It's a fact of life that employers and employees don't always get along. But it shouldn't mean a costly legal affair when it happens. Our employment solicitors work tirelessly to resolve any legal issue you have, regardless of which side of the desk you sit on.
At Giles Wilson, we work with a variety of employees and employers when they aren't seeing eye-to-eye. We understand the pressures experienced by both parties and our friendly and motivated team are experienced in finding appropriate solutions where relevant. We are ready to work with you to completely understand the nature of your case, guide you through the process and achieve the result you want.
And if your case proceeds to tribunal, they can represent you, so you can rest assured that your view is being fought for by a solicitor you trust.
Led by Managing Partner Roy Daby, our employment law solicitors have successfully handled hundreds of cases for both employees and employers. With Roy’s ability to assess all sides of a dispute and provide innovative solutions, we offer expert guidance on a wide range of workplace issues.
With over 20 years of experience, Roy has led class action lawsuits, secured compensation for victims of workplace discrimination, and advised employers on complex redundancy processes.
Whether reaching early settlement agreements or providing robust representation at tribunals, Roy and his team are trusted experts in all areas of employment law.
As an employer, ensuring your company’s compliance and protecting its reputation is vital. Whether you’re navigating redundancy processes, resolving employee disputes, or safeguarding your business from claims, our team provides expert legal advice to support you through any challenge.
If you’ve faced unfair treatment at work, are dealing with discrimination, or want to ensure financial security when leaving your role, our employment law solicitors are here to represent you. With a proven track record in securing compensation and achieving fair outcomes, we’ll stand by your side every step of the way.
Whether you are an employer or an employee, our services can help you with all aspects of life in the modern workplace. View our complete range of Employment Law services below.
We’ve been based in Leigh-on-Sea since we started in 1997. With headquarters on London Road and a second branch on Leigh Broadway, these prime locations allow us to serve the entire Southend and South East Essex area, extending into the rest of Essex and the East End of London.
Our award-winning team of friendly, conscientious and accredited legal professionals make you feel comfortable from the very first consultation. Representing a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, our combined knowledge and expertise ensures we can handle any and all of your legal requirements.
Working closely with you, we'll work hard to resolve any employment issue you have, whether you're an employer or an employee.
Life is complicated enough without having to fret about fees. We’re leading the way to provide complete transparency for our clients. We’ll always discuss your budget and the cost of your case in advance to give you complete clarity, as well as talk you through potential funding options.
Take a look at our guides to get an idea of pricing.
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The expertise of our solicitors is regularly recognised by some of the profession’s most distinguished organisations. As well as being a member of a number of Law Society schemes, we have won awards at the Law Society Excellence Awards, the Halsbury Legal Awards and the Modern Law Awards.
We have also received recognition in the form of the Lexcel mark of quality, a Legal 500 listing and a place on the shortlist of The Lawyer’s Boutique Firm of the Year.
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If you have a legal issue you are worrying about, it’s important to remember you are not alone.
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We hope that you do not have cause to complain about us but we do take any complaints very seriously and urge you to speak to a partner initially and if you are not satisfied then to follow our Complaints Procedure.
When to report a solicitor to the SRA
If you have complained to your solicitor about breaching the SRA Code of Conduct and are not satisfied with their response, you can report them to the SRA. Examples of a breach include:
When to contact the Legal Ombudsman
If you have complained to your solicitor about poor service and you are not satisfied with their response, you can contact the Legal Ombudsman who deal with poor service, such as:
