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A Leading Legal 500 Firm of Employment Lawyers

Bridge Employment Law has recently been awarded the status of ‘leading firm’ in the UK Legal 500.

BRIDGE combines 25 years of proven expertise in employment law advice. For more information or to arrange a consultation please contact us today. Call us on 01904 360 295 or contact us online.

Employment Law for Senior Executives York

BRIDGE Employment Law is the trusted choice for senior executives and directors in York who need expert employment law advice. Our York-focused team is led by Employment Lawyers Lee Stephens, David Rogers, Shaun Pinchbeck, and Emma Grace, all recognised for their expertise in complex, high-level employment matters.

Senior executives regularly face legal challenges that require specialist knowledge and a confidential approach. BRIDGE Employment Law delivers focused support to help you manage these issues with confidence. If you are a senior executive or director in York seeking specialist employment law guidance, contact BRIDGE Employment Law today for a confidential consultation.

Why Senior Executives in York Choose BRIDGE Employment Law

Senior executives and directors in York operate in a dynamic environment where legal issues can be sensitive and high-stakes. Our team understands the unique pressures faced by those in leadership roles and provides clear, strategic advice designed to protect your interests. We work with clients from a range of sectors, including finance, technology, and professional services, ensuring our advice is relevant and practical.

BRIDGE Employment Law is recognised for handling intricate, high-value employment cases. Our approach is always client-centred, with a strong focus on achieving positive outcomes for senior executives. We take time to understand your situation and provide advice that is both pragmatic and results-driven.

How BRIDGE Employment Law Supports Senior Executives

  • Contract Review and Negotiation: We carefully review and negotiate service agreements and executive contracts, safeguarding your rights and interests. Our lawyers identify potential issues and secure favourable terms.
  • Bonus, Incentive and Share Schemes: We provide guidance on complex remuneration arrangements, including bonuses, incentive plans, and share options, helping you maximise benefits while managing risk.
  • Dispute Resolution: Our team manages sensitive disputes such as discrimination, whistleblowing, unfair dismissal, and constructive dismissal claims, resolving issues efficiently and discreetly.
  • Exit Strategies: We assist senior executives in navigating departures, negotiating exit packages, and addressing restrictive covenants to ensure a smooth and fair transition.
  • Internal Investigations: We offer support to executives involved in or affected by internal investigations, providing clear advice and protecting reputations throughout.
  • Regulatory and Compliance Advice: We advise on regulatory matters relevant to senior roles, including corporate governance and fiduciary duties, helping you maintain compliance and avoid pitfalls.
  • Reputation Management: Our team helps manage reputational risks linked to high-profile exits or disputes, handling sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.

What Sets BRIDGE Employment Law Apart in York

  • Experienced Team: Lee Stephens, David Rogers, Shaun Pinchbeck, and Emma Grace lead a team with extensive experience in employment law for senior executives, ensuring you receive expert guidance.
  • Sector Expertise: We work with clients from a variety of sectors, including finance, technology, and professional services, enabling us to provide relevant, practical advice.
  • Client-Focused Approach: We listen attentively to your needs and deliver pragmatic, results-driven advice aimed at achieving your goals.
  • Rapid Response: We provide timely, clear guidance, often offering same-day advice for urgent matters. Our team is accessible and responsive when you need support.
  • Reputation Protection: We help maintain your professional reputation during sensitive negotiations or disputes, managing high-profile matters with discretion.

A Recognised Leader in Employment Law

BRIDGE Employment Law is proud to be acknowledged as a leading firm in the UK Legal 500. The Legal 500 evaluates law firms globally, highlighting those that offer innovative and forward-thinking legal advice. With more than 25 years of experience, BRIDGE provides trusted and expert employment law guidance to clients.

Real-Life Scenarios: How We Help Senior Executives in York

Senior executives often face situations that require specialist legal advice. Here are examples of how BRIDGE Employment Law has assisted clients in York:

  • Negotiating New Contracts: We have helped senior executives secure favourable terms for new roles, ensuring contracts reflect their seniority and protect their interests.
  • Resolving Disputes: Our team has successfully managed disputes involving discrimination, whistleblowing, and unfair dismissal, achieving fair outcomes with minimal publicity.
  • Managing Exits: We have guided executives through the process of leaving roles, negotiating exit packages and addressing restrictive covenants to ensure smooth transitions.
  • Handling Internal Investigations: We have supported executives involved in internal investigations, providing clear advice and protecting reputations throughout the process.
  • Advising on Regulatory Matters: We have assisted senior executives in navigating complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and reducing risk.

