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Simon Robinson

Simon Robinson

UK 2026

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About

Provided by Robinson Ralph

UK

Practice Areas

Simon’s practice focuses on employer-side workplace matters, where he offers strategic guidance and representation to businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to large national and multinational corporations.

Simon has a particular interest and expertise in handling employment tribunals for employers, representing clients in a wide range of cases, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, and whistleblowing claims. Known for his practical and commercial approach, he ensures that his clients receive clear and effective advice tailored to their specific business needs.

Simon is also dedicated to helping employers create positive and compliant workplace environments. He frequently conducts training sessions on managing workplace disputes and compliance with employment law. Simon’s reputation as a trusted advisor has made him a go-to resource for clients looking for a pragmatic and results-driven employment law expert.

Simon has advised on complex restructuring and redundancy processes, as well as employee relations strategies, ensuring that his clients are well-prepared to manage workforce changes while minimising legal risk. His client-focused approach and deep knowledge of employment law make him a highly respected figure in the industry.

Career

Simon qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and has been practicing employment law for over 25 years. He gained extensive experience working at both local and national firms before co-founding Robinson Ralph in 2018.

Personal

When he’s not working, as a lifelong Manchester United supporter, Simon can usually be found either at Old Trafford with his son or being forced to listen to Taylor Swift by his daughter — and occasionally both in the same day.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Employment - Yorkshire: South and West

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Simon Robinson is director and co-founder of Robinson Ralph in Leeds. He advises employers on a wide range of matters including large-scale redundancies, settlement agreements and workplace investigations.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Simon is very much client-focused. His ability to dissect a claim and identify the key and most relevant aspects gives us confidence in our approach to defending a claim.

    EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Simon has really strong commercial awareness. He will always look through the lens of our business and provide really practical options and solutions.

    EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Simon is fantastic - very practical and very sound advice wrapped up in a very personable, credible and humorous package!

    EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Simon goes out of his way to make himself available as required. He is highly knowledgeable and gives several pragmatic options.

    EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Simon is highly experienced and detail-oriented, with a strong commercial sense. His pragmatic approach and excellent communication sets him apart.

    EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Robinson Ralph (2)

Yorkshire: South and West

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