Richard Port

Employment Law

Richard Port is a highly respected employment law specialist known for his calm authority, strategic insight and ability to inspire confidence and strike meaningful rapport with clients at board level. He is instructed by employers and senior executives navigating sensitive reputational matters, including high-profile whistleblowing and discrimination claims in the Employment Tribunal.

A skilled negotiator, Richard regularly secures successful outcomes in complex disputes, often resolving issues before litigation becomes necessary. He advises on the negotiation of appointments, post-termination restrictions, TUPE transfers, executive severance packages, disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of misconduct, and litigation involving sensitive issues such as sexual harassment, race and disability discrimination and whistleblowing.

Richard’s clients include listed companies as well as board-level individuals from household-name businesses and regulated sectors. He is recognised for his ability to blend legal precision with commercial judgement, making him a valued adviser to Boards and executive teams.

Boardside Law, the firm he founded, specialises in employment law, business immigration matters, corporate governance and commercial matters, priding itself on an ability to apply in-depth technical knowledge to the competitive needs of a business.