Olivia-Faith Dobbie

Practice Areas

employment, human rights, discrimination, internal processes

Career

Olivia-Faith Dobbie is an employment law expert, with extensive experience of a broad range of employment disputes. She has appeared at all levels, including two appearances in the Supreme Court, as well as having acted in a case that went to the European Court of Human Rights. Olivia was appointed as a part-time Employment Judge in 2020. She has a strong court presence, is an impressive cross-examiner and is renowned for her commercial acumen, intellect and interpersonal skills.

Olivia has a particularly strong reputation for discrimination, holiday pay, employment status, equal pay, group claims and whistleblowing. Due to her expertise in discrimination law, she acts in discrimination claims in the county court in the areas of Goods & Services, Education and Associations.

She is highly sought after for her wealth of experience in undertaking internal processes, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary matters and appeals for a wide range of clients (from universities to housing associations to start-ups) in respect of a variety matters including allegations of serious sexual assault. As an investigator, she knows how to put witnesses at ease and explore matters thoroughly, inquisitorially, but sensitively.

Olivia has developed a prominent profile as a legal commentator. She has regularly advised BBC correspondents on their reporting of employment law issues and has appeared on live BBC radio and television (including the six and ten o'clock news) commenting on matters such as Brexit, holiday pay, the gig economy and breaking judgments.

Professional Memberships

ILS, ELA, DLA and ELBA