Workplace problems can turn your life upside down. Whether you’re facing unfair dismissal, discrimination, or being pushed out of your job, you need someone in your corner who understands employment law and will fight for your rights. We’re here to help you navigate difficult situations, protect your position, and secure the best possible outcome.
To speak to an employment law consultant today, call us on 02920 829 100 or use our Contact us form.
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Finding yourself in a dispute with your employer is stressful. You might be worried about your job, your mortgage, your family’s security. Maybe you’re being treated unfairly but don’t know if you have a case. Or perhaps you’ve already been dismissed and need to understand your options fast.
We work with employees across Wales and the UK who are facing all kinds of workplace difficulties. Our employment law solicitors for employees understand what you’re going through because we’ve helped thousands of people in similar situations. We’ll listen to your story, explain your rights in plain language, and help you decide on the best way forward.
Whether you’re still employed and trying to resolve a problem, negotiating your exit, or fighting a tribunal claim, you’ll work directly with experienced solicitors who specialise in representing employees. And if you’re more comfortable working in Welsh, we can handle your entire case yn Gymraeg.
You don’t have to face this alone. Let’s talk about what’s happening and what we can do about it.
Contact us today for a free initial consultation with our specialist employment law team.
Been sacked without proper process or for unfair reasons? We’ll assess your case, handle the ACAS early conciliation process, and represent you at tribunal if needed. Many cases settle before tribunal, saving you stress and getting you compensation faster.
Sometimes staying in a toxic workplace isn’t an option. If your employer has breached your contract or created an unbearable working environment, you might be able to resign and claim constructive dismissal. This is complex territory and needs careful handling. We’ll advise whether you have grounds to resign, help you document everything properly, and represent you throughout the claim process.
Discrimination at work, whether based on age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation, is illegal and devastating. Unlike unfair dismissal, you don’t need any minimum length of service to bring a discrimination claim. We’ve successfully represented employees facing all types of discrimination and we know how to build strong cases that deliver results.
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Being made redundant is tough, but the process must be fair. If you’ve been unfairly selected, not properly consulted, or denied alternative roles, you may have a claim. We’ll review your redundancy situation, check if the process was lawful, and fight for better redundancy pay or compensation if you’ve been treated unfairly. Our best employment law solicitors for employees know exactly what employers should be doing.
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Your employer wants you to sign a settlement agreement? Don’t sign anything until you’ve had proper legal advice. We review settlement agreements daily and negotiate better terms for employees. We’ll explain what you’re being offered, whether it’s fair, and push for improvements where possible. Most employers pay our fees, so this often costs you nothing.
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Raised concerns about wrongdoing at work and now facing retaliation? Whistleblowers have strong legal protections, but you need to follow the right process. We advise on making protected disclosures and defend against victimisation. These cases can be high-stakes and need specialist handling from employment law solicitors who’ve done it before.
Workplace harassment and bullying can destroy your mental health and confidence. While bullying itself isn’t illegal unless it’s related to a protected characteristic, harassment definitely is. We’ll help you document what’s happening, raise formal grievances, and if necessary, pursue claims for harassment, constructive dismissal, or personal injury. You deserve to work without fear.
Facing disciplinary action at work? The outcome could affect your entire career, especially in regulated professions. We represent employees through disciplinary processes, ensuring fair procedures are followed and your position is properly defended. Early legal advice can make the difference between keeping your job and losing it.
Your employer might have broken your employment contract by not paying notice, bonuses, or commission you’re entitled to. Maybe they’ve changed your terms without agreement or aren’t honouring promises made. We pursue breach of contract claims in tribunals or county courts, recovering what you’re owed plus interest and costs where appropriate.
You’ll work directly with qualified solicitors who specialise in employee-side employment law. No paralegals, no endless gatekeepers. When you call, you speak to someone who knows your case and can give immediate guidance. That’s what the best employment law solicitors for employees actually look like.
