Employment
At IMD Solicitors, our business employment solicitors deliver practical, commercially focused advice to help businesses manage workplace disputes, ensure compliance, and protect their reputation with confidence.
IMD Employer Protect
We know that your people are your firm’s most valuable asset but managing them can be costly, time consuming, complicated and often distracting – all of which can have a huge impact on the success of your firm. Therefore, employer protection is crucial to safeguard these resources and ensure smooth operations.
Employment law brings complexities that require an experienced lawyer on your side to provide you with the best legal advice and result. You can rely on us.
IMD Employer Protection
We can assist you with resolving specific employment issue or you may consider taking benefit of our fixed costs dedicated IMD Employer Protect service.
Our IMD Employer Protect service comprises of four core components that have been designed to offer seamless financial and business continuity protection:
- The Audit (‘health check’) – your current employment and HR practices and policies will be reviewed, so we can understand your business and bring you up to speed with the latest legislation and achieve compliance with the legal requirements.
- Expert advice (ongoing support and dialogue) – direct access to unlimited advice from regulated and qualified employment law solicitors who know and understand your business needs. It gives you the freedom to contact a lawyer without worrying about how much it is going to cost. We always provide bespoke and personal service, meaning that you don’t have to deal with random and impersonal call centre advisors. We ensure that the employment matter is properly handled from the outset, but also that you are fully insured when you follow our advice.
- Insurance policy (financial security) – we are fully authorised to manage claims. Our policy fits seamlessly with our services and will pay the legal costs of an employment dispute as well as covering settlements and the cost of awards. This radically minimises exposure to unexpected financial loss and will often result in huge savings for the business. The insurance policy will be tailored to your needs and prepared by an insurance broker.
- Easy to use HR software – Our new HR software comprises all the online tools your business needs to effectively manage HR and significantly reduce the internal time your staff spend on HR admin. Ditch the spreadsheets and manage every aspect of HR at the touch of a button (and on the move from your mobile). Key HR software features include:
- Approve and monitor holiday
- Record working time and calculate wages
- Allocate time and staff expenses to clients/projects/activities
- Store and access your employee data at the touch of a button
- Manage appraisals and motivate employees
- Manage from your mobile
- Send a text message or email to your whole team
- Never miss a key date again with our handy reminders
- Quickly access key information and gain insight from our Reports
You can watch our demo video below or contact us on 0345 307 3856 to arrange your personal demonstration of the software.
Why Choose Us?
We understand that there are a number of options available to you in the employment and HR services market, but we strongly believe that our IMD Employer Protect service is the best option for your business.
Saving you time and money over the long term is not the only benefit:
- Financial Certainty
Fixed employment law costs with no unexpected pay-outs. Legal costs and employee compensation are covered when our advice is followed. - Cash Flow Friendly
Spread the cost of insurance and employment law services through convenient monthly instalments. - Unlimited Advice
Unlimited access to legal advice, allowing you to contact a solicitor without cost concerns. - Personal
No call centres. A dedicated lawyer who understands your business is always just a phone call away. - Bespoke
Tailored support from day one, with advice aligned to your specific commercial circumstances. - Flexible
Choose pricing and insurance cover to suit your needs, with no unfair or long-term contractual commitments. - Our Commitment to Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do and work with top lawyers to maintain the highest standards. - Multicultural Team
A diverse team of experts proudly supporting European businesses across cultures. - Regulated Advice
Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority to ensure high-quality, client-focused advice. - Confidential
All client communications are legally privileged and strictly confidential.
Our Services
Whether you chose to instruct us to deal with specific employment law issue or take benefit of our dedicated IMD Employer Protect service, we can provide a wide range of services to include representing your business at employment tribunals. Below are just some of the areas that our employment team can assist you with:
- Employment contracts and policies
- Directors service agreements
- Employing or dismissing employees
- Health and safety at work issues
- Disciplinary or performance related proceedings
- Discrimination issues (race, sex, age, disability, religion or belief)
- Redundancies & business restructuring
- Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE) and employment issues arising from mergers and acquisitions
- Post termination restrictions and injunctions
- Employment Tribunals representation
- Settlement agreements (previously known as Compromise Agreements)
We combine a friendly and professional approach so that we can deliver quality legal services to meet your needs. Get in touch today to speak with one of our multi-cultural employment law experts.
Our Fees
Whenever possible, if we are able to predict the number of hours of work required to achieve the desired outcome for you, we can offer an agreed fee for our service. If we are unable to offer a fixed fee, we will provide you with the estimate and we will regularly update you with regards to the costs, so you are never surprised with the final bill.
With this in mind, we can promise you that:
- We will be open and transparent about our fees and, where fixed fees are not applicable, we will ensure that you receive an estimate on the likely cost of your case at the very outset;
- If there is a need for us to incur any additional costs, we will contact you before we do and will explain our reasons why; and
- We promise that any invoices that we send to you will be clear, set out a description of the work done and the amount charged.
Please contact us directly, if you wish to enquire about pricing of the full range of our services, including:
- Drafting contracts of employment and advising in respect of its terms;
- Drafting employee handbooks and company policies and advising in respect of its terms;
- Advising in respect of disciplinary and grievance procedures;
- Representation in the Employment Tribunal; and
- Drafting or advising in respect of compromise (settlement) agreements.
Key People
We have a team of experts ready to assist you with all aspects of employment law. You can contact us using the contact details below or you can get in touch directly with one of the members of our employment team:
- Marcin Durlak, Managing Partner, Head of Employment
- Mateusz Bratko, Consultant Solicitor
- Alicja Bielawska, Solicitor
Employment law news and knowledge database
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For an initial consultation, call our employment solicitors on 0330 107 0106 or request a free call back.
