Employment law can be complex, and getting it wrong can be costly, so how can an employment lawyer help you run your business? Hannah Dowd, employment lawyer at Jackson Lees, provides just some of the ways a lawyer can keep things running smoothly.  

As an employer, your relationship with your employees can have a direct impact on the running of your business. You rely on them to push your business forward, embody your business’ values and drive success, so it’s important that you’re following the right procedures to look after both them and you. Putting care and effort into the legal side of your business does more than keep it safe, it gives your employees reassurance that there are appropriate protections in place for them.  

It might be tempting, especially when you have a smaller workforce, to try and manage everything on your own. However, employment law is an often-changing landscape and getting it wrong can be incredibly damaging for both the reputation and finances of your business. Getting the support of an employment lawyer means you’ll have expert input when it comes to contracts, policies and procedures, so both you and your employees are adequately protected. 

In the unfortunate event that you are faced with an employee dispute or have to defend your business at an employment tribunal, an employment lawyer will let you know where you stand and can guide you through the process while securing you the best possible outcome. They will help you gather and present any necessary evidence and make sure you’re informed throughout the process. 

Employment lawyers can also support you with business protection, managing underperforming employees, redundancy and restructuring, suspension and more. A good employment lawyer can act almost as an extension of your leadership team, providing legal help and making sure your business is always running not only within the law, but in the strongest position possible.  

If you own a business and want support from an employment lawyer, our expert team can help. Call us today or make an enquiry to get started.