Protect your position with expert unfair dismissal solicitors. Our specialist employment law solicitors provide strategic advice in unfair and wrongful dismissal matters, ensuring your rights are protected and your compensation maximised.
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Defend Your Rights with A Leading UK Solicitor for Unfair Dismissal
At Cavendish Employment Law, our unfair dismissal solicitors specialise in representing senior professionals in complex and high-value cases. We act swiftly to challenge unfair procedures, inadequate investigations, and dismissals without lawful grounds.
Our employment law solicitors focus solely on employment disputes — ensuring the depth of expertise your case demands. We stand out for:
- Proven success in unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and constructive dismissal claims.
- Strategic representation for executives in finance, law, healthcare, and other regulated sectors.
- Expert negotiation of settlement agreements and no win, no fee options in qualifying cases.
- A discreet, senior-level service tailored to your career and reputation.
Every case is led by an experienced partner — no delegation, no generic advice — just focused, expert representation. Contact us today for your initial free assessment.
Speak to Our Employment Law Solicitors in London & The UK
If you’ve been treated unfairly or dismissed without due process, contact our specialist team. We offer an initial free assessment to determine whether you have a claim for unfair dismissal or wrongful dismissal, and we’ll explain your options clearly.
- Flexible fees including fixed-fee and no win, no fee options for qualifying cases.
- Rapid response – same-day review of settlement agreements.
- Recognised excellence – Best Employment Law Firm 2025, Global 100 Awards.
Call 0207 965 7203 or contact us online to speak with a senior employment law solicitor today.
FAQs: Unfair Dismissal Solicitors UK
What is unfair dismissal?
Unfair dismissal is a statutory claim under the Employment Rights Act 1996. It occurs when your employer terminates your employment without a fair reason or fails to follow a fair procedure.
Our unfair dismissal solicitors regularly act for executives in challenging unlawful terminations and securing significant compensation.
What is wrongful dismissal?
Wrongful dismissal is a contractual claim brought when your employer breaches the terms of your contract — usually by failing to provide proper notice or pay during termination.
Our wrongful dismissal solicitors handle these cases alongside unfair dismissal claims, ensuring you recover every entitlement owed to you.
What is constructive dismissal?
Constructive dismissal arises when you resign because your employer has fundamentally breached your employment contract — for example, by cutting your pay, demoting you, or creating an intolerable working environment.
Our employment law solicitors UK are experts in proving constructive dismissal for senior executives and negotiating strong settlements.
Can you claim unfair dismissal under 2 years?
In most cases, you need two years’ continuous service to bring an unfair dismissal claim. However, there are key exceptions. You may still claim unfair dismissal if the termination was linked to:
- Whistleblowing (making a protected disclosure)
- Discrimination (gender, race, age, disability, etc.)
- Maternity or paternity rights
- Health and safety concerns
- Trade union activity or asserting a statutory right
Our specialist solicitors for unfair dismissal can quickly assess whether your dismissal falls within these exceptions.
How to prove unfair dismissal?
To prove unfair dismissal, you must show that:
- Your employer did not have a legally “fair” reason for dismissal (such as misconduct, capability, redundancy, or “some other substantial reason”), or
- The procedure followed was procedurally unfair — for example, your employer failed to investigate properly, withheld evidence, denied your right to representation, or refused an appeal.
Our unfair dismissal solicitors specialise in uncovering these procedural and factual flaws — especially in high-value executive cases where reputations and careers are on the line.
What is the average payout for unfair dismissal, UK?
There is no fixed average payout for unfair dismissal in the UK, as compensation depends on factors like salary, loss of benefits, and future earnings. We focus on high-value claims for senior professionals, securing employment law case results such as:
- £1 million bonus against a global bank.
- £250,000 settlement in an age discrimination case.
- £5 million negotiated exit for a senior executive.
Our employment law solicitors aim to achieve the maximum possible compensation through skilful negotiation or Employment Tribunal awards.
