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In lots of ways, the employment relationship is no different from any other relationship

When things are going well between employer and employee, they can work in harmony to their mutual benefit. The employer can reap the rewards of an employee who is motivated and in tune with the employer’s aims and purpose. The employee can want to get up in a morning and go to work, without stress or worry about what the working day ahead might have in store.

However, just as in any relationship, when things are not going so smoothly between employer and employee, an employment relationship can become toxic and a source of significant harm, both on an organisational level, but also on a personal level for all individuals concerned, on both sides.

A further complicating factor in an employment relationship, and probably the main difference between it and any other, is the law. Employment law in the UK is extensive, formed by a significant body of legislation and decades of evolved and evolving case law.

Given the complexity of employment law, and given the harm that can be caused if relations between employer and employee do not run smooth, it is inevitable that the parties to an employment relationship might need help from time to time. The team of specialist employment lawyers at Primas Law can provide that help, whatever the issue or problem might be.

Services for Employers

If you are an employer and would like to find out more about the range of services and support offered by our employment team, please click here:

Services for Employees

If you are an employee and would like to find out more about the range of services and support offered by our employment team, please click here:

Key Individuals

David Walton

Head of Employment

david.walton@primaslaw.co.uk

Danielle Ayres

Employment Law Partner

danielle.ayres@primaslaw.co.uk

Catherine Kerr

Employment Law Partner

catherine.kerr@primaslaw.co.uk

Primas HR Hub

The Primas HR Hub is a new knowledge sharing forum by Primas Law, which will arm HR professionals and business leaders with the insight they need to respond to common employment law challenges.

Our next Primas HR Hub webinar will focus on the working from home debate.

Remote vs Office: Solving the Workplace Tug-of-War
Wednesday 19th March 2025
12:00pm – 1:00pm

Please email hrhub@primaslaw.co.uk to secure your spot!

Employment Law frequently asked questions

> What is employment law?

Employment law is the area of law which manages the employee-employer relationship. It relays what employees can expect from employers, and vice versa, to maintain both the employers and employees rights in the workplace.

> What can an employment lawyer do for me?

Our expert lawyers are on hand to support with employment law advice. Covering a range of services from service agreements to employment tribunal proceedings, our team will provide you with high-quality employment law guidance.

> How do I know if my business’s employment policies are up to date?

At Primas Law, we understand that navigating the legal world can be challenging for those not versed in the subject. That’s why our lawyers are on hand to support you in any queries or doubts you have about your business.

Simply, contact one of our Employment lawyers or say hello at hello@primaslaw.co.uk.

> What is workplace discrimination?

Workplace discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly due to certain prejudices relating to gender, sex, age, race, religion, and disability, amongst others.

Treating someone differently due to any of these factors can be unlawful and lead to legal proceedings. Contact our Employment Lawyer, Danielle Ayres, for any advice on this matter.

What our clients say

“Over the course of time, in advising Richer Sounds in relation to employment law, David Walton has come to be regarded as an integral part of our colleague support team and management. We rely on and follow David’s sound judgment and counsel, and trust him implicitly to ensure that we manage our colleagues in such a way that is not only legally compliant, but is equally fair and as an employee owned business consistent with our values in any issues that arise in the workplace. I consider David’s ability to strike this balance to be second to none, and I would recommend him to anyone in need of advice and guidance in relation to any employment problem.”

“David Walton has been known to me for over twenty years, both professionally and personally, an individual that I can honestly say is a fine upstanding man of the community, of the highest integrity and work ethic. In all that time the relationship that has existed between us is that of the utmost respect, admiration, professionalism and reliability. In all cases he has been extremely professional, precise in his advice, assured us at all times and been completely frank of our position and standing in each instance and I am not aware of any matter in which we have not successfully prevailed. I could not imagine working with any other solicitor or legal advisor on employment matters and have the utmost confidence and respect in his abilities and professional advice.”

