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How The Employment Solicitor Compares

Value for money

This firm - 99%
National Average
Poor Competitive Excellent

Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of The Employment Solicitor on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using The Employment Solicitor. These questions include:

  • Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
  • How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
  • Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
  • Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
  • Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 2%
Overpriced 0%
About Right 97%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used The Employment Solicitor and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.

You can use this data to see how The Employment Solicitor performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 100%
No 0%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used The Employment Solicitor and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how The Employment Solicitor compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 100%
No 0%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that The Employment Solicitor offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

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Client Reviews

5.0/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    260
  • Very Good

    3
  • Average

    1
  • Poor

    1
  • Awful

    0

Overall experience

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  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
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  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
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June 28, 2025

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Negotiating settlement agreement

I went to Helen initially for general advice in a frustrating situation at work. She was very pragmatic and realistic from the start giving me a fair view on my options and risks. While negotiating the settlement agreement, Helen also guided me to a fair value which in the end was higher than I had expected. Would highly recommend

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C Moss

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C Moss

June 27, 2025

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A Seamless and Professional Experience – A Happy Client

To whom it might concern,

I had the pleasure of working with The Employment Solicitor during a recent redundancy process, and I cannot recommend them highly enough — in particular, senior solicitor Lauren Bayliss.

From our initial Teams meeting through to final email correspondence, Lauren handled the entire settlement with clarity, efficiency, and a genuinely professional personal touch. What could have been a drawn-out or stressful process was instead carried out seamlessly and swiftly — completed in just a matter of days.

Lauren’s approach was both reassuring and meticulous, ensuring every detail was addressed while keeping the communication straightforward and supportive throughout.

Bravo, Lauren! I’m a genuinely happy client and would wholeheartedly recommend The Employment Solicitor to anyone navigating a similar situation.

— C. Moss

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Darren

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Darren

June 27, 2025

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Outstanding support and guidance

I had an outstanding experience with Helen, an exceptional employment solicitor who went above and beyond to secure a favorable settlement agreement for me. From the outset, Helen was proactive, professional, and genuinely invested in my case. Her expertise in employment law was evident as she provided clear, practical advice, ensuring I always fully understood my options. She took the initiative to pro-actively advise on the best negotiating strategy on my behalf, resulting in a settlement that exceeded my expectations. Helen’s responsiveness and attention to detail made the process smooth and ensured minimal stress. I highly recommend Helen to anyone needing expert legal support in employment matters – her dedication and skill delivered fantastic results!

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Karl Nicholson

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Employment Law

Karl Nicholson

June 26, 2025

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Brilliant!

I’ve had the privilege of working with Helen during a complex employment matter, and her support has been nothing short of outstanding.

Helen is sharp, measured, and incredibly effective. She brings not only deep legal expertise but also a calm, pragmatic approach that makes navigating difficult situations feel manageable. She communicates with clarity, offers sound, balanced advice, and always keeps sight of both the legal and human dimensions of a case.

What really stands out is Helen’s responsiveness and her ability to cut through complexity without ever losing empathy. She’s been a steady and reassuring presence throughout; someone you immediately trust to get things done the right way.

Simply put, Helen is everything you’d want in an employment solicitor: knowledgeable, strategic, and unwaveringly professional.

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Annie Taylor

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Employment Law

Annie Taylor

June 25, 2025

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Positive interactions and feedback

My experience with Helen and her team has made a significant difference in approaching challenges I faced within the workplace due to my disability. With a strong and professional team Helen gave me confidence to strive for positive changes and help me to believe in myself. The whole team gives support and has immense knowledge in the law, enabling me to make decisions that were right for me. The team give a first class service, with concise and clear advice. Helens team has an honest, professional and efficient outlook and are very approachable at all stages. I would recommend Helen and her team.

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Charles

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Settlement Agreements

Charles

June 25, 2025

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Settlement Agreement

Going through a redundancy process for the first time, I picked The Employment Solicitor after an online search, thanks to the transparency and clarity of their website. I was pleased to find out that this first good impression was confirmed once I got in touch with the agency.
All the people I dealt with at The Employment Solicitor took their time to listen to my circumstances and were generally very helpful. I felt that I was in safe hands for bringing to an end what had been a very stressful situation for me. I already recommended The Employment Solicitor's services to a former colleague and will not hesitate to do so again in the future.

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Ian

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Employment Law

Ian

June 19, 2025

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What a fantastic law firm!

I needed some employment advice quickly and received clear and honest feedback which allowed me to make plans. Everyone I dealt with was friendly, honest and the communication was first class. I would thoroughly recommend!!

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Emmanuel

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Employment Law

Emmanuel

June 17, 2025

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Great Legal Service

Not sure what to expect, but was a great service from all involved.
The legal advisor took their time to explain each line item in my contract providing necessary advice and support

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Andy

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Employment Law

Andy

June 04, 2025

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Settlement Agreement

A very professional, supportive, and prompt service.

