Claire Christy
Withers LLP
Withers LLP
Client SatisfactionWithers LLP fields an agile team, which acts for many organisations of various sizes and structures. Its client base includes founders, start-ups and entrepreneurs, as well as large household names. It is best known for its expertise in the luxury brand market, and the financial sector. The group is also recognised for its work with national charities. In addition, it has a wealth of experience of working with family-owned businesses and family offices. The practice is collectively led by Meriel Schindler ; Claire Christy and Hugh More.
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Testimonials
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‘We have found the employers team at Withers to be very flexible and responsive - they recently assisted us with an investigation /complaint and were able to bring in additional resources to advise on reputational management and with respect to the governance of a charitable body.’
‘Hugh More and Alexandra Thompson gave robust and very timely support to the appointed complaint investigator and myself about how to address a very difficult situation. They listened, clarified issues as requested and advised us throughout the investigation process.’
‘The employment team are expert, responsive and commercial. They are good at considering the human angle alongside the legal.’
‘James Hockin is my go-to for all people related matters. He is highly expert and gives pragmatic and commercial advice. Highly recommended.’
‘Claire Christy is a very astute employment lawyer.’
‘Claire Christy - An excellent communicator, Claire is able quickly to analyse difficult cases and get straight to the point. She gets a great deal for her clients and knows where all the pressure points are on the other side. A problem-solver par excellence.'
'Claire is well-worth her salt. Libby Payne - Incredibly clever, but always measured and has excellent judgment. Clients love her, and rightly so.’
‘Alex Thompson has been a brilliant partner to us, and at points an extension of our team. She has done a great job in understanding our business and is able to tailor her advice accordingly.’
Key clients
- Henkel
- Omerta
- Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team (formerly Racing Point UK Limited)
- Guide Dogs
- The Edward James Foundation
Work highlights
- Advised Omerta on a significant bonus clawback case. The decision was appealed to the High Court on the basis that the bonus clawback was a restraint of trade and/or represented a penalty.
- Advising UK charity Guide Dogs on employment, immigration and pensions issues affecting its large (c1,500 employees) and varied workforce.
- Advising Aston Martin Racing Aramco Cognizant Formula One Team on all aspects of employment law, including its contracts, day-to-day HR issues and post-termination restraints.
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Meriel Schindler, Claire Christy, Hugh More