At Wollens, the employment practice fields a varied workload spanning tribunal and unfair dismissal claims, transactional support, and contractual negotiations. Practice had Jon Dunkley ‘cuts through technicalities and provides commercial solutions’ and has longstanding experience in the employment space, advising clients on day-to-day HR matters and disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • 'They provide a prompt, efficient and friendly service covering all aspects of employment law so I have no need or desire to go anywhere else.’

  • ‘Jon Dunkley leads the team. He has many years’ experience in employment law. He cuts through technicalities and provides commercial solutions. I particularly value his expertise on restrictive covenants.’

  • ‘We have had dealings with various departments within firm and have always found that from the first call or email our enquiries are dealt with in a professional and courteous manner with nothing ever feeling like a hassle.’

  • ‘Jon Dunkley has stood out for us. Having dealt with Mr Dunkley on a number of employment matters over the years, we feel he has taken the time to get to know our firm, and has always been able to make very complex matters come across as manageable.’

Key clients

  • Connie Bielby
  • North Devon District Council

Work highlights

  • Advised a local authority following the gross misconduct investigation and dismissal of an individual who had used council vehicles and personnel to help her move house during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Represented a hotel bar and housekeeper on her claims of pregnancy discrimination and unfair dismissal.
  • Defended an employment claim for over €300,000 brought in the Bergerac Labor Court by a former employee.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jon Dunkley