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Pensions - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Lydia Seymour is recommended for her specialisation in the pension and employment crossover, but is additionally well versed in pure pension disputes. She frequently acts for the Pensions Regulator, employers, trade unions and individuals. She handles rectification, trustee matters and de-risking, among other issues.
Strengths
Lydia is very strong technically and she is very good on her feet.
Lydia's advocacy skills were outstanding, her cross-examination was first class and she was incredibly well prepared.
Lydia is really good. She gets into the detail and can explain herself very clearly. She is very confident during client engagement.
Employment - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Lydia Seymour is a talented employment specialist barrister who is experienced in high-profile cases taking in discrimination, whistle-blowing and other issues.
Strengths
Lydia fully understands the interaction between employment and pension issues. She demonstrates great technical ability and is able to explain incredibly complicated legal issues.
Lydia is my first choice for EAT claims.