Sara Patel
Chartered Legal Executive
Sara is a qualified Chartered Legal Executive. She has over 11 years’ experience in dealing with all aspects of HR and for 8 of these years she has specialised in Employment Law. Sara has a wealth of experience in representing claimants and respondents before the Employment Tribunal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal, and in judicial mediation. How Sara helps • Advising in relation to claims before the Employment Tribunal including unfair dismissal, constructive unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal and discrimination. • Drafting and reviewing of contracts of employment, policies and procedures and staff handbooks. • Advising on grievance and disciplinary matters. • Drafting and advising on settlement agreements, as well as undertaken negotiations. • Advising on redundancy rights • Advising on flexible working rights • Delivering various types of Employment Law training Expertise Sara’s previous employment in HR at the University of Sheffield, gives her an insight into both employer and employee perspectives, especially when dealing with matters relating to disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancy, discrimination and sickness absence. Prior to qualifying as a lawyer, Sara obtained a masters in the field of forensic psychology. With her academic and professional experience, Sara prides herself on being able to apply this knowledge within a legal setting, and demonstrate empathy and understanding to clients who, due to the nature of employment law matters, face potentially life altering issues. Sara is also a member of the Employment Lawyers Association. Recognition Sara is extremely proud to have been a part of the Employment Law team who have won the Employment Team of the Year Award for three consecutive years (2022, 2023 and 2024) at the Sheffield & District Law Society Awards. She also advised alongside our wider commercial law team on a deal which won National / International Deal of the Year at the 2023 South Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards. In 2023, we were once again independently ranked for the fourth consecutive year as one of the ‘Three Best Rated’ Employment Solicitors in Sheffield, recognising our position as a leading provider in the region.
24 Glumangate, Chesterfield, S40 1UA
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Practice Areas
Employment
- Employment 100%
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About Sara Patel
Sara is a qualified Chartered Legal Executive. She has over 11 years’ experience in dealing with all aspects of HR and for 8 of these years she has specialised in Employment Law. Sara has a wealth of experience in representing claimants and respondents before the Employment Tribunal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal, and in judicial mediation. How Sara helps • Advising in relation to claims before the Employment Tribunal including unfair dismissal, constructive unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal and discrimination. • Drafting and reviewing of contracts of employment, policies and procedures and staff handbooks. • Advising on grievance and disciplinary matters. • Drafting and advising on settlement agreements, as well as undertaken negotiations. • Advising on redundancy rights • Advising on flexible working rights • Delivering various types of Employment Law training Expertise Sara’s previous employment in HR at the University of Sheffield, gives her an insight into both employer and employee perspectives, especially when dealing with matters relating to disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancy, discrimination and sickness absence. Prior to qualifying as a lawyer, Sara obtained a masters in the field of forensic psychology. With her academic and professional experience, Sara prides herself on being able to apply this knowledge within a legal setting, and demonstrate empathy and understanding to clients who, due to the nature of employment law matters, face potentially life altering issues. Sara is also a member of the Employment Lawyers Association. Recognition Sara is extremely proud to have been a part of the Employment Law team who have won the Employment Team of the Year Award for three consecutive years (2022, 2023 and 2024) at the Sheffield & District Law Society Awards. She also advised alongside our wider commercial law team on a deal which won National / International Deal of the Year at the 2023 South Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards. In 2023, we were once again independently ranked for the fourth consecutive year as one of the ‘Three Best Rated’ Employment Solicitors in Sheffield, recognising our position as a leading provider in the region.
Languages Spoken: English
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Paralegal
Banner Jones Limited
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Excellent Settlement Agreement Advice
All communications with Sara were polite and efficient. Git a great deal thanks to her.
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Redundancy Settlement
From my very first contact with Katie and subsequently with Sara, it has been so easy getting my settlement reviewed, adjusted and completed.
All their advice has been clear to understand and all communication promptly processed.
I'm glad I chose Banner Jones to represent me and will call on their services in future if required.
I will be recommending Banner Jones to my family if they need a Solicitor.
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Advice on Employment Matter
I received advice on a settlement agreement proposed by my employer. Sara explained what the paragraphs meant for me and successfully negotiated a few changes.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 18 March, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Amazing care and professionalism
Sara was very friendly and approachable.
At what has been a very challenging time, Sara has made me feel like I'm not alone.
I can't thank her, or the rest of the Banner Jones team, enough for their support, patience and efforts.
Thank you!
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 22 November, 2024
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Efficient, knowledgeable and Empathetic
Thank you Sara for your efficient response to my employment matter.
You have shown care, empathy and fairness towards the matter in question and are full of knowledge.
I would highly recommend using banner jones to anyone in my network.
Thank You
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 22 November, 2024
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Employment Law
Impeccable service from Sara and team from start to finish, couldn’t recommend more.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 04 September, 2024
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Employment Law Advice
Received good reassuring advice regarding a complex employment situation.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 16 July, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a good review. We are pleased that you have had a good experience with us.
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Employment matter
Having spent over 12 months still awaiting certain remuneration details within my contract, and having effectively been mis-sold the role, I spoke with Sara and Emily regarding options around my long notice period. Whilst it was resolved without the need for further action, their explanation of the options and suggested strategies gave me a strong negotiating position.
Thoroughly professional, and clear and lucid when explaining my options.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 02 May, 2024
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Settlement agreement
Good and efficient service. Although a little pricey I was offered a fixed rate over hourly however but chose not to take it.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 20 July, 2023
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Excellent Service
I have never dealt with Solicitors previously but found the information and assistance provided was made easy for us to understand and nothing was too much trouble. Sara and Annie were professional and friendly and guided us expertly to a successful conclusion.
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A representative from Banner Jones Solicitors responded to this review on 20 July, 2023
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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