Employment Law Solicitors for Employees in Chelmsford

Employment Law Services We Provide to Employees

We act for employees across every level of seniority and industry, from newly recruited staff to senior managers and professionals. Our employment law solicitors for employees in Chelmsford regularly advise people working in construction, education, healthcare, retail, finance, hospitality, and public services. Whatever your situation, we take time to understand the pressures you’re under and tailor our advice to your circumstances.

We’re experienced in handling both individual and group claims, including:

• Unfair or constructive dismissal
• Redundancy and redundancy pay disputes
• Discrimination and harassment claims
• Breach of contract and unpaid wages
• Disciplinary and grievance proceedings
• Whistleblowing and victimisation
• Employment status disputes
• Settlement agreements

We’ll listen carefully to your story, review your evidence, and explain what options are available. Above all, we’re here to help you take informed, decisive action and secure a positive resolution that allows you to move on.

Our Employment Law Process: 

• Reviewing and negotiating employment contracts and settlement agreements
• Advising on internal investigations, disciplinary hearings, and grievances
• Providing advice during redundancy processes and restructures
• Representing clients before and during Employment Tribunal proceedings
• Handling discrimination, harassment, and equal pay matters
• Supporting whistleblowing and breach of contract claims

We’re committed to clear communication, practical advice, and results-driven support throughout your case.

Can I Make a Claim?

If your employer has breached your rights or acted unlawfully, you may be entitled to make a claim. This could involve being dismissed without a valid reason or proper procedure, being subjected to discrimination or harassment, or having your pay or contractual terms ignored.

We’ll start by reviewing your documents and gathering all the facts. Then we’ll explain whether you have grounds to bring a claim, what compensation might apply, and what steps to take next. Many disputes can be settled through negotiation or conciliation, but if formal action is needed, we’ll prepare your case and represent you from start to finish.

Employment law includes strict time limits for bringing a claim — usually three months from the date of the incident or final act of discrimination. We’ll make sure every deadline is met and guide you through the ACAS Early Conciliation process, which is required before a Tribunal claim can begin.

What is an Employment Tribunal?

An Employment Tribunal is a specialist legal body that decides whether an employer has breached employment law and what remedy or compensation should be awarded. It operates independently from both parties and provides a formal setting where evidence is heard, assessed, and judged.

Tribunals hear a wide range of employment-related cases, including claims about unfair dismissal, redundancy, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and breaches of contract. While the process can sometimes seem intimidating, our solicitors will take care of all legal and procedural requirements on your behalf, giving you clear advice about what to expect and how best to prepare. We’ll manage your case from the initial claim right through to the hearing, ensuring your side is presented with clarity and precision.

The Employment Tribunal Process

The process usually begins with ACAS Early Conciliation, which gives both sides the opportunity to settle before a claim is issued. If the matter isn’t resolved, we’ll file your claim (ET1) with the Tribunal. Your employer then submits a response (ET3), and both sides share relevant evidence and witness statements. The Tribunal then sets a date for the hearing, where both sides present their cases before a panel makes a decision.

We’ll guide you through each step, explain what’s happening, and make sure every deadline is met. We’ll handle every stage of the legal process for you,  encompassing everything from preparing your documents to representing you at the hearing, all with a view to giving you the best possible chance of success.

Why Choose our Employment Law Solicitors in Chelmsford?

With over 40 years of experience supporting employees across Essex, here at Fisher Jones Greenwood, we understand how stressful employment disputes can be and how much they can affect your life outside work. As part of the Lawfront Group, we take pride in being approachable, professional, and dedicated to achieving results that genuinely make a difference.

When you come to us, we’ll take time to understand your situation and what matters most to you. We’ll explain your rights in plain terms and set out your options clearly so that you can make confident, informed decisions. Our team is proactive in negotiation and diligent in preparation, ensuring that every detail of your case is handled thoroughly from the outset – so you can count on our employment law solicitors to give you clear, reliable advice and to protect your position at every stage of the process.

Where to Find our Chelmsford Office

You can visit our Chelmsford employment law solicitors at:

16 Baddow Rd,
Chelmsford
CM2 0DG

Our Chelmsford office includes accessible meeting rooms, lift access, and is conveniently located near Chelmsford train station. There are parking facilities close by, and the office is easy to reach from the surrounding areas.