Our locations

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.

Your workforce issues solved with complete peace of mind.

.

Get your FREE consultation

Submit your details and one of our team will be in touch.

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

Client stories

What we can help with

Google Rating
4.8
Based on 151 reviews
js_loader

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 
manufacturing

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?  

Read more… 

 

breach-of-contract1.jpg

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.

Read more…

Getting the disciplinary process right_IMG

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.

Read more…