Withers LLP
Client SatisfactionBoasting ‘unrivalled experience of the very senior executive market’, Withers LLP is extremely skilled in a range of senior executive employment matters, especially corporate reshuffling. Meriel Schindler heads up the group and is a key port of call for senior executives seeking advice on moving jobs, the negotiation of their service agreements and crisis situations. The group is ably supported by Elaine Aarons, who has wide-ranging sector expertise; Claire Christy, who manages complex exits and negotiations of settlement terms; James Hockin, who is experienced in disciplinary investigations; employment litigation expert Melissa Paz; Hugh More, who focuses on the contentious work; and Lisa Lewinsohn, a key contact for clients in the financial services space.
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Testimonials
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‘I found the practice to be extremely professional. It certainly lives up to its reputation. Clearly it is more expensive than local firms but the service, experience and response you get cannot be faulted. The differentiator for me were my contacts - the partners who I worked with were both highly skilled but also sensitive to the issues which were overwhelming at times.’
‘Claire Christy was my key partner. She is detail orientated, and highly skilled in clarifying the route through sone complex issues. In addition to her competency, she is also uniquely thoughtful, sensitive, and totally dedicated to supporting me in whatever way required. I feel very grateful to have found her - she has helped me through an incredibly difficult time.’
‘Very efficient in dealing with all aspects of legal issues. Easy access to different specialists if needed.’
‘Melissa Paz gained a thorough yet rapid understanding of my situation and objectives, wasting no billable hours on superfluous information. She provided an outstanding service which left me feeling protected at every stage. She was engaging, and there was a real sense of care and understanding which left me feeling that I would not hesitate to recommend her for any employment-related matter.’
‘Strong knowledge and experience of senior personnel departures from financial services firms.’
'James Hockin is responsive and creative.'
‘They have unrivalled experience of the very senior executive market, and they do respondent (employer) work. All to an extremely high standard.’
'Elaine Aarons is an exceptionally gifted lawyer. She and her team and fellow partners always go above and beyond. They are accessible, constructive and clear.'
Key clients
- Gillian Tett OBE
- Stuart Kirk
- Max Lewis
- Diego de Giorgi
- Jo Sykes
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Lisa Lewinsohn
Withers LLPNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
James Hockin
Withers LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Meriel Schindler