Redundancy Solicitors for Employees in Coventry
Facing redundancy can be incredibly stressful, and it is not a process you should have to face alone. Our redundancy team in Coventry can guide you through this, helping you receive the most suitable package from your employer whilst giving you the confidence to move forward with your career.
During a redundancy, some staff will be entitled to statutory redundancy payments, and the employer is required to explain how such a payment is calculated. If a proper procedure is not followed or if there is no genuine redundancy situation, dismissed employees may be able to make a claim to the Employment Tribunal.
Our solicitors can explain your position in clear English and advise on whether you have a claim through alternative dispute resolution or in court if necessary. As one of the few firms who offer support to both employees and employers with redundancy issues, we are well placed to deliver a solution that is beneficial to all parties.
Whether you need assistance with negotiating or reviewing terms, clarifying your rights or representation in disputes, our redundancy lawyers in Coventry are here for you.
Our redundancy solicitor for employees in Coventry can assist with:
- Understanding your rights in redundancy
- Assessing the redundancy process
- Negotiating redundancy packages
- Legal representation and dispute resolution
- Reviewing and finalising documentation
- Ensuring fair treatment during redundancy
Contact our Redundancy Solicitor for Employees in Coventry today
For friendly, practical support with redundancies, please contact our redundancy for employees solicitor in Coventry. You can call us on 024 7663 2121 or email us at info@bandhattonbutton.com.
Our employment law solicitors for employees can provide bespoke legal guidance on a range of issues, should you require our support.
Our Redundancy for Employees Solicitors’ charges
Due to the complexity of redundancy services, our redundancy for employees solicitor typically charges at an hourly rate. However, we may offer initial consultations at a fixed price.
To find out more about our fees, please click here. For information on employment tribunal pricing, please click here.
How our Redundancy Solicitor for employees can help you
Understanding your rights in redundancy
We appreciate that redundancy can be a challenging process, and it is important to understand your legal position from the outset. Our redundancy solicitor in Coventry can provide clear, practical guidance tailored to your situation.
Whether you need help interpreting your employer’s obligations under UK redundancy law or assessing whether your redundancy is fair, we will ensure you have the knowledge to make informed decisions.
We can also advise on redundancy pay entitlements, including statutory redundancy pay, notice periods, and any additional contractual benefits you may be owed, as well as settlement agreements.
Assessing the Redundancy Process
Employers must follow a fair and lawful procedure when making redundancies. If you are unsure whether your redundancy complies with laws on redundancy, our redundancy lawyers can assess the situation and identify any potential breaches.
If your employer has failed to conduct a fair consultation, offer alternative employment where appropriate, or properly calculate your redundancy pay, we will help you explore your legal options, empowering you to move forward with confidence.
Negotiating Redundancy Packages
A well-negotiated redundancy package can make a significant difference to your financial security. Our solicitors for redundancy in Coventry can help you secure the best possible terms, whether that means improving your redundancy pay, negotiating a payment in lieu of notice, or ensuring all contractual entitlements are honoured.
If you have been offered a settlement agreement, we will explain the implications and negotiate to protect your interests where necessary, ensuring you leave your role under the best possible circumstances.
Legal Representation and Dispute Resolution
If you believe your redundancy is unfair or discriminatory, you may have grounds to challenge the decision. Our redundancy lawyers provide robust legal representation, helping employees bring claims under employment law for redundancy. We also provide bespoke unfair dismissal support for those who feel their redundancy was unreasonable.
Whether you are negotiating a resolution with your employer or pursuing a case in the Employment Tribunal, we can guide you through every stage of the process with a strategic and determined approach. We can represent you in settlement discussions or tribunal proceedings to ensure you achieve the best possible outcome.
Reviewing and Finalising Documentation
Redundancy often involves complex paperwork, from redundancy letters to settlement agreements. Our redundancy solicitors in Coventry can review all documentation to ensure it accurately reflects your entitlements and contains no unfavourable terms. We will seek amendments to safeguard your rights and future employment prospects, if necessary.
