Redundancy Solicitors

Redundancy can be a venture into the unknown, find out here how a legal team can guide you through.

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Redundancy Solicitors

Know your rights with the right redundancy solicitors on your side.

What Is a Redundancy?

A redundancy occurs when an employer needs to reduce their workforce, this can be due to a range of reasons whether it is because a role is simply no longer needed, the business is changing in terms of staff structure, or there’s been a downturn in trade.

Legally, it’s considered a form of dismissal, but it must follow a fair and lawful process under redundancy law.

Being made redundant can be stressful and uncertain, especially if you feel the decision is unfair, or you suspect you were selected for reasons other than business need.

While often the causes of redundancy are genuine, it needs to be handled properly. If not, you may have a claim for unfair dismissal or discrimination.

At BBS Law, our redundancy solicitors help employees with the legality of redundancy. We ensure your rights are protected, and if necessary, we challenge unfair decisions and negotiate improved exit terms no matter what it takes.

Why You May Need a Employment Redundancy Solicitor

So why might you need a strong legal team in some cases of redundancy?

You may need an employment redundancy solicitor if you’ve been told your role is at risk, or you’ve already been dismissed and believe the process was mishandled.

Ultimately, it isn’t a choice how redundancy is handled, in fact redundancy law requires employers to follow strict rules around consultation, selection criteria, alternative employment, and redundancy pay.

If your employer fails to meet these obligations, you may be entitled to compensation or a tribunal claim.

Our team works with you to review your employer’s actions, we can assess whether you’re being treated fairly and thus, challenge any errors in the process, and secure a fair financial outcome. If negotiation is needed, we act quickly and decisively to put your case forward.

Your Rights During a Redundancy

Every employee undergoing redundancy has certain legal rights. These will typically include the right to a fair selection process, consultation, notice period, and in many cases, statutory redundancy pay.

Something else that can affect your position during a redundancy, which may require a solicitor to help you, is if you have worked for your employer for two years or more.

This is because these rights are particularly strong and must be upheld regardless of the circumstances leading to the redundancy.

Employers must consult with affected staff before making final decisions, providing opportunities to discuss alternatives to redundancy.

If they fail to do so, the redundancy may be classed as unfair. Similarly, you must not be selected for redundancy due to discriminatory reasons, this means the likes of age, gender, disability, pregnancy, or trade union membership.

Something else to consider is that you also have the right to request suitable alternative employment within the business.

Our employment redundancy solicitors can help you understand whether your rights were regarded and explain the legal remedies available.

Services We Offer as Dismissal and Redundancy Solicitors

At BBS Law, we proudly support employees at all stages of the redundancy process.

Whether you’ve just been informed of a redundancy risk, need advice on a settlement offer, or believe you’ve been dismissed unfairly, we offer advice and representation.

Ultimately, redundancy is something you don’t expect to go through in your working life, but sometimes there is no other option for businesses.

That being said, our legal team helps you in better comprehending where you stand in terms of your rights and entitlements so you’re able to decide the best route for you when your options are laid out.

If your case involves a settlement agreement, we can review and explain every clause, ensuring your compensation is fair and your rights are protected. If necessary, we will negotiate improved terms.

On the other hand, for those seeking to challenge redundancy decisions, our services stretch to representation, whether through internal processes or employment tribunal claims.

Our dismissal and redundancy solicitors are highly experienced, so trust in our services for a well organised and a redundancy procedure that’s on your side.

Redundancy Law: Who We Help

Our redundancy solicitors support employees across a wide range of industries, including, but not limited to:

Finance
Education
Healthcare
Technology
Retail

So, whether you work for a large corporation or a small local business, we can help you regardless.

If your role is being made redundant as part of a wider restructure or cost-saving exercise, we can help ensure the process is being handled fairly.

If your redundancy relates to business transfers, restructuring, or insolvency, we can also help you by guiding you through the TUPE regulations and ensure continuity of rights where applicable.

No matter the issues or concerns raised by you or your employer, we have the answers. Simply get in touch to find out how we can help.

Why Choose Us as Your Employment Redundancy Solicitor

At BBS Law, we understand that redundancy can be a deeply personal and financially significant event in your life, and our team is here to protect your rights and ensure you receive fair treatment.

As employment redundancy solicitors with decades of experience, we can confidently present strong legal arguments on your behalf.

We work with empathy and discretion, recognising that redundancy often brings stress and uncertainty, particularly for families.

So, from reviewing a settlement agreement to representing you at tribunal, we offer a complete service. If you’re facing dismissal by redundancy, let us at BBS Law guide you through the legal process and ensure you’re not left at a disadvantage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a redundancy solicitor cost?

Legal costs for redundancy support depend on the complexity of the case and what kind of assistance you actually need. For straightforward advice on a settlement agreement, talk to us at BBS Law about pricing and there may be some cases that your employer pays for the fees too.

Do you need a solicitor for redundancy?

While not legally required in all situations, having a solicitor is strongly advised. This is because redundancy law can be complicated, and it’s important that you have the facts to understand if your dismissal is both genuine and legally compliant. A solicitor can review the process, advise on your rights, and help you negotiate a better settlement or take action if you’ve been unfairly treated.

What is the 12 week rule for redundancy?

The “12-week rule” can refer to notice periods or to the timeframe for collective consultation in larger redundancy cases. If your employer plans to dismiss 20 or more employees, they must follow collective consultation rules. If you have been employed for at least two years, you are generally entitled to statutory notice and redundancy pay. We can explain how these timelines apply to your situation.

What is the 70 30 rule in redundancy?

The “70/30 rule” isn’t a legal rule but a reference to negotiation strategy. It means an employer may offer a settlement amount that’s around 70% of what could be won at tribunal, encouraging early resolution. However, each case is different, and our redundancy solicitors can help you assess the fairness of any offer based on your specific circumstances.

What Other Legal Services Do BBS Law Offer?

At BBS Law, we offer a huge range of legal services that not only cover property litigation, but also key legal specialisms, including but not limited to:

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