Employee

Employment Law Services For Employees

For every aspect of employment law we provide understanding, expert advice and representation to achieve the right result for you.

We understand that being unhappy and mistreated at work is a terrible experience that impacts all areas of your life and health. We will assist you to make the right decision and will pursue any claim you have to achieve a successful outcome.

We can provide an initial consultation so we can assess your situation and advise you on what claim(s) you may have.

Settlement Agreements

We frequently advise clients on the terms and effect of Settlement Agreements – making sure that before you sign on the dotted line you fully understand the content of the Agreement and the claims you are giving up the right to bring against your employer. We have repeatedly been successful in achieving very satisfactory terms for employees within a Settlement Agreement, following negotiation and representations on their behalf.

We can advise on the following:

Grievances at work
Breach of contract
All types of discrimination in the workplace – sex, race, sexual orientation, religion, disability and age
Harassment/bullying
Equal pay and equal treatment
Redundancy and reorganisation
Constructive dismissal
Unfair dismissal
Maternity/paternity/part-time workers rights
Flexible working requests
Agency worker rights
Business transfers – TUPE
Contract terms
Restrictions on post termination working

Most employment related claims require you to act quickly (usually within 3 months of the act complained of).

Therefore, do not delay and contact us today. We are here to listen and help produce solutions to the problem.

Early Conciliation

Adams Harrison supports the ACAS requirement for Early Conciliation.

Client Testimonials; Employee Employment Law Services

Jennifer Carpenter recently assisted Mr K with a settlement agreement.

Mr K found Adams Harrison from an online search and said “Jennifer Carpenter was very informative and responsive”.

Jennifer kept Mr K up to date with progress very well and he said the information was given in a way which was easy to understand. He said he would be certain to recommend Jennifer to others if they needed employment advice or representation.

Mr K. Haverhill. 1st Nov 2024Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Jennifer Carpenter recently assisted Mr D with a settlement agreement.

Mr D had previously been impressed with the firm’s professionalism on a Conveyancing transaction which led him to instruct the firm again for an Employment matter.

Mr D said “Jennifer Carpenter was very calm, helpful, informative and professional. She explained everything clearly and was always on hand to quickly answer any questions that I had. I valued her engagement and felt in safe hands at this delicate time”.

Mr D added “your professionalism and customer service approach is top notch. You will always be our first port of call for any legal support that we may need in the future”.

Mr D. Saffron Walden. 29th Aug 2024Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Mrs M was represented by Jennifer Carpenter in Employment Tribunal Proceedings for disability discrimination and has said she would be certain to recommend us to others.

Mrs M said “I am very satisfied with the legal assistance I received. All your support was outstanding. I do appreciate everything. Thank you.”

Mrs M. Cambridgeshire. 20th Aug 2024Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Jennifer Carpenter recently assisted Mr H from Cambridgeshire on an employment matter

He said “Jennifer Carpenter and her team handled my urgent employment issues in a timely manner with a high degree of professionalism. This was all the more impressive with much of the work being over a holiday period. All issues were resolved very satisfactorily”. Mr H added that he would not hesitate to recommend Jennifer’s services to others.

Mr H. Cambridgeshire. 3rd May 2024Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Jennifer Carpenter recently assisted Mrs E from Essex with an Employment matter.

Mrs E had already used the firm for another unconnected matter and was pleased that when she needed advice on an Employment matter Adams Harrison had the expertise to assist with this too. She said that Jennifer was very helpful and explained things promptly and clearly; that Jennifer was very proactive and exceeded the clients expectations regarding communications. Finally the client said “Professional firms seem to avoid human contact these days and I really liked the human connection”

Mrs E. Essex. 3rd May 2024Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Jenny recently acted for a Haverhill client giving advice on long term sick leave regarding the termination of their employment, including explaining and advising on terms of a Settlement Agreement.

The client said

“The staff I dealt with were faultlessly professional and friendly. Everything was explained clearly yet thoroughly and I would like to thank everyone that I had contact with for their time, effort and professional yet supportive approach.”

