Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell handles a range of breach of contract proceedings, whistleblowing and harassment claims, and disciplinary actions. The team is spearheaded by ‘well-respected figure in the market’ Shah Qureshi, who advises on race discrimination under the 2010 Equality Act and also handles restrictive covenant work. Other key team members include Deborah Casale and Danielle Parsons, who provide senior executives with expertise in unfair dismissal claims.
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Testimonials
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‘Shah Qureshi is a fabulous lawyer with gravitas and a deep understanding of his niche practice.'
‘Irwin Mitchell is a small but powerhouse team specialising in senior executive work, particularly in financial services.’
‘Shah Qureshi heads the team and is a hugely experienced and well-respected figure in the market. Deborah Casale has carved out an enviable niche in financial services work in which she is a calm, level-headed and pragmatic adviser to senior executives.’
Work highlights
- Representing a senior consultant surgeon in whistleblowing claims.
- Representing a female senior executive in a race discrimination claim against an oil company.
- Representing a senior executive director at an investment bank in whistleblowing claims with respect to the checks and controls within investment banks.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Shah Qureshi