With the ‘good, experienced’ Adam Hugill at the helm, Hugill & Ip is frequently instructed by domestic and global corporations to handle high-profile workplace discrimination and harassment cases, often dealing with High Court appeals and Labour Tribunal proceedings. The team is heavily accustomed to breach of employment contract and constructive dismissal claims, with Hugill being an expert in all aspects of contentious and advisory employment-related work. The group is described as possessing a ’wealth of experience’ and being ‘very strong’.

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  • ‘Hugill & IP is a boutique firm, but the team there has a wealth of experience in giving professional and practical advice. They are very strong in employment law, probate and wealth management.’

  • ‘Adam Hugill is a good, experienced lawyer who cares about the client, and thinks of clients' needs. He is willing to invest time and effort in understanding client's issues and provides the best advice.'

Key clients

  • Carlsberg
  • Manulife
  • Amazon
  • Hargreaves Services – UK plc.
  • Olympus Global
  • Lim Advisors
  • Secretariat Global
  • Venchi
  • AEON
  • Recaro

Work highlights

  • Advising medical instruments manufacturer Quasar in connection with the termination of a senior employee and post-termination obligations and benefits.
  • Opposing Labour Tribunal Appeal related to the issuing of companies winding-up proceedings, garnishee proceedings and order for examination of debtors.
  • Acting for Manulife in connection with the enforcement of post-termination restrictions against a former Chief Financial Officer.

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Adam Hugill