Haverhill Client. 21st Nov 2023Testimonial for Jennifer Carpenter

Jennifer Carpenter recently advised me on a settlement agreement. I chose Adams Harrison because they were local and all staff I dealt with were very good and responsive. Jennifer’s advice and the information she provided was excellent.

Mr M Saffron Walden 1st July 2022Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I instructed Jennifer Carpenter for employment advice. Without the need for proceedings or litigation Jennifer reached a settlement with my employer.

“Very good service from Jennifer. She dealt with the matter swiftly, professionally and obtained a good outcome for me. The staff were friendly and helpful and I am sure to recommend Adams Harrison to others.”

Mr K Cambridgeshire 22 March 2022Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I am very satisfied with the experienced advice and representation that I received from Jennifer.
It was exemplary.
Her two PAs, Helen and Carol were also exemplary.
The service I received from reception was excellent and I would be sure to recommend Adams Harrison

Mr F from Essex. 18th Jan 2022Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I wanted to express my gratitude as the situation was really stressful and you explained the legal aspects clearly and comprehensively, I couldn’t have asked for more.

Additionally, you didn’t pressurise me at all in my decision to accept the SA and this was something I really appreciated.

Ms G, Nr Cambridge. 12th July 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

My experience was excellent and I couldn’t be more grateful for this.
Jennifer made me feel at ease and made the whole situation so much easier to deal with.
I couldn’t recommend you guys enough. Thank you so much.

Ms B, Saffron Walden April 30th 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

Staff very friendly. Would recommend to others.

Mr H, Saffron Walden 6th April 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

Very approachable and friendly – was also very patient.

Good website – excellent receptionist who listened at first enquiry.

Ms M, Saffron Walden 6th April 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I was very satisfied with the overall service provided. The service from the reception team was excellent.
The advice I was given was clear and easy to understand; I was effectively kept up to speed about progress ; I was very satisfied with the speed of response to my enquiries and your efforts to keep me up to date about costs.
Staff were approachable, friendly and professional. I will use Adams Harrison again and will recommend them to, others.

Mr B. Haverhill. 29th March 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

Very satisfied with overall service. Reception team excellent.
Very satisfied with your efforts to keep me up to speed with progress. The advice and information I received was clear and easy to understand.
Staff were very helpful – friendly, approachable and professional. I was very satisfied with speed of responses to my enquiries and your efforts to keep me informed of costs.
I am certain to use you again and will recommend you to others.

Mrs H, Near Saffron Walden 26th March 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I was very satisfied with overall service. I had excellent service from your reception team.
The information and advice I received was clear, concise and easy to understand.
Staff were very friendly, professional and approachable; I was very satisfied with being kept up to date about progress.
I was very satisfied in relation to speed of response to enquiries I made and being kept informed of costs.

R. 25th March 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

Very satisfied with your service. You were friendly, professional, approachable and honest.
The service received by your reception team was excellent.
The advice received from you, was very clear and easy to understand.
Very satisfied with your efforts to keep me informed of progress.
I will use you again and will definitely recommend you to others.

Mr N, of Haverhill 24th March 2021For Jennifer Carpenter

For Jennifer Carpenter acting in relation to my termination of employment very recently:
“Thank you so much for all your help with my redundancy. I really appreciate it and you made the whole situation a lot less stressful for me.”
Mrs B

Mrs B.

I was updated regularly & anything I didn’t understand was explained fully with discussions regarding how to proceed.
All staff from reception to assistants to Jennifer herself were friendly & helpful at all times. My every question was dealt with both tactfully & professionally.
Because of the way that you have all helped me & responded to me I have already appointed your Haverhill office to process the conveyance on the sale of a house & the purchase of a bungalow …..”

Mrs D, Saffron Walden. 28th May 2021Review for Jennifer Carpenter

I just wanted to thank you for your time last week. You were so helpful and it was so reassuring.

Miss D.

Jennifer Carpenter, solicitor and partner in our dispute resolution department acted for Mrs F from Suffolk in relation to a contract dispute matter. She has kindly given her permission for her positive feedback to be published:

“Thank you for your very kind professional service in my time of need. It has been greatly appreciated. I was very impressed with your high level of service”

Mrs F