LAWYER PROFILE

Matthew Leake

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

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Employment: Employer: Industrial Relations - London (Firms)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Matthew Leake is head of the national specialist employment law and labour relations team at Kennedys. He is noted for his deep knowledge of employment for both public and private sector clients. In the transport sector he is particularly known for his industrial relations practice, while his wider capabilities extend to TUPE transfers and claims of discrimination and whistle-blowing.

Employment: Employer - London (Firms)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial
Matthew Leake is head of the national specialist employment law and labour relations team at Kennedys. He is noted for his deep knowledge of employment for both public and private sector clients. In the transport sector he is particularly known for his industrial relations practice, while his wider capabilities extend to TUPE transfers and claims of discrimination and whistle-blowing.

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  • Matthew provides a great legal service to my team. He understands the complexities of the industry and clearly sets out our options.

    Employment: Employer: Industrial RelationsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Matthew Leake combines excellent knowledge with a moderate and human approach, and his handling of clients was always commercially astute.

    Employment: Employer: Industrial RelationsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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