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Managing and negotiating employee exits

Exiting an employee is an unfortunate reality for most organisations. Whether this is driven by poor performance, restructuring, unacceptable conduct or interpersonal dynamics, the situation can be both stressful and complex. The process can also be time-consuming, while presenting a variety of challenging circumstances that can result in claims including unfair dismissal, if handled incorrectly.

If you’re faced with exiting an employee, it is imperative that you understand your legal position, both to protect your business and achieve the best possible outcome. Whether you’re looking for guidance on disciplinary procedures, settlement negotiations or Employment Tribunal claims, our team of expert employment lawyers and HR specialists are here to assist at any stage of the process.

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How Loch Law can help

Whatever requirements you may have, our team of expert employment lawyers will work with you to ensure that a fair and reasonable procedure has been adhered to, while providing guidance on the best course of action at every step of the process. This may include:

  • Advice on how to manage negotiations, or conducting negotiations on your behalf (supported by our dedicated HR consultants at Loch HR)
  • Guidance on how to handle difficult conversions, including scripts
  • Drafting the structure of a settlement package for the best outcome
  • Drafting the documents for a settlement agreement
  • Guidance and support relating to protected characteristics (e.g. religion)
  • How to manage ‘off-the-record’ discussions and negotiations without fear that those negotiations will later be used in litigation

Loch Law can also advise on the departure of senior individuals, including dealing with shareholders and other incentive arrangements.

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Testimonials

Thank you so much for your work; it is greatly appreciated. I can’t wait to get this situation resolved! Thank you again. We would be lost without you.

Loch Law Client

The expertise of Loch Law made me feel in very safe hands. Caroline was thorough in explaining the legal situation, giving clear advice and was committed to getting me a fair outcome

Senior Professional

We have been incredibly thankful for having your support over the last few years and our clients have been very impressed with the help they have received from Pam Loch and the rest of the team. We cannot praise you highly enough.

Loch Law Client

I cannot recommend Joe Milner at the Tunbridge Wells office highly enough. He was extremely helpful and reassuring and settled my claim quickly and efficiently. What a delightful chap to do business with.

Loch Law Client

Thank you so much for your advice. I really appreciate the fact that you were able to understand the nature of our company and tailor your advice accordingly. I think that ability is key in defining a good lawyer. Lawyers who cannot deviate from 100% security are of little use.

Loch Law Client

It goes without saying my contacting you at the outset & getting your great advice gave me confidence through this upsetting episode.

Loch Law Client

I cannot recommend Joe Milner at the Tunbridge Wells office highly enough. He was extremely helpful and reassuring, and settled my claim quickly and efficiently. What a delightful chap to do business with.

Loch Law Client

The expertise of Loch Law made me feel in very safe hands. Caroline was thorough at explaining the legal situation, giving clear advice and was committed to getting me a fair outcome.

Senior Professional

I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your help and please let whoever helps you get this out of the door know that I appreciate theirs too!

Loch Law Client

Pam and her team are always on hand to expertly advise us on any employment law issues we have. The speed of their service levels combined with high-quality advice always exceeds our expectations and as a result, we have been a satisfied client of the firm for over 7 years. I would not hesitate to recommend Loch Law to any business.

Operations Director, Professional Services

The speed of their service levels combined with high quality advice always exceeds our expectations and as a result we have been a satisfied client of the firm for over 7 years. I would not hesitate to recommend Loch Law to any business.

Operations Director, Professional Services

Considerations when exiting an employee

Exits usually result from a breakdown in performance or interpersonal relationships, and reaching a mutually agreed (and hopefully amicable) settlement between all parties is usually preferable to pursuing litigation. However, regardless of whether an employee’s exit was initiated by the employer or the individual, they can only be dismissed when there is a fair reason to do so. These include:

  • Capability / performance
  • Redundancy
  • Conduct / misconduct
  • Statutory illegality
  • Some other substantial reason (SOSR) which is not covered by the four categories above, such as a personality clash between colleagues which cannot be resolved

An individual must have one year and 51 weeks continuous service to be eligible to bring an unfair dismissal claim. However, if dismissing an individual who has been employed for less time, employers must be aware that there is an array of potential claims that the individual may be able to bring, including discrimination, wrongful dismissal, whistleblowing and other deemed automatic unfair dismissal claims.

Therefore, if you’re looking to exit an executive or a member of staff with under two years’ employment, it’s important to carefully consider each scenario on a case-by-case basis. By understanding the various considerations and available options, you can minimise the risk and pain that is often involved in handling these delicate situations.

Enquire now on 0203 667 5400

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