputes, regularly advising on claims relating to defective works, delay, disruption and loss. He frequently advises on NEC3 contract issues. His clients include contractors, employers and other third parties working in the industry.

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Strengths

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  • He is very calm in a crisis and expertly guides us and clients through the process.

    EmploymentUK Bar

  • Julian is quite simply excellent.

    EmploymentUK Bar

  • Julian Allsop is very strong technically.

    EmploymentUK Bar

  • Julian Allsop is very trusted, reliable and a safe pair of hands.

    ConstructionUK Bar

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