Ensuring Fair Treatment During Redundancy
Employers are legally required to act fairly and reasonably during the redundancy process. If you have concerns about discrimination, unfair selection criteria, or a lack of consultation, our redundancy legal advice can help you challenge any unfair treatment. With our support, you can confidently assert your rights under UK redundancy law and ensure you receive the fair treatment you deserve.
Frequently asked questions about redundancy for employees
What is redundancy, and what rights do I have as an employee?
Redundancy is when you are dismissed from your job because your employer needs to reduce the workforce due to business closure, workplace relocation, or a decline in demand for certain roles. It must be a genuine redundancy rather than a dismissal for performance reasons, misconduct or ill health.
As an employee, you have various legal rights when it comes to redundancy, which include:
- The right to a fair redundancy process, including proper consultation.
- The right to be selected fairly, without discrimination.
- The right to statutory or contractual redundancy pay if you have been with your employer for at least two years.
- The right to work your notice period or receive pay in lieu of notice.
- The right to challenge an unfair redundancy or appeal the decision.
If you believe your redundancy is unfair or discriminatory, you may have grounds to challenge it, which is where our employment solicitors can help. We can help you uphold your rights and clarify any questions you may have regarding redundancy.
What should I do if I believe the redundancy process is unfair?
There are several steps you can take if you believe your redundancy is unfair. These include:
- Request an explanation – Ask your employer for written reasons for your redundancy.
- Check for unfair selection – Employers must use fair and objective criteria when selecting employees for redundancy. If you believe the decision was based on discrimination or unfair factors, you may have a case for unfair dismissal and/or discrimination.
- Raise a grievance – You can submit a formal complaint to your employer if you believe your company’s redundancy rules have not been followed.
- Seek legal advice – A redundancy solicitor in Coventry can assess whether you have grounds for an unfair dismissal claim and advise on the next steps, including negotiations or representing your case to an employment tribunal.
How is redundancy pay calculated, and can a lawyer help ensure I receive the correct amount?
Under UK redundancy law, redundancy pay is calculated based on your age, length of service, and weekly gross wage. A solicitor can help by empowering you to challenge any incorrect payments, ensuring all due payment is received and checking that any calculations have been worked out correctly.
To calculate your expected redundancy pay, please refer to the UK statutory redundancy pay calculator.
Can a law firm help me negotiate better terms for my redundancy package?
Yes, a solicitor can help you negotiate a better redundancy package, particularly if you are offered a settlement agreement. This is a legally binding agreement where your employer can offer an improved redundancy package in exchange for waiving your rights to an employment claim.
Our skilled redundancy lawyer in Coventry can assist by providing an expert review of the terms of your package and negotiating so your best interests are considered. We can also review your circumstances, advise on whether signing the agreement is in your best interests, and ensure that any restrictive covenants are reasonable.
When should I consider seeking legal advice regarding redundancy?
It is usually recommended to seek legal advice regarding your redundancy if:
- You believe your redundancy was unfair.
- You believe your employer has not followed a fair redundancy process.
- You are unsure that your redundancy pay has been correctly calculated.
- You have been offered a settlement agreement and need guidance.
- You want to negotiate better redundancy terms.
- You think discrimination played a role in your redundancy.
A solicitor can help you understand your rights, challenge unfair treatment, and ensure you receive the best possible outcome.
How can Band Hatton Button’s Redundancy Solicitor assist me if I am facing redundancy?
At Band Hatton Button, our specialist redundancy solicitor for employees in Coventry provides expert legal advice to protect your rights and ensure you are treated fairly throughout the redundancy process. We can help you understand your legal position, challenge unfair dismissals, and secure the best possible outcome for your situation.
With extensive experience in employment law, we support employees across various sectors and industries, offering clear guidance on redundancy consultations, selection criteria, notice periods, and redundancy pay. If you believe your redundancy is unfair or discriminatory, we can help you explore your legal options.
Contact our Redundancy Solicitor for Employees in Coventry today
For friendly, practical support with redundancies, please contact our redundancy for employees solicitor in Coventry. You can call us on 024 7663 2121 or email us at info@bandhattonbutton.com.