Employment Law

“Biscoes are a good-sized, competent solicitors able to deal with a wide range of legal matters.” - Mr W

The Law on Employment is becoming more complex and changes are implemented on a regular basis.

Biscoes can advise Employees on their rights and potential grounds for claims for Unfair Dismissal, Redundancy or Sexual Discrimination.

For Employers we can produce formal Contracts of Employment, Health and Safety Policies and advise on all aspects of Employment Legislation

Employers need specialist advice to help them balance the need for efficient and profitable management against the rights of employees.

Biscoes recommends that Employers seek advice before implementing changes / taking action which may result in a claim being made by an employee. The sooner we are involved the more we can do to help.

We act in a supportive role for many organisations in the locality of our five offices and therefore have an understanding of our client's business needs and can help tailor this with the rights of employees.

To this end we can:

Should your problem reach an Employment Tribunal / County Court we can represent you.

For Employees

Standing up for your rights against your employer is a daunting task. There is now more and more legislation that affords you certain rights during your employment and not just arising from a dismissal. You therefore must act in such away to enforce your rights however still maintain a working relationship. However in the event that this becomes impossible and to improve your chances of a successful Employment Tribunal Claim you must have followed the correct procedures.

“The job I wanted done was completed with the minimum of fuss” - Mrs E

Biscoes can advise Employees on their rights and potential grounds for claims for Unfair Dismissal, Redundancy or Sexual Discrimination.

For Employers we can produce formal Contracts of Employment, Health and Safety Policies and advise on all aspects of Employment Legislation.

The team at Biscoes will provide you with information which will enable you to take decisive and effective action to protect yourself and your livelihood

Military Law

Biscoes being a founding member of Forces Law is able to advise and assist in the submission of Redresses of Complaint and if necessary progress such matters all the way to the Employment Tribunal.

We have a particular expertise in dealing with in Reinstatement actions for members of the reserved forces.

It is essential that action be taken promptly if a successful action is to be taken. Seek independent advice as soon as possible. Biscoes operates various Clinics at various military bases on the South Coast to facilitate easy access for serving members and their families to independent specialist legal advice.

We can help with:


The Employment Department Team

Portsmouth HEad Office

Geoffrey Salvetti - Partner

Robert Williams OBE - Barrister

Peter Baulf - Partner

Waterlooville and Petersfield

Mathew Smith - Partner

Chichester, Gosport, Portchester, Southsea & Wickham Offices

Appointments with an advisor by arrangement

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