“Catherine’s expertise in Employment Law, Employee Relations and best practice HR is beyond question. Balanced with her commercial acumen we receive the highest level of professionalism and pragmatism. The support, guidance and assurance that we receive from Catherine/ Primas is always excellent, honest and insightful, giving us the broadest scope of strategic response by way of progressive options open to our business. Catherine’s professionalism is second to none and always ensures a highly satisfactory conclusion. It has been a pleasure working with Catherine for the past three years and we look forward to more of the continued support she offers Conquip.”

“Danielle, thank you so much for your incredible kindness and support. Truly appreciate your wonderful advice and wisdom and I feel so lucky to have had your support throughout this journey.”

“Catherine has been a dependable source of advice and I have relied on her expert opinion in a number of complicated employee relations issues over the past few years. Her advice is consistent and reliable and she is my first port of call in problematic employment law matters. I cannot recommend her highly enough. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Catherine to anyone looking for these kind of services in the future. Catherine’s efforts and professionalism have been in my opinion, first class.”

“Primas Law are a great firm who are always happy to help and offer high quality and advice and documentation. We have used Primas Law for fund raises, HR policies and advice, property consultation and more over the years and we have always found them to be highly efficient with great quality services.”

“When I spoke to Danielle on the phone, she provided priceless advice to me in terms of my situation and encouraged me to be tenacious and believe in myself – ultimately leading to me achieving what I wanted at my place of work. I regularly find it hard to stand up for myself or understand my rights as a woman, so it was massively empowering to have that one-on-one conversation which I would not have been able to afford had it not been provided as a volunteer service. Danielle’s advice will stay with me forever.”

"I have worked with Catherine Kerr for a number years for all matters relating to employment law for our business. Catherine is always helpful and has always delivered an exceptional service, with clear and concise advice. I find that I get the best advice from Catherine with any queries I have and she is a valuable extension of our HR team. I would absolutely recommend Catherine to anyone looking for employment law services. "

“David has supported Holiday Gems & Destination2 over many years through thick and thin, including unprecedented challenges the pandemic presented for ourselves as a business. In summary his advice has been invaluable. David’s help, guidance and support in relation to staffing matters and much more besides has been second to none. His approach and ability to simplify complicated matters has consistently been calm, clear and commercial, at all times presented with a ‘human touch’. I feel that I and the business are better off for having David in our corner and there has never been a time when we have called his judgment into doubt nor ignored his advice in the many, many years of dealing with him.”

"I have worked with Catherine Kerr on a number of matters recently and find her to be extremely helpful and personable. Catherine has offered great advice on these matters and I enjoy working with her. The advice and service she gives is always fair, clear and easy to understand and I would recommend Catherine."

"We have been utilising the knowledge and services of Primas Law for various issues over the past few years. Our main concern has been with employment law and Catherine has been beyond helpful whenever we have needed advice. From constructing new employment contracts to working with an employee who needed help due to illness, the advice given has always been measured, well informed and up to date with current employment law. Added to this, Catherine has been quick to respond to any smaller queries that we have had. All communication has been both friendly and professional. We will continue to use Primas Law and Catherine for all of our legal needs."

“David has advised our business for a number of years on a variety of employee relations issues, always bringing a knowledgeable and professional approach to his work. One of the aspects that makes David stand out as a lawyer is his pragmatic approach to giving advice and the way he makes time to understand some the practical considerations we must make as a business. He makes a real effort to understand our culture and our business to ensure he advises us appropriately. Thanks for all your hard work, David!”

“I cannot recommend David highly enough. David is extremely knowledgeable in his field, with real ability to focus on the specific legal issues at hand, weed out all the irrelevance and make a strong and clear case. I have known him for a few years now and have always found him to be responsive, pragmatic and very personable. You always get clear, supportive and rational advice – definitely no ‘sitting on the fence’. His down to earth nature almost makes you forget you’re talking to a lawyer but you definitely want him on your side and not the opposing one.”

"Throughout this entire process, Danielle was more than just a solicitor - she has been my advocate, my reassurance, and my strength. Her expertise, patience, and willingness to stand by me, even when I needed advice on and off, have meant the world to me. This settlement is a huge relief, and I know without a doubt that Danielle's hard work and persistence made it happen. She are truly amazing at what she does, and I feel incredibly lucky to have had Danielle in my corner throughout this process."