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IMD Corporate – the right lawyers for your business
As a full-service law firm, our commercial lawyers are passionate about reducing the risk of commercial disputes through specialist contracts that are sector and industry-specific and fit for the jurisdictions in which your business operates.
No company, whether a start-up, SME or multi-national, can avoid all business disputes. That is where our dispute resolution solicitors step in to react quickly at the first sign of a claim or jurisdictional dispute. With our legal expertise, combined with a pragmatic commercial focus, we can work with you to find the best solution to your problems
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Employment Immigration
When it comes to hiring workers from outside the UK, immigration and employment laws go hand in hand. We are experts in both.
Whether you are an international company expanding to the UK, a UK business looking to hire global talent, or an entrepreneur seeking to establish your presence here, getting the immigration and employment requirements is essential.
Our employment costs
Whenever possible, if we are able to predict the number of hours of work required to achieve the desired outcome for you, we can offer a fixed fee for our service. If we are unable to offer a fixed fee, we will provide you with the estimate and we will regularly update you with regards to the costs, so you are never surprised with the final bill.
International employment
We are experienced international employment lawyers advising on cross-border, global compliance, contracts and immigration.
IMD employer protect
We know that your people are your firm’s most valuable asset but managing them can be costly, time consuming, complicated and often distracting – all of which can have a huge impact on the success of your firm. Therefore, employer protection is crucial to safeguard these resources and ensure smooth operations.
Employment law brings complexities that require an experienced lawyer on your side to provide you with the best legal advice and result. You can rely on us.
List of notable employment cases
- Carrying out an employment law audit and implementing recommendations, including drafting employees handbook and relevant HR policies.
- Advising on and drafting bespoke Directors ‘ service agreements and employment contracts tailored to the Client’s needs and ensuring the protection of the business.
- Advising on redundancy process and dealing with the entire process on Client’s behalf, including drafting all relevant documents and correspondence.
- Advising on IR35 legislation where there was a doubt over the status of a member or staff for tax purposes. Drafting relevant agreement and documentation.
- Advising on disciplinary issues and dealing with the entire process leading to the employee’s dismissal ensuring that the law and procedure is complied with to minimise the risk of any future claim.
- Enforcing post employment restrictive covenants, where former employee was acting in breach of them by poaching the customers.
- Defending various claims made by an employee in the Employment Tribunal and trying to ensure that the best commercial result is achieved for the Client.
- Regularly acting for one of the biggest ceramic tiles manufacturer in Europe. Assisting with both contentious and non-contentious cases, including commercial, employment, GDPR compliance, debt recovery and corporate matters.
- Regularly acting for a group of companies dealing with medical equipment manufacturing and worldwide distribution. Assisting with both contentious and non-contentious cases ranging from commercial and employment to GDPR compliance.
- Drafting employment contracts and consultancy agreements for an innovative production company creating commercials and music videos with offices in New York, London and Warsaw.
- Carrying out an audit to ensure compliance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act. Drafting and amending relevant contractual documents and policies.
Why choose us?
The bonus is that it is not just your employment law requirements that we can help with, but your wider commercial and corporate needs too. For example, we can:
- advise you on company formation and corporate governance and compliance matters;
- help you achieve listed status on the London Stock Exchange through a public offering;
- draft the standard terms and conditions on which you are prepared to trade;
- negotiate bespoke and high value commercial contracts;
- support you in expanding your business through a merger or acquisition or via the appointment of an agent or distributor or the creation of a franchise; and
- assist in the resolution of commercial disputes arising in the UK or elsewhere within Europe
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Why us?
Why Choose IMD Corporate?
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Why Choose IMD Corporate?
Our team is adept at handling intricate cases involving international elements, such as division of assets across borders, child abduction and child relocation. This makes us particularly suited for individuals with international family or business ties.
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Award-Winning Legal Excellence
We are proud recipients of multiple national awards, a testament to our commitment to legal excellence. Our awards reflect our high standards and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. You can check the list of our awards by clicking here.
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Outstanding Client Testimonials
Our clients’ satisfaction speaks volumes about our services. We invite you to read the glowing testimonials on ReviewSolicitors, which showcase our ability to exceed client expectations.
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Proven Track Record in Complex Cases
Our firm has a proven track record of successfully handling complex legal cases, particularly those involving cross-border elements. Our expertise is especially beneficial for individuals seeking sophisticated legal solutions.
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Deep Cultural Understanding
At IMD Corporate, we recognise the significance of cultural nuances in legal matters. Our team, with its diverse cultural backgrounds, is uniquely positioned to understand and empathetically address the specific needs of clients from various international communities.
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Personalised and Compassionate Approach
We believe in a client-centric approach, offering personalised and compassionate legal advice. Understanding that each case is unique, we tailor our strategies to suit individual client needs.
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Comprehensive Legal Services
Beyond family law, we offer a wide range of legal services, making us a one-stop solution for all your legal needs, whether personal or business-related.
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Commitment to Client Communication
We believe in empowering our clients with knowledge. Our team ensures that you are well informed about the legal processes and your options, enabling you to make educated decisions.
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Comprehensive Legal Services
Our extensive network of international legal and professional contacts allows us to efficiently handle cases that span multiple jurisdictions, providing a seamless legal experience for our clients.
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High Ethical Standards
As a reputable law firm, we adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, integrity, and professionalism in all our dealings.