Why Senior Executives in York Require Specialist Legal Advice

Senior executives encounter unique legal challenges that demand expert handling. Complex contracts, high-value disputes, and reputational risks are common for those in leadership roles. BRIDGE Employment Law offers the expertise and discretion needed to manage these matters effectively.

Led by Lee Stephens, David Rogers, Shaun Pinchbeck, and Emma Grace, our team is recognised for its practical, commercial approach and strong results. Whether negotiating a new role, facing a dispute, or planning an exit, BRIDGE Employment Law delivers the support you need to achieve the best outcome.

Discover More About Our Support for Senior Executives

For further information on how BRIDGE Employment Law can assist you, or to explore our Frequently Asked Questions, visit our dedicated page for directors, senior executives and partners.

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How to Get Started with BRIDGE Employment Law

Getting started with BRIDGE Employment Law is straightforward. If you are a senior executive or director in York seeking specialist employment law advice, contact us today for a confidential consultation. Our team, led by Lee Stephens, David Rogers, Shaun Pinchbeck, and Emma Grace, is ready to help you resolve your employment matter with clarity and confidence.

We offer a range of services designed for senior executives, including contract review, dispute resolution, exit strategy advice, and more. Our lawyers are responsive and accessible, ensuring you receive the support you need when you need it.

Contact our Employment Lawyers for Senior Executives in York

For expert employment law advice for senior executives in York, contact BRIDGE Employment Law today. Our team, led by Lee Stephens, David Rogers, Shaun Pinchbeck, and Emma Grace, is ready to help you resolve your employment matter with clarity and confidence.

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LEE STEPHENS
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David Rogers

DAVID ROGERS
Director and Senior Solicitor

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Shaun Pinchbeck

SHAUN PINCHBECK
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EMMA GRACE
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    WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    • Lee and his team at Bridge employment law did an excellent job for me. The advice received was professional, timely and pragmatic. The outcome achieved was acceptable to all parties and was completed within the agreed commercial framework. A good piece of work, thank you. I would not hesitate to recommend Bridge Employment Law to my professional contacts.

      Director - Engineering and Construction

    • We wouldn’t recommend anyone else the support have had from the team at BRIDGE has been excellent

      Practice Manager, Veterinary Practice, Yorkshire

    • Thank you so much for all your help and support our practice is a better place now, we couldn’t have achieved the outcome without the team at BRIDGE

      GP Surgery, UK

    • “the team at B R I D G E understand the demands of our veterinary practice and make commercial recommendations explaining our options clearly – they have helped with everything from ensuring our employment documentation is up to date to advising on a complex employment dispute, with their help we achieved an excellent outcome….[we] could not recommend anyone else but BRIDGE”

      Veterinary Surgery, Surgeon & Director, Yorkshire region

    • I used Bridge Employment Law in connection with the completion of my Settlement Agreement and would recommend them and in particular Emma to anyone who requires employment legal advice. I particularly found Emma to be very knowledgeable, understanding and compassionate at a time I found myself in a difficult and stressful position.

      Anonymous

    • I have engaged the services and advice of Lee a number of times with regards to HR and always found his support very pragmatic, professional and commercial. I was always impressed how he maintained awareness of the end goal and drew up a plan to ensure this was always achieved with cost management in mind. A world of HR knowledge and advice always there. I would highly recommend Lee and will continue to engage his support in the future.

      Martin Russell, Managing Director

    • Lee is our first port of call for employment law advice. He takes a commercially orientated approach, tailored to each situation, and is mindful of the nature and size of our business. His support has guided the organisation through challenges with clarity, given confidence to our team and enabled us to make decisions based on sound professional advice. His charges are fair and his service is valued.

      Alison Flannery - MD - www.swift-research.co.uk

    • Lee and his team at Bridge HR did a superb job. When dealing with an alien environment it's important to have the best advice, a balanced view between the emotion and the legal perspective. Good guidance and clear pricing was central throughout the process delivering a good result.

      Craig Kavanagh, Director

    • I have worked with Lee for over 3 years now on employment and HR issues. Lee gave me invaluable advice on the sale of my business and subsequent employment contract. He is commercially focussed, personable and I trust his advice 100%. His in depth knowledge and judgment has been first class and I would not hesitate in recommending his legal services to any of my professional connections.

      Chris Worthington - Managing Director, SME owner, Recruitment Company

    • I have used Bridge employment and in particular Lee Stephens to assist with a number of employment related issues. I have found them to be very professional and supportive in dealing with sometimes very complex issues. Helping both the company and the employees come to an amicable resolution. I would recommend their services to anyone and everyone as we have always received first class advise on all potential possibilities allowing us to make clear informed decision. Thank you

      www.whirlowdale.com - www.whirlowdale.com