Travers Smith LLP is lauded for its ability to ‘come up with practical, cost-effective solutions to thorny legal problems that stump other firms’. In addition to advising on the people aspects of substantial corporate transactions, it is increasingly sought after by clients to advise on, or to conduct, highly sensitive and complex internal investigations. With Tim Gilbert at the helm, it has acted on significant litigation in both the Employment Tribunal and the High Court. A number of its matters have a cross-border component. Ed Mills has particular expertise in advising on and conducting whistleblowing and other complex investigations. Siân Keall, Adam Wyman and Ailie Murray are highly recommended.
Testimonials
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‘The work that I have done with Travers Smith has predominantly been in relation to investigations conducted on behalf of employers, particularly in the financial services industry. Ed Mills is a supremo in this field. He has impeccable judgment and is highly sensitive to clients' needs.’
‘Ailie Murray and Tim Gilbert are superstars in the employment law space. They are both extremely responsive and practical in their approaches to legal problems, and distil complex legal advice into proposed solutions that are easy for business colleagues to digest and act upon.’
‘Siân Keall: an excellent lawyer and adviser to our business. She understands us as a client, is unafraid to challenge and give unpopular advice, and is really thoughtful in her counsel. We have a strong relationship with Travers' employment team, through Siân.'
‘Siân Keall and Ailie Murray are wonderful partners - I recommend them all the time without hesitation. They embody all that is great about the practice as a whole.'
‘Siân Keall is the best employment partner I have worked with across many different firms, she delivers clear advice, isn't afraid to explain why your reaction is the wrong one and never loses sight of the big picture.’
‘Great commercial acumen and excellent communication skills. Always ready to find the most cost-effective and efficient solution for the clients. Ed Mills - proactive and commercially astute. Siân Keall - thought leader. Tim Gilbert - extremely insightful. Adam Wyman - very competent.’
‘Adam Wyman is a pleasure to work with. He has an in depth understanding of our business and has expertly provided advice direct to senior stakeholders. He always maintains a calm, caring and commercial approach.’
‘Ed Mills is "on it". As his client, he inspires confidence that the advice you receive is excellent and well thought through, both legally and practically. He is always available, but has an outstanding team around him.'
Key clients
- AIG
- Ambassador Theatre Group
- Aon
- David Lloyd
- EQT
- Foxtons
- Groupon
- Love Holidays
- M&G PLC
- OpenText
- Pets at Home
- Pfizer Inc
- Rede Partners LLP
- Royal Bank of Canada
- Telstra
- Western Union
Work highlights
- Conducting an independent investigation for NatWest Group plc into bank account closures by Coutts.
- Advising Access Group on a wide range of employment law matters, many of which are multi-jurisdictional in nature, including complex grievance and disciplinary issues, whistleblowing matters, global restructures and global mobility issues.
- Advising Inflexion Partnership Capital Fund on the employment aspects of Inflexion's purchase of a minority stake in the Healthcare division of GlobalData Plc, including a pre-sale reorganisation involving employees in 12 jurisdictions (including the UK).
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tim Gilbert