Lindsay GibsonSenior Lawyer

Rockhopper

We deal with queries on all topics, including grievances, disciplinaries, sickness absence, family friendly provisions, performance management and TUPE. We also assist our clients in defending Employment Tribunal claims and dealing with data subject access requests, contract and handbook reviews.

Employment

Since qualifying in 2009, I have advised and supported clients with all things employment law related.  I am passionate about this work, and aim to provide pragmatic, clear advice to a business, while keeping in mind the importance of their employment to the individual.

I can set up a business for success by drafting employee and independent contractor contracts and the full suite of employment policies. I have a particular interest in “alternative” employment constructs (e.g. the gig economy) and tailoring post termination restrictive covenants to match each client’s needs.

When dealing with workforce planning, I provide strategic advice and practical assistance with the execution of the plan, be it a redundancy process, restructuring or TUPE transfer.  

When things go wrong, I can support with disciplinary, capability and grievance issues, and negotiating settlement agreements. Having worked in-house, I understand the need to balance legal risk with a bespoke, effective solution.   I have experience defending claims in the Employment Tribunal, including unfair dismissal and complex claims involving discrimination and whistleblowing allegations.  On High Court litigation, I have defended an action relating to alleged breach of post termination restrictions (including injunctions) and applications for judicial review.