Fergal Dowling
Managing Partner - Business Services Group
Employee & Industrial Relations
When handled poorly, industrial relations issues can escalate into disputes, strikes, or tribunal claims that damage productivity and reputation. We act for employers across all sectors, guiding you through union recognition, collective bargaining, and consultation processes to keep your business compliant and protected.
Legal advice for employee & industrial relations
From strategic planning through to negotiations and dispute resolution, gain insight into the commercial impact of employee relations and learn how to balance workforce stability with business priorities.
We can support with:
- Collective bargaining and trade union recognition
- Redundancy consultation and employee representative elections
- Dispute management and strike action
- Compliance with UK employment law and Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) guidance
- Overseeing negotiations with works councils and trade unions
- Completing agreements under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE).
You will also benefit from tailored advice that reflects your industry and workforce, helping you handle complex relationships with confidence.
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
We help organisations manage relationships with trade unions and employee representatives to reduce disruption and maintain compliance. Here are answers to your common questions: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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