Fergal Dowling
Managing Partner - Business Services Group
Self-Employment, Contractors & Agency Workers
Engaging contractors and agency staff gives your business flexibility, but it also raises complex legal issues. From employment status disagreements to tax obligations, our solicitors help you understand your responsibilities and avoid expensive claims.
Legal advice on self-employment, contractors and agency workers
We offer expert advice on drafting contracts, assessing working relationships, and handling disputes with individuals working outside standard employment models.
We can support with:
- Drafting and reviewing contracts for freelance and temporary workers
- Advising on work status and IR35 obligations
- Handling disputes over pay, dismissal, or discrimination
- Assessing risks when engaging self-employed staff
- Resolving disagreements with agency workers and freelancers
- Strengthening your position with clear contractual terms.
With commercially focused multidisciplinary guidance, we will help you manage flexible workforce arrangements while reducing legal liability for your organisation.
Speak to a Legal Partner
Our team support you to navigate complexity, seize opportunity and move forward with legal clarity.
Contact our Specialists
Get strategic advice from a team that knows how to protect and grow your business. Please complete our enquiry form and one of our experts will contact you by the next working day.
Alternatively, you can call us now.
Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm (Excluding Public Holidays).
0370 1500 100
Making an enquiry
We have several ways you can contact us, either by completing our online contact form, by phone, or using our live chat. If you start your journey online, here are the first steps to working together.
Complete our online formWe need a few details to understand your situation and the kind of support you need.
We’ll contact you by phoneOn the call our experts will ask you a few more questions to make sure we connect you with the right legal advice from our team.
We arrange a full appointmentYour next step is an in-depth appointment with a specialist solicitor to discuss how we could advise you.
Frequently Asked Questions
The law around self-employment and agency work can be complex. Here are answers to some of the most common questions.Disputes can arise over contractor status, pay, and obligations under contracts. Organisations often need clarity on whether individuals are truly self-employed or should be treated as workers or employees with additional rights.
Our commitment to you
Our experts always start by listening, so we understand what matters most from day one.- 01Clear legal guidance
You will always get straightforward, honest advice, with regular updates to keep you clear on the way forward.
- 02Specialist knowledge
A wide-ranging team of trusted specialists who understand what it takes to protect your future, your family or your business.
- 03Your needs first
Whether you’re navigating complex personal situations or business decisions, we take the time to understand your world and what’s at stake.
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