Neil Searle
Global Guide 2024
Up and Coming : Employment
Up and Coming
About
Provided by Neil Searle
Practice Areas
Neil has extensive experience in various aspects of labour relations, employment, immigration and health and safety law. His particular focus is on employment litigation in the Labour Court, CCMA and bargaining councils and representing employers and managers in occupational health and safety inquiries.
Neil represents a wide variety of employers and senior executives in employment disputes. He provides strategic advice on the prosecution and settlement of such disputes. Neil advises clients on retrenchments and business transfers with a particular focus on achieving the client’s broader business objectives. He is sought by clients for his prompt, clear and cost-effective advice. In all matters, Neil aims to provide effective and innovative solutions to the challenges presented to local and international clients by South Africa’s unique labour regime.
Chambers Review
Global
Neil Searle enters the rankings in acknowledgement of his activity and recognition in the fields of employment and labour relations. Clients often call upon him for his experience in employment litigation, including unfair dismissal cases.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I love working with Neil Searle. He is knowledgeable and personable."
"Neil Searle is an incredible professional with exceptional knowledge. He has the ability to tell a client what they should know, not just what they want to hear."
"He offers sound business advice and is a very strong relationship builder."
"I love working with Neil Searle. He is knowledgeable and personable."
"Neil Searle is an incredible professional with exceptional knowledge. He has the ability to tell a client what they should know, not just what they want to hear."
"He offers sound business advice and is a very strong relationship builder."