People Legal Solicitors

People Legal Solicitors in Alderley Edge, Cheshire

People Legal is a legal service provider committed to assisting both individuals and small businesses with high-quality employment law services. The firm’s mission is to offer the level of service one would expect from a national or international law firm, but at an affordable price. This is made possible by the founder, Chris McAvoy-Newns, who has extensive experience as a solicitor at such prominent law firms.

People Legal differentiates itself by adopting a modern approach to legal services. Clients can schedule appointments online, and key documents, as well as case updates, are accessible 24/7 through a secure client portal. For individuals, the firm offers free initial legal advice and a variety of funding options, including “no win no fee” arrangements. Their software allows clients to conveniently sign documents online, streamlining the collaboration process.

The firm has a broad spectrum of experience working with people and businesses across various sectors, including aviation, transport, energy, retail, financial services, recruitment, pharmaceuticals, beauty, education, and sports. Their work encompasses both pursuing and defending complex and high-value claims related to discrimination, whistleblowing, and unfair dismissal. An area of particular expertise involves managing “class actions” in the Employment Tribunal.

People Legal offers a wide range of services, including:

• Advising on disciplinary and dismissal processes.
• Providing guidance on employment-related complaints and grievances.
• Offering advice on matters of equality and whistleblowing.
• Supporting clients through the ACAS early conciliation process.
• Negotiating settlements.
• Providing advice and representation for Employment Tribunal claims, including advocacy.
• Conducting investigations into disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Advising on employment risks associated with business changes, such as outsourcings and acquisitions.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts of employment and service agreements.
• Drafting, reviewing, advising on, and negotiating settlement agreements.
• Conducting client training sessions for various audiences, including lawyers, line managers, HR experts, and employee relations managers.
• Offering workplace mediation services.

People Legal’s commitment to providing efficient and affordable legal services, along with their modern approach to client interactions, positions them as a valuable resource for individuals and small businesses in need of employment law support.