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Gary

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Employment Law

Gary

June 03, 2025

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Highly, highly recommend

Lauren, Ellen and Alex were exceptional with what was a very difficult case. They explained every little detail of the case to me and where my employer was in the wrong. They were extremely professional with everything they handled and all the paperwork and evidence they needed to send over was done with extreme detail, making my case very strong. They were also extremely friendly and made talking with them an absolute pleasure which really helps in a difficult process. Their knowledge, expertise and support was phenomenal!

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Nicholas

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Employment Law

Nicholas

June 04, 2025

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Nicholas

The Employment Solicitor provided outstanding service, and I had the pleasure of working with Zakia Tariq, who was exceptional throughout. She was professional, knowledgeable, and highly responsive, making complex legal matters easy to understand and guiding me through every step with confidence and care. Zakia’s calm, strategic approach and attention to detail gave me reassurance during a challenging time. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking expert support in employment law. A truly 5-star experience.

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Charlie

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Employment Law

Charlie

April 27, 2025

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Charlie

My lawyer was amazing throughout the whole process and supported me in securing the resolution I was after.

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Shmaila

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Employment Law

Shmaila

April 08, 2025

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Shmaila

I have used Zakia for employment matters on a few occasions. She is excellent at what she does. As someone who has gone through difficulties in my employment Zakia has bought compassion and understanding along with a great deal of knowledge. Both outcomes of my cases were positive due to her management of them. I highly recommend this firm and Zakia.

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March 13, 2025

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Nathan

The Employment Solicitor (aka The Specialist Law Group Limited) have been a great assistance to me.

From their knowledge of employment law (of course) but through to their understanding of my neurological differences (I have Asperger's) and how to communicate with me have been invaluable.

From the off, they explained what my options were and what expectations I should or could have but, at the same time, they never put me under any pressure to settle my dispute with my former employer, rather, instead, took a stance of, ‘If you are not happy, then don’t settle’, whilst explaining the consequences and risks of not settling in a reasonable and honest way.

I have been very happy with this firm, including those with whom I have dealt with specifically and more often, including Jenna, Kerry and the boss, Helen, but also everyone else who I dealt with perhaps once or twice only!

Also, and importantly, this firm is also not solely ‘money orientated’ like some other solicitor firms have been in my past experience. Of course, they are a business, not a charity, but, unlike many law firms, they don’t simply see ‘£’ signs every opportunity they have to write a letter or email or answer a telephone call.

Would I recommend them? Yes. 100%. And if I ever need a solicitor to represent me in a similar case in the future, I’ll be calling them again! But I really hope that I’ll never need to, though.

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Gareth

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Employment Law

Gareth

November 14, 2024

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Gareth

This is a very professional firm. Zakia Tariq, a senior solicitor assisted me with a complex employment matter. She displayed a great deal of legal acuity, was clear in what was attainable and resolute in her approach. She is a confident, clear minded individual with a great deal of personal warmth and professionalism. Thank you Zakia!

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Description

Within a very short time of trading, our feedback and results showed we had something special to offer both employees and employers. As a result of our different approach being welcomed by so many, our growth has been unprecedented. We do not chase recognition within the legal profession and instead measure our success by the feedback and the results that we achieve for our clients. We only employ people with passion and drive to contribute towards our incredible journey.

Practice areas

Employment Law advice | Disciplinary and Grievance | Redundancy | Discrimination and Harassment | Settlement Agreements | Exit Planning | Employment Tribunal Claims | Employment Tribunal Representation | Contracts, Policies and Staff Handbook | Crisis Management and Restructure | Unfair Dismissal | Constructive Unfair Dismissal | Whistleblowing | Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Outsourced HR | Training | Coaching.

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Solicitors Regulation Authority

Legal services

Personal areas of law

  • Employment
    • Agency Staff / Temp Workers
    • Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
    • Disciplinary Hearings
    • Discrimination at Work
    • Employee Team Moves
    • Employment Contracts
    • Equal Pay Disputes
    • Family Leave
    • Flexible Working
    • Gardening Leave
    • Harassment/Bullying at Work
    • Holiday Pay Issues
    • Maternity and Paternity
    • Part Time Workers
    • Pension Law
    • Privacy and Data Protection
    • Professional Discipline
    • Redundancy
    • Restrictive Covenants
    • Senior Executives
    • Settlement Agreements
    • Stress at Work
    • TUPE
    • Tribunal Claims
    • UK Employment Laws
    • Unfair Dismissal Claims
    • Whistleblower Protection

Business areas of law

  • Company & Commercial
    • Commercial Law
    • Employment - business