Weightmans LLP advises and acts on employment matters in various sectors, with a strong focus on the transport, healthcare, and higher education spaces. The team is led by Ben Daniel, a specialist in the transport sector, who is particularly involved in managing industrial disputes. Nick Newman regularly deals with Employment Tribunal litigation regarding unfair dismissals, whistleblowing claims and TUPE issues, among others; he also acts for medium to high-net-worth individuals.
Testimonials
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‘I've worked with Weightmans for many years now, and I have always found they provide an excellent service. Professional, commercial, responsive and friendly.’
‘The employment team is incredibly knowledgeable, providing expert guidance and advice on all issues. The team is responsive to immediate requests for assistance and is thorough in its preparation and advice. The customer service is excellent.’
‘Nick Newman is a fantastic lawyer and incredibly easy to work with. He instils confidence in dealing with any employment subject matter and translates complex legal arguments comfortably.’
‘The team are really supportive and helpful. They work closely together and will pick up each other's cases where needed.’
‘All of the team are very approachable, down to earth and provide advice that is clear and understandable and considering of the business implications.’
‘Organised and person-centred approach. In my experience, this has been consistent with everyone I’ve met at Weightmans. The knowledge and expertise of the solicitors and how legislation is interpreted is always well explained both verbally and in written correspondence.’
‘I cannot stress enough how the culture at Weightmans appears consistent throughout every interaction, and this really stands out. In particular, people are so polite, approachable, easy to talk to, and always give the best advice, guidance and due care and attention. Advice is always thorough and clear yet detailed enough to understand what is being explained in full context, which is always appreciated.'
‘The team really collaborate, helping us work through the problem before looking at the solution. They always seem to be one step ahead of us in our sector, which is a delight. They bring insight proactively from legal or regulatory changes that we should be considering, specifically as a growing business.’
Key clients
- FirstGroup
- National Express (Bus and Coach)
- Turners (Soham)
- Hoyer Group
- Brit European
- West Yorkshire Combined Authority
- Cafcass
- Phoenix Futures
- Harrogate & District NHS Foundation Trust
- Mid-Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
- Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
- St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- The Council of the Borough of Kirklees
- Leeds City Council
- Bradford Council
- University of Leeds
- Northumbria University
- Cumbria University
- CT4N
Work highlights
- Providing employment law support to a national transport provider.
- Providing employment law support to a number of Russell Group universities.
- Assisting a significant number of local authorities and public sector employers in respect of high-profile Employment Tribunal claims and complex internal issues arising out of diverse and varied workforces.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ben Daniel, Nick Newman