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Unfair Dismissal Claims Handled by Specialists - Trusted Guidance for Employers and Employees

Drawing on 26 years of practice representing both employers defending tribunal claims and employees pursuing them, we provide specialist advice that gives you a clear understanding of where you stand.

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Dismissing an employee is one of the highest-risk decisions any business makes. Get the procedure wrong - an inadequate investigation, a rushed disciplinary hearing, a flawed redundancy selection - and a tribunal claim can follow, bringing legal costs, management time, reputational damage and the prospect of a compensatory award. Our unfair dismissal and tribunal work is built around helping employers make defensible decisions before they become disputes, and defending them robustly when a claim is issued. We advise on fair process from the first warning through to termination, draft settlement agreements to close matters cleanly, and represent employers at ACAS early conciliation and full tribunal hearings across England and Wales.

For employees, we give straight answers. If you have been dismissed and suspect the reason or the process was unfair - or that discrimination played a part - we will tell you honestly whether you have a genuine claim, what it may be worth, and the strict time limits that apply. We handle everything from initial grievance and appeal correspondence through ACAS conciliation to full tribunal representation, and we negotiate settlement agreements where that delivers the better outcome.

Because Blackstone Employment Law has acted for both sides of the workplace dispute for 26 years, our judgement is tribunal-tested and commercially grounded - a perspective independently recognised by Legal 500 as a UK Leading Firm 2022, and reflected in our coverage in The Times, BBC, Financial Times and Guardian. With offices in Manchester and London, and Natasha Jones (SRA 194771) leading the team, we offer a no-obligation initial discussion on 0330 808 0849.

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What does Unfair Dismissal and Tribunal Claims involve?
Whether a dismissal is fair rests on the tests set out in the Employment Rights Act: the reason for the dismissal, the process that was followed, and whether the decision fell within the range of reasonable responses a sensible employer might have taken. For employers, that means limiting tribunal exposure through well-documented procedures and defensible decision-making. For employees, it means understanding whether you have a genuine claim and, if you do, pursuing compensation through ACAS early conciliation and, where necessary, the Employment Tribunal. At Blackstone Employment Law, we act for both employers and employees, which gives us a clear view of how each side approaches these disputes. Natasha Jones (SRA 194771) brings 26 years of employment law practice, and the firm is independently recognised as a Legal 500 UK Leading Firm 2022, with commentary featured by the BBC, Financial Times, Guardian and Times. From our Manchester and London offices, we advise clients across the UK and will tell you quickly and honestly where you stand. Call 0330 808 0849 for a no-obligation initial discussion.
How much does Unfair Dismissal and Tribunal Claims cost?
The cost of your matter turns on several factors: the complexity of the facts, whether liability is disputed, and how far proceedings progress. A brief piece of advisory work sits at one end of the range; a multi-day tribunal hearing sits firmly at the other. Whatever situation you are facing, we will always set out a clear estimate of likely fees at the outset, so you can weigh the commercial sense of proceeding before you commit to anything. At Blackstone Employment Law, we act for both employers and employees, drawing on 26 years of practice under Natasha Jones (SRA 194771). Our work has been independently recognised by Legal 500 UK as a Leading Firm 2022, and our team has been called upon for comment by the BBC, Financial Times, Guardian and Times. With offices in Manchester and London, we advise on employment matters across the UK. For a no-obligation initial discussion about your position, call us on 0330 808 0849.
How long does Unfair Dismissal and Tribunal Claims take?
Most unfair dismissal tribunal claims take between six and twelve months from issue to final hearing. Straightforward matters often resolve sooner through ACAS conciliation, while complex claims or those involving discrimination can run for longer. The timescale is shaped by tribunal listing pressures, the number of witnesses, and whether interim applications become necessary. In our experience, taking specialist advice early tends to shorten the process and improve the outcome - which is why so many employers and employees come to us at a formative stage, when there is still real scope to influence what happens next. Blackstone Employment Law is a Legal 500 UK Leading Firm 2022, led by Natasha Jones (SRA 194771), who brings 26 years of practice acting for both employers and employees. Our work has been covered by the BBC, Financial Times, Guardian and Times, and we advise clients across the UK from our Manchester and London offices. For a no-obligation initial discussion of your circumstances, call 0330 808 0849.

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