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Employment law for individuals

The Mishcon de Reya Employment team is one of the largest in London, with over seventy lawyers exclusively practising employment law. Our size and breadth of experience mean that we can quickly mobilise the right team for any matter, and together with our bases in the Middle East and Asia, we provide a global service.

We advise organisations, founders, board members and senior executives across all sectors on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious employment and remuneration issues. Acting for both businesses and individuals gives us a unique perspective on the legal, commercial and reputational considerations that arise in complex employment matters, enabling us to deliver strategic and pragmatic advice in the most challenging situations.

We are one of just two firms to achieve Band 1 status in Chambers and Partners for Employers, Senior Executives and Employment High Court work; and Tier 1 status in Legal 500 for Employers and Senior Executives.

We regularly advise on market-sensitive appointments and exits, boardroom disputes, workplace investigations, discrimination and whistleblowing claims, team moves, restrictive covenant disputes, incentive arrangements and regulatory proceedings. We are proud to represent senior leaders from FTSE 100 companies, financial institutions, private equity houses, professional services firms and other high-profile organisations.

How our employment lawyers can help you

Connecting and upskilling clients

Employment law training for managers

Power and responsibility: Back to basics

Employment law is constantly changing, and it can be hard for employers - and particularly managers - to keep up.  This half-day intensive training course aims to provide you with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of employment law when it comes to managing staff.

HR foundations

The HR Foundations programme is designed to equip individuals at the start of their HR careers with a thorough understanding of employment law essentials throughout the employment life cycle.

Buildings in London — The multigenerational workforce: Challenges, opportunities and actions for Boards
This short practical briefing provides the top tips on managing the challenges of multigenerational workforces.

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Our dedicated hub provides ongoing Employment Rights Act updates and insights.

Agents of Change: The General Counsel role in creating culture and blueprints for leadership white paper
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The team took the time to research my situation so that I did not need to answer the same questions repeatedly. I was greatly impressed by this - it is all too lacking in business.
Legal 500, 2025

The personal service that I received provided me with great confidence during a particularly difficult time. I was aware that the team were available to me if I had any questions.
Legal 500, 2025

They are experts in the field and specialism and have been a great resource for me personally and professionally.
Legal 500, 2025

Highly experienced, professional and friendly law firm. Mishcon are quick to respond to enquiries, get to the heart of the matter and issue promptly, and provide full support, counsel and guidance throughout.
Legal 500, 2025

The team are all very smart and engaged. They think strategically, and really add value.
Legal 500, 2025

Great team - the people are always well briefed, follow up and availability are high, very transparent on billing and they have a positive attitude and are ready to receive feedback.
Legal 500, 2025

Our Mishcon representatives' complete strategic clarity and confidence was very reassuring.
Legal 500, 2025

My business partner and I felt absolute confidence in our representatives. While our exit negotiations from our business were completely new to us, it was clear that this was a very well-trodden path for our very experienced representatives.
Legal 500, 2025

My experience of Mishcon was that they are naturally very au fait with the legal specifics of contract negotiations, but they were also highly attuned to the commercial aspects of our negotiation.
Legal 500, 2025

This was a very powerful combination, which led to an excellent outcome in a very adversarial and stressful process.
Legal 500, 2025

Their experience in the market is a real asset.
Chambers and Partners, 2024

The breadth of expertise at Mishcon means they can advise across a range of employment issues. They are especially helpful for advising on potentially contentious employment matters which are often time-sensitive.
Chambers and Partners, 2024

Mishcon de Reya have an exceptional and nuanced understanding of the industry. The service levels and responsiveness are exceptional, always being available across UK and international time zones.
Chambers and Partners, 2024

Mishcon de Reya’s vast array of expertise enabled the team to draw upon other partners for advice which enabled quick decisions to be made with outstanding legal support. I could not have asked for better legal support if I tried!
Legal 500, 2024

This team is friendly, professional and responsive. They make their clients feel valued and taken care of. I particularly noticed the personal service they were able to offer.
Legal 500, 2023

I believe that the uniqueness of Mishcon de Reya lies in the fact that they recognise that each client’s case is unique to him/her and they give significant attention to every matter.
Legal 500, 2023

Commercial advice that is delivered in a swift, considered and pro-active way. They are available, efficient, practical, enthusiastic, direct and jargon free.
Legal 500, 2021

Individuals have been exceptional at delving into the details of specific and personal circumstances and often offering counsel or strategic advice that goes well beyond the routine role of the solicitor.
Legal 500, 2021

The team has a first-rate balance of the different skills and experience required. Few other firms can boast the same assured, coherent, accurate, practical and action-oriented approach.
Legal 500, 2021

Always a pleasure to work with. Timely responses, totally professional attitudes and technical expertise are hallmarks of their service. We have worked with the team for many years, and never experienced anything other than excellent responses from them.
Legal 500, 2021

The lawyers are great; Mishcon de Reya fight to the ends of the earth for their clients.
Chambers and Partners, 2021

Clients appreciate that the solicitors are intellectually curious and highly pragmatic; they're excellent.
Chambers and Partners, 2021

One of the best employment law teams in the UK; they are miles ahead.
Chambers and Partners, 2021

Well-disposed to handle resolution of significant employer/team move matters.
Legal 500, 2023

A formidable firm, with unrivalled abilities in this area of law. They have strength at every level of seniority and know the law back to front. They are also fearless representatives and very creative thinkers. They are a pleasure to work with.
Legal 500, 2023

Mishcon has talented individuals and have experts in all aspects of corporate and commercial law.
Legal 500 2023

I believe that the uniqueness of Mishcon de Reya lies in the fact that they recognise that each client’s case is unique to him/her and they give significant attention to every matter.
Legal 500 2023

Very smart, decent people, highly experienced, very client-focused
Legal 500 2023

A lot of expertise acting for schools, parents and associated stakeholders. Understands governance and the regulatory environment.
Legal 500 2023

Their down to earth and practical approach makes clients feel as if their case matters to the team and that they are not just one client amongst many.
Legal 500 2023

This team is friendly, professional and responsive. They make their clients feel valued and taken care of. I particularly noticed the personal service they were able to offer.
Legal 500 2023

Mishcon de Reya’s vast array of expertise enabled the team to draw upon other partners for advice which enabled quick decisions to be made with outstanding legal support. I could not have asked for better legal support if I tried!
Legal 500 2023