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Employment Lawyers in Edinburgh
You’re facing a difficult employee dilemma and want to know where you stand legally. You might think your only option is to consult a traditional law firm, but there is a better solution.
WorkNest is a different kind of Employment Law support. We offer the same qualified Employment Lawyers and personalised service with the reassurance of fixed costs rather than hourly fees. That way, you can pick up the phone to dedicated Employment Law experts as often as you need – with document drafting and other tools included – without worrying about the bill.
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Who we are | Employment lawyers in Edinburgh
Legal support from local experts
WorkNest provides exceptional employment law support to Scottish businesses. Our fixed-fee service empowers employers to manage their employees in line with the law.
Based right in the heart of Edinburgh New Town, our team of local Employment Lawyers are experienced in all kinds of employment-related matters, from common employee relations issues such as misconduct and performance problems to complex challenges such as discrimination, redundancy and TUPE.
We’re not just here for when things go wrong; with unlimited access to your own small team of dedicated Employment Law specialists, you can speak to a lawyer whenever you have a workforce query, need to adapt to changes in the law, or just want a second opinion. And with more qualified solicitors than any of our fixed-fee competitors, you can be sure you’re getting good advice.
Whether you’re an independent retailer or school, work in financial services or in the tourism trade, our combination of local knowledge, sector experience and legal expertise makes us the smart option for Edinburgh businesses looking for employment law support.
We have Employment
Lawyers based in Edinburgh
Email us | enquiries@worknest.com
Call us | 0141 846 0365
Meet the team
Our people are the most important part of our service.
From our highly-qualified advisory teams that deliver dedicated support to our clients, to our back-office teams that ensure a smooth service, we’re exceptionally proud of the team we have.
Who you’ll be working with
Angela Carter
Director of Legal Services
Toyah Marshall
Head of Team
Toyah Marshall
Principal Employment Law Adviser
Client stories
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Gus Hosein
Executive Director, Privacy International
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WorkNest supports our 280 staff members with Employment Law and Health & Safety and has provided quality management training too.”
Lisa Best
Head of Service Delivery, Catalyst Choice
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We get a great deal of comfort and satisfaction knowing that we have support as and when we need it, in a decisive and responsive way.”
Richard Berry
Group HR Director, Culina Group
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We moved our legal support to WorkNest (formerly Law at Work) having previously used a time and line law firm. It was important, though, that an all-inclusive fee structure did not come at the expense of quality. Thankfully we’ve been delighted with the service we’ve received from WorkNest.”
Chief Executive
Waverley Care
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What we recognised in WorkNest is the background that they have. They are able to supply knowledge and experience in a number of disciplines, which enables us to develop our business in a way that’s safe, to do it on time and with a quality to it.”
Debbie Rainbow
Director of Human Resources and Health & Safety,
Bluestone National Park Resort
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Celia McKeon
Chief Executive, The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT)
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As the company started to get larger, we knew we had to protect our employees and our contractors both onsite and in the offices. WorkNest is exactly what we needed to move the company forward.”
Joanne Beaver
Operations Director, Beaverfit
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Pineapple have worked with the team at WorkNest (formerly Law at Work) since 2003, and we have built a trusted partnership together. We particularly like WorkNest’s concise and practical advice concerning employment law/HR issues and also appreciate their totally supportive approach in all areas of health and safety.”
General Manager
Pineapple Dance Studios
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I’ve taken WorkNest into every organisation that I’ve worked with. I’ve introduced them to many teams and many colleagues and referred them with absolute pleasure because I genuinely trust in the service that we get.”
People Director, The Works
What we can help with
COVID-19
Being Employment Law Compliant
If you often find that you’re not sure of the best course of action when faced with difficult employee dilemmas, or you’re conscious that your policies and procedures might not comply with best practice, WorkNest can reduce your risk of claims through dedicated, expert support.
Absenteeism
Bogged down in low-level absence or facing a particularly tricky situation? Our experts can help you deal with bogus absences, long-standing conditions that may be disability-related, and everything in between.
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Disciplinary
Whether you feel completely out of your depth or just want the reassurance of a second opinion, we’ll find out what you want to do, help you explore options and risks, and work with you to manage misconduct quickly, effectively and in line with the law.
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Employment Tribunals
Worried about the rising threat of employee claims? We help organisations proactively reduce their exposure through pragmatic advice, with the reassurance of expert Litigation support should a claim arise.
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Grievance
From setting up a grievance procedure to holding a hearing and managing appeals, we’re here to walk you through the process so that you can resolve issues quickly, compliantly and with minimal disruption to your organisation.
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Performance Management
Managing performance can be a large undertaking for time-poor managers. If you don’t have the time or expertise, our Employment Law and HR specialists can help with everything from process advice to policies and frameworks.
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COVID-19
Managing COVID-19
Furlough, self-isolating staff, refusals to work and even redundancy – coronavirus (COVID-19) has created numerous employment obstacles. Our free-to-use Coronavirus Advice Hub contains hundreds of resources to help you tackle these issues head on.
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Redundancies
Whether you’re looking at single redundancies or collective consultation, navigate the process as painlessly as possible and limit the potential for claims with our end-to-end redundancy support.
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Upskilling Managers
Keen to upskill in essential HR topics and legal compliance? Looking for ongoing support in the form of a responsive helpline? We offer a range of solutions designed to help managers carry out their role confidently and effectively.
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95% Client satisfaction rate
97% Client retention rate
Why choose us?
Experts in Employment Law & HR
At WorkNest, we’re known for our bespoke service and the quality of our support. Not only is our expertise unmatched, but we take the time to know you so that we can function as a true extension of your team.
- Your own small team of dedicated experts
- Commercial, pragmatic advice tailored to you
- Bespoke contracts, policies and handbooks
- Trusted by over 40,000 organisations
- Recognised as a leading firm by The Legal 500
Continuous employment, or continuity of service, is a concept that is absolutely essential for all employers to understand. Continuous employment refers to the length of time an employee has worked for an employer without a break. But what constitutes a break in employment, and why does continuous employment matter?
Circumstances can change, but can you withdraw a job offer? Depending on the type of job offer you have made to a prospective employee, you may or may not be able to withdraw it. However, prevention is always better than the cure, so it’s very important to determine whether an applicant really is suitable for the role, and to be aware of your current circumstances.
When disciplining an employee, it’s incredibly important that you follow a fair procedure and understand how to respond to common curveballs, such as the employee resigning partway through the process. From guiding you through the necessary procedural steps to advising on appropriate sanctions, it’s a good idea to have expert employment law advice on hand to make managing the disciplinary process as painless as possible.
