Simkins LLP has considerable experience of advising clients in the media and entertainment industries. Under the joint leadership of Susan Thompson and Victoria Willson, it advises on many issues such as seeking urgent injunctions, and defending Employment Tribunal claims. These claims range from unfair dismissal through to discrimination claims and whistleblowing. It supports on corporate restructures too. The group often advises on the exits of senior executives, and on breaches of restrictive covenants.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The employment team attracts some of the most challenging commercial employment disputes, evidenced by it successfully obtaining high court injunctions to protect the businesses and assets of its media and entertainment clients.’
‘Andrew Czechowski led on the High Court Employment issues. He is a rising star in employment disputes (whether in the High Court or employment tribunal) with tremendous tactical and commercial nous.'
Key clients
- Bella Figura Music Limited
- VINCI Construction UK Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Vinci Construction on a claim brought by Marrianne Martin. Ms Martin was a facilities manager who brought claims of harassment related to race and victimisation. All were struck out at a three-day hearing which concluded on 10 March 2023.
- Defending three disability discrimination claims brought by employees of Magdalene.