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We’re here to help you make confident, informed decisions - every step of the way.

Employment law is constantly evolving and so are the needs of your workforce. At Porter Dodson, we provide clear, practical advice to help you manage your people effectively, protect your business, and stay compliant.

 

Whether you're hiring, managing performance, or navigating complex employee relations, our experienced team is here to support you with pragmatic, cost-effective solutions.

How we help

We advise employers on a wide range of employment law matters, including:

  • Contracts of employment
  • Employment status & worker rights
  • Discrimination and less favourable treatment
  • Family rights and pregnancy
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Working time and annual leave
  • Pay, benefits, and bonuses
  • Equal pay
  • Agency and temporary worker rights
  • Rights of partners, senior executives, and directors
  • Part-time working
  • Disciplinary and grievance procedures
  • Performance and capability issues
  • Harassment and bullying
  • Retirement and redundancy
  • Sickness and incapacity
  • TUPE (business transfers)
  • Restrictive covenants and post-termination obligations
  • Unfair and constructive dismissal
  • Employment Tribunal claims and appeals

 

HR training & support

In addition to legal advice, we also offer bespoke training and leadership development to help your managers spot and manage issues early - reducing risk and building a stronger workplace culture. 

 

We work with trusted HR specialists and partners to offer additional services such as:

  • Psychometric testing and candidate assessment

  • Leadership training and mentoring

  • Organisational design and workforce planning

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I would like to thank Kate, Sarah and Vicky for your help throughout this process. Your support has made a tricky process much more manageable for us.

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I would like to thank Kate, Sarah and Vicky for your help throughout this process. Your support has made a tricky process much more manageable for us.

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Thank you to Abigail and Dawn. The service you have provided me has been excellent. Thank you for the swift action, communication and advice. Mostly thank you for the empathy and respect you have shown me during this process.

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