At DTM Legal, we provide support to meet the individual needs of businesses. Our team of solicitors brings extensive experience and a commitment to delivering legal excellence and outstanding service. With offices in Chester and Liverpool, we are your local legal experts with a national reputation for excellence. As trusted partners, we ensure that our business clients receive comprehensive employment & HR services for employers tailored to address their specific needs.
EMPLOYMENT & HR LEGAL SERVICES
Our specialist Employment & HR team offer a full range of services for corporate clients, including the creation of contracts and policy, delivery of training , day-to-day advice and, when necessary, tribunal support. We collaborate closely with you to guarantee that all your employment & HR requirements are handled with the utmost professionalism and care. Our solicitors have extensive experience in assisting businesses with various services, including:
Absence Management
- Our team assists clients in navigating the complexities of absence management, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and providing effective solutions for workforce productivity.
Anti-Bribery & Corruption
- We offer strategic advice and legal counsel to mitigate the risks associated with bribery and corruption, safeguarding our clients’ reputations and legal standing.
Business Transfers, Acquisitions, Sales & TUPE
- Whether engaging in business transfers, acquisitions, or sales, we guide clients through the intricacies of Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations, ensuring a seamless transition for employees.
Confidential Information, Restrictive Covenants, and Business Protection
- Our solicitors provide robust legal frameworks to safeguard confidential information, enforce restrictive covenants, and protect businesses from potential threats.
Contracts, Policies & Procedures
- We assist in drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with the latest legal standards and promote a fair and transparent work environment.
Director/Shareholder Exits/Disputes
- When faced with director or shareholder disputes, our team offers strategic guidance and legal representation to protect the interests of our clients.
Disciplinary, Dismissal & Grievance Issues
- From navigating disciplinary proceedings to managing dismissals and addressing grievance issues, our solicitors provide comprehensive support throughout the entire process.
Discrimination
- We offer expert advice on handling discrimination issues, promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace while ensuring compliance with discrimination laws.
Employee Privacy & Data Protection
- Our team addresses the complexities of employee privacy and data protection, ensuring that our clients adhere to legal requirements and protect sensitive information.
Employment Status Disputes
- We navigate the legal intricacies surrounding employment status disputes, offering clarity and resolution for both employers and employees.
Employment Tribunal Representation
- Our experienced advocates provide robust representation in Employment Tribunals, defending the interests of our clients with a focus on achieving favourable outcomes.
Settlement Agreements
- We specialise in drafting and negotiating settlement agreements, ensuring that the terms are fair and legally sound, protecting our clients’ interests.
Executive Service Agreements
- Drafting and negotiating executive service agreements, our solicitors ensure that the terms align with the unique needs and expectations of senior executives.
Performance Management
- We assist organisations in implementing effective performance management strategies, fostering a high-performance culture while mitigating legal risks.
Recruitment
- Providing legal guidance throughout the recruitment process, we help clients navigate the intricacies of hiring, from drafting employment contracts to ensuring fair and lawful recruitment practices.
Redundancy, Collective Consultation & Organisational Change
- Our solicitors guide clients through the challenges of redundancy, collective consultation, and organisational change, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and minimising potential risks.
Trade Union Recognition, Collective Agreements & Disputes
- For clients dealing with trade unions, our team offers strategic advice on recognition, negotiation of collective agreements, and resolution of disputes, fostering positive employer-union relationships.
EMPLOYMENT & HR TRAINING
In addition to our services for employers, we also provide bespoke training support. This allows employers the opportunity to ensure that their in-house teams have the skills and understanding to effectively implement their HR policies. Investing in training for your staff, whether they work in Human Resources or Management can help reduce costs in the long term and mitigate risks.
STAY INFORMED AS PART OF THE NORTH WEST HR GROUP
The North West HR Group is our opportunity to support Employers and HR Professionals with legal insights. We provide a quarterly Employment & HR Update and exclusive invitations to North West HR Group events. The North West HR Group offers a unique platform for networking, staying updated on legal changes in employment law, and discussing best practices with fellow professionals. Visit our North West HR Group page to register for our legal updates and no-obligation invites to events organised by the DTM Legal team.
EMPLOYMENT & HR SERVICES – OUR FEES
DTM Legal provides a variety of pricing structures tailored to meet your specific needs, including the option of a retainer agreement for those requiring ongoing support. To explore the options available, we invite you to contact Tom Evans, who will assist you in finding the pricing arrangement that best aligns with your requirements.
For more information on tribunal fees please visit our Employment Tribunals page.
CONTACT US
For expert guidance and personalised assistance with your business needs, contact the DTM Legal Employment & HR team. We are here to be your dedicated partners, providing legal excellence and exceptional service. To discuss your requirements further, please complete the form below.