Benefits
The benefits of competent legal representation:
Employees
• You will be advised of how strong your case is and your chances of succeeding the Tribunal.
• You will know the value of your claim and what you can expect to be awarded by a Tribunal.
• You will be aware of a reasonable settlement offer and work towards it.
• You will have the confidence that your case is being taken care of professionally and competently.
• Your case will be professionally prepared and presented.
• You will maximise the prospects of a generous settlement offer.
• You do not have to communicate directly with your employer, their solicitors or the Tribunal.
• You can “keep your cards to your chest” as your solicitor will only reveal information that is necessary.
Employers
• You will be advised of how strong your defence is and your chances of successfully defending the claim against you.
• Your case will be professionally prepared and presented.
• You will be advised of the risks of losing.
• You will have the confidence that your case is being taken care of professionally and competently.
• If you settle the claim, you will minimise the possibility of paying more than you should.
• You avoid communicating directly with your employee, his or her solicitors or the Tribunal.
• You can “keep your cards to your chest” as your solicitor will only reveal information that is necessary.
• You will know the value of the claim against you and what you can expect to pay if you lose.
• You will be aware of a reasonable settlement offer and work towards it should you wish to do so.
