Kirsten Barry

Employment Law and Personal Injury

Kirsten Barry’s practice is split between employment law and personal injury with an emphasis on employment law. She specialises in all areas of employment work but has a particular interest in redundancy matters, constructive dismissal, disability discrimination, sexual harassment and public interest disclosure claims. Kirsten acts for both claimants and respondents and appears in tribunals nationwide. She acts regularly on behalf of a number of local authorities and undertakes work for several high-profile clients on a direct-access basis. In addition Kirsten has represented clients in internal disciplinary matters, grievance and appeal hearings. She has recently gained experience of the Professional Standards and Conduct Committee of the General Teaching Council, successfully representing a headmaster charged with serious professional misconduct. Kirsten is known for her friendly and down to earth manner. She provides clear, robust advice but is always sensitive to the situation and needs of her client.

Sheffield University (LLB Hons).