We’re Wales’ leading commercial law firm for Welsh language employment law services at every level. If you’re more comfortable working in Welsh, your entire case can be handled yn Gymraeg, from initial advice through to tribunal representation. That matters when you’re dealing with something as stressful as workplace problems.
We won’t take your money if you don’t have a case. During your free initial consultation, we’ll discuss your options and whether we think you have an employment claim. If we think you’re wasting your time pursuing a claim, we’ll tell you. If you’ve got a strong case, we’ll fight hard for you.
Employment law has tight time limits. You typically have just three months from dismissal or the last act of discrimination to start tribunal proceedings. We move quickly, respond promptly, and keep you updated throughout. When you need urgent advice, we’re available.
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Call us or complete our online form explaining what’s happened. We’ll arrange a free initial consultation (usually by phone call) to understand your situation. No charge, no obligation. Just straight answers about where you stand.
If you have a case and want to proceed, we’ll explain your options clearly. That might mean negotiating a settlement, raising a formal grievance, or preparing for tribunal. We’ll outline the likely timescales, what compensation you might expect, and how much our services cost. You’ll have all the information you need to make informed decisions.
Once you’ve decided to instruct us, we get moving quickly. We’ll gather evidence, handle correspondence with your employer or their lawyers, manage ACAS early conciliation, and prepare your case thoroughly. You’ll have direct access to your solicitor throughout, no chasing for updates or wondering what’s happening.
Most employment cases settle before tribunal, often through ACAS or direct negotiations. We’re experienced negotiators who know how to secure fair settlements. If settlement isn’t possible, we’re experienced tribunal advocates who’ll fight your case vigorously. Either way, we aim to get you the best possible result, whether that’s keeping your job, securing compensation, or getting justice.
Typical timescales: Initial consultation (within 48 hours) | ACAS early conciliation (4-6 weeks) | Tribunal from claim to hearing (6-12 months) | Settlement negotiations (2-12 weeks depending on complexity)
We understand money is a real concern when you’re dealing with employment problems, especially if you’ve lost your job. We offer several funding options to make legal help accessible:
For specific services like settlement agreement reviews, we offer fixed fees so you know exactly what you’ll pay. We understand that knowing what fee employment law advice will cost you can be important. Many employers pay contributions towards legal fees for settlement agreement advice anyway.
For more complex cases or ongoing advice, we charge hourly rates but give you clear cost estimates upfront. We update you regularly if costs might change. You’ll never get nasty surprises. We realise that as much information as possible about the fee employment solicitors will charge you is paramount.
Check your home insurance policy. We don’t offer no win no fee arrangements, but many home insurance policies include legal expenses cover that could pay your employment law costs. We can liaise with insurers directly and handle the paperwork for you.
What matters? Getting the legal help you need without adding financial stress. We’ll discuss all options openly and find an approach that works for your situation.
Superb legal service provided. Exceeded expectations. They went above and beyond in order to provide the best service possible.
Huw Pickrell
I used Darwin Gray recently and found their service to be outstanding, and great value. I would not hesitate to recommend this law firm. 5 stars well deserved.
Chris Rees
Darwin Gray are a very resourceful and ambitious practice. They have a wide breath of areas in which they advise and recruit extremely well, with a number of very talented junior lawyers. They are approachable and responsive.
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Usually three months minus one day from the date of dismissal or the last discriminatory act. Time limits are strict and tribunals rarely extend them except in very limited circumstances. You must contact ACAS for early conciliation first, which pauses the time limit briefly. Don’t wait, contact us immediately if you think you have a claim. Delay can mean losing your right to pursue it.
Unfair dismissal is a statutory claim requiring two years’ service (with some exceptions like discrimination). It’s about whether your employer had fair reasons and followed fair procedures. Wrongful dismissal is a contract claim about whether your employer gave you proper notice pay. You can bring wrongful dismissal claims regardless of service length. Often employees have both claims, and the best employment law solicitors for employees will pursue whichever gives you the strongest case.
