Wrigleys Solicitors LLP specialises in advising charities and educational establishments on the full breadth of employment issues, with a particular emphasis on assisting trustees. Chris Billington heads the practice in Leeds, with expertise cutting across data protection, senior staff, employment contracts, worker statements, and trustee disputes; he works alongside Sue King, who, in addition to working closely with the firm’s wider charities and pensions offering, specialises in discrimination issues before the Employment Tribunal.
Testimonials
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‘We have always been very pleased with the work and advice we have received from Wrigleys, whether this is ad hoc HR advice on employee relations or a larger piece of project work. They are attentive, understand our business, and are flexible and willing to provide tailored advice at all times.’
‘Alacoque Marvin was our main contact and is excellent. She understands our business needs, will always offer tailored advice, and works hard with us to ensure the right outcomes.'
‘The employment law team has a great understanding of the needs of the NFP sector and are willing to share ideas and to help support our clients, even if it is for a limited piece of work. I like the in-depth understanding of the sector, which includes active involvement with at least one of the governing bodies, which helps to provide some additional insight where this will help the client.’
‘I work mainly with Sue King. She is very approachable and pragmatic in her approach. Where I have helped to provide client introductions, they have also been very complimentary about Sue and her team. They like the approach and practical ideas they bring.’
‘The practice are friendly and approachable. Nothing is too much trouble.’
‘They have passion in what they do and you feel they really do care.’
‘The team at Wrigleys demonstrates a great knowledge of the charity sector and of the locality, so the advice they offer is tailored and practical. Because they have the specialism, they are able to alert us to changes in law that we need to consider and know what the likely impact is going to be for us.
‘Sue King has been particularly helpful and responsive.’
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Billington