Employment law you can rely on: practical advice for employers and employees

Workplace issues can be complex, stressful, and time-sensitive. At Ware & Kay Solicitors, our Employment Law team provides practical and personal advice to help both employers and employees navigate challenges with confidence. Led by Jessica Gowar, Head of Employment Law, our team combines extensive legal expertise with a pragmatic, client friendly approach.

Every employment situation is unique. We take time to understand your individual circumstances and priorities, ensuring that our advice is clear, purposeful, and designed to achieve the best possible outcome. Whether you are facing a workplace dispute, reviewing contracts, or planning strategic HR policies, we provide guidance that is both practical and legally robust.

Our specialists advise on a wide range of employment law matters, including:

• Drafting, reviewing, and updating employment contracts and workplace policies to ensure compliance and protect your business.
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures, helping employers manage staff fairly and supporting employees in raising concerns.
• Unfair dismissal and redundancy claims, providing expert guidance and representation where disputes arise.
• Restrictive covenants, confidentiality and post-termination disputes, protecting sensitive business information.
• Workplace discrimination, harassment and equal pay matters, ensuring compliance and supporting clients in seeking fair outcomes.

For employers, we focus on reducing risk in the first instance. For employees, we provide clear guidance on how to protect your rights, resolve disputes constructively, and, where necessary, represent you in tribunal proceedings.

At Ware & Kay Solicitors, we understand the pressures that workplace issues can create. That’s why we prioritise clear communication, timely advice, and practical solutions, giving our clients the confidence to move forward with clarity.

For expert, confidential advice, contact our Employment Law Team. Taking early advice can make a significant difference in protecting your rights, managing risk and achieving the best possible outcome for your workplace situation.  Call York 01904 716000, Wetherby 01937 583210 or Malton 01653 692247 or email law@warekay.co.uk.