Yes, potentially through constructive dismissal. You need to show your employer seriously breached your employment contract, making it impossible to continue working there. You must resign in response to that breach without delay. Constructive dismissal is complex and needs careful handling. Get legal advice before resigning if possible, as resigning at the wrong time or for the wrong reasons can destroy your claim.
Yes, in almost all employment tribunal claims, you must notify ACAS first. ACAS offers free early conciliation to try resolving disputes without tribunal. This usually takes 6 weeks. If conciliation doesn’t work, ACAS issues a certificate allowing you to proceed to tribunal. We handle the entire ACAS process for you and represent you in conciliation discussions. Many cases settle during this stage.
Compensation typically includes a basic award (based on age, length of service, and weekly pay, capped at a statutory limit which is updated annually) plus compensatory award (covering lost earnings and benefits while unemployed, capped at one year’s salary or a statutory cap, whichever is lower). Average awards are around £12,000-15,000, but this varies hugely by circumstances. Discrimination claims have no cap, so compensation can be much higher. We’ll give you realistic expectations during your consultation.
Gross misconduct dismissals are serious because they allow employers to dismiss without notice or pay. But employers must still follow fair procedures, investigate properly, and have genuine belief in misconduct. Many gross misconduct dismissals are actually unfair because of procedural failures. We defend these cases regularly. Even if you don’t have two years’ service for unfair dismissal, you might have breach of contract claims for notice pay.
Absolutely. Discrimination claims don’t require dismissal or two years’ service. If you’re facing discrimination, harassment, or victimisation at work based on a protected characteristic (age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex, or sexual orientation), you have rights. You can bring claims while still employed. We advise on raising grievances and protecting your position.
Costs awards against employees are rare. Tribunals usually only order costs if your claim was vexatious, had no reasonable prospects, or you behaved unreasonably. If you’re genuinely pursuing a claim you believe in and following legal advice, costs risks are very low. We assess costs risks during your consultation and tell you if there are particular concerns in your case.
Settlement agreements (formerly compromise agreements) are legal contracts where you waive your rights to bring tribunal claims in exchange for compensation from your employer. You must receive independent legal advice before signing, and employers usually pay for this (our fee). We review the terms, negotiate improvements where possible, and ensure you understand what you’re agreeing to. Never sign without proper advice from employment law solicitors for employees.
Tribunal hearings are less formal than court but still legal proceedings. There’s a judge (and sometimes two lay members), and both sides present evidence through witness statements and documents, followed by cross-examination. Hearings typically last 1-5 days depending on complexity. Most claimants find tribunals less intimidating than expected. We prepare you thoroughly and represent you throughout, so you’re never on your own.
We’re based in Cardiff and Bangor, but we represent employees throughout Wales and across the UK. Most employment law work happens by phone, email, and video call, so you don’t need to visit our offices unless you want to. We’re happy to meet face-to-face if that’s easier for you.
Our Cardiff office serves employees across South Wales including Swansea, Newport, Bridgend, and the Valleys. Our Bangor office supports employees throughout North Wales including Wrexham, Anglesey, and Gwynedd.
As Wales’ leading Welsh language commercial law firm, we’re particularly experienced supporting Welsh speakers with employment law problems. Whether you work for a Welsh organisation, a UK company, or an international employer, we provide the same high-quality representation in English or Welsh.
If you’re searching for employment law solicitors near me, remember that employment law isn’t really about geography anymore. What matters is expertise, responsiveness, and having someone who genuinely understands employee rights. That’s what we offer.
Employment problems don’t get better by themselves, they get worse. But you don’t have to deal with this alone.
Whether you’ve just been dismissed, you’re facing discrimination, or your workplace has become unbearable, we can help. We’ll listen to your story, explain your rights clearly, and fight for the outcome you deserve.
Call 02920 829 100, or fill in our Contact us for a free initial consultation with our specialist employment law solicitors for employees.
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To speak to one of our experts today, please contact us on 02920 829 100 or by using our Contact Us form for a free initial chat to see how we can help.
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