Laurie Child
MourantMourant is ‘knowledgeable in its field,’ providing assistance to the professional services sector on misconduct in regulated industries, unfair dismissals and discrimination proceedings, while on the non-contentious side advising on matters tied to the arrivals and departures of senior executives, incentive arrangements and more. Carla Benest heads the practice, frequently being instructed by financial services employers on claims before the Jersey Employment Tribunal and in relation to immigration matters and the securing of work permits. Laurie Child is sought after where collective employment issues arise, while Katie Phillips specialises in business immigration.
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Testimonials
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- 'Exceptional client service delivery from the employment law team in Jersey.'
- 'Carla Benest and Laurie Child are both highly experienced practitioners, offering clear and pragmatic advice. Responsive to all queries on a timely basis. No nonsense approach, and solution driven.'
- 'The team is very approachable, available when required and above all very knowledgeable in its field. They talk our language and understand our business and its culture.'
- 'Both Laurie Child and Carla Benest are our go-to individuals.'
- 'The employment team at Mourant is very professional, knowledgeable, know our business and always provide us the support we need.'
- 'I have been working with Carla Benest for many years and I like her approach to employment matters, having a wealth of knowledge and experience. We have been working with Laurie Child for a few years as well, and he is very helpful and knowledgeable.'
Key clients
- Public transport operator
- Occupational health services provider
Work highlights
- Defended a large local transportation operator in unfair dismissal proceedings before the Jersey Employment and Discrimination Tribunal.
- Secured a strikeout of a service provider discrimination claim against an occupational health service provider.
- Advised a client on the negotiated retirement of a senior equity partner.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Carla Benest
MourantPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Carla Benest