Strategy · April 2026
Practice Area
Employment & HR Law
Executive matters, disputes and day-to-day workforce counsel.
Overview
Employment law sits at the intersection of business strategy and human relationships. We act for both employers and senior individuals — from contract negotiation and reorganisations to grievance, disciplinary and tribunal work.
Our advice is delivered with discretion and an understanding that reputations, careers and culture are always at stake.
Our Approach
A clear path, from consultation to resolution.
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Initial Consultation
A confidential conversation to understand the matter, the people involved and the outcome you need.
02
Strategy Development
A clear, written plan — scope, timeline, budget and risks — agreed before work begins.
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Resolution & Delivery
Partner-led execution with regular updates, transparent fees, and a calm hand throughout.
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Meet our employment team
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Eleanor Whitfield
Managing Partner
Co-founder of SSJurists. Trusted M&A counsel to founders and boards for over 25 years.
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Marcus Aldridge
Head of Disputes
Strategic litigator with two decades of complex commercial dispute experience.
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Priya Shah
Partner, Family
Sensitive, strategic counsel through divorce and complex family finance.
Get in Touch
Enquire about Employment & HR Law
Share a brief outline of your matter. A partner from this team will respond within one business day.
Frequently Asked
Questions clients often ask
We offer fixed-fee, capped, and hourly arrangements. After the initial consultation we provide a written scope and budget before any work begins.