Simon is an employment and discrimination law specialist, with a wide-ranging practice in the employment tribunal, High Court and appellate courts. He has extensive experience of employment law and has frequently been instructed in complex and high-value claims. He has particular expertise in discrimination law, but his practice covers the full range of employment cases, including industrial relations, TUPE, whistle blowing and contractual disputes. Simon also undertakes disciplinary and regulatory work and conducts investigations, particularly in the health care and higher education sectors, and has a growing pensions and data protection practice. Recent reported cases include: Lock v British Gas (ECJ, EAT and CA) and Fulton v Bear Scotland No. 2 (EAT) - leading cases on holiday pay; R ex p. Boots Management Services Ltd v CAC (HC and CA) - trade union recognition; Dronsfield v Reading University (EAT) – conduct dismissals for academic staff.
London Bar
Simon Cheetham KC – Old Square Chambers 'Simon has a good, relaxed style which goes down very well with clients and instructing solicitors alike. He never panics and always instils confidence in the way that he deals with the twists and turns of tribunal litigation. His advocacy is assured - you always want him on your side.'