Employment law solicitors for employees

Facing difficulties at work — such as unfair treatment, redundancy, dismissal or discrimination — can be extremely challenging. At Quebec Law Solicitors, we offer expert legal advice to employees experiencing workplace injustice, ensuring your rights are protected and your concerns are handled with clarity and professionalism.

We are specialist employment law solicitors acting solely for employees. Our focus is on delivering strategic advice, strong representation, and practical solutions when you need it most. From early-stage advice through to settlement negotiation or tribunal preparation, we work alongside you with discretion and resolve.

We are often able to act on a No Win No Fee basis, depending on the merits of your case. Our goal is to ensure that employees have access to fair legal advice, regardless of background or financial means.

Below is an overview of the key areas we advise on. If you are unsure where to begin, our employment team is ready to discuss your situation in confidence.

Constructive Dismissal

Constructive dismissal arises when an employee is forced to resign due to their employer’s conduct — such as serious breaches of contract, bullying, or sustained neglect of grievances. If your working environment has become untenable, you may have a claim.

We advise employees on whether the employer’s behaviour amounts to a fundamental breach of contract, and whether you may be entitled to resign and pursue a claim for constructive dismissal compensation. Every case is assessed individually, with a strong focus on legal merit and evidential preparation.

Employment Rights

As an employee or worker, you are entitled to a range of statutory protections, including those relating to pay, working hours, holidays, family leave, and freedom from unfair treatment.

If you believe your rights have been infringed, our team will provide clear legal guidance on the remedies available to you. We help you understand your options and enforce your rights with confidence.

Employment Tribunals

If informal resolution is not possible, you may need to bring your matter before an Employment Tribunal. We assist clients with preparation for proceedings — from drafting your ET1 claim form to collating evidence and understanding procedure.

While we do not conduct advocacy at tribunal ourselves, we ensure your case is expertly prepared and, where necessary, we can arrange representation through trusted counsel. Our goal is to ensure you enter the process well-informed and fully supported.

Redundancy

Being made redundant can be unsettling — particularly where the selection process appears unfair or procedurally flawed. We provide specialist advice on the validity of redundancy situations, your entitlement to redundancy pay, and the process your employer should follow.

Where the redundancy is challenged, we help pursue claims for unfair dismissal or negotiate financial settlements that reflect your true entitlement.

Settlement Agreements

A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract that brings an employment relationship to an end — usually with a financial settlement and mutual waivers of claims. We provide two core services:

• Settlement Agreement Negotiation: If you are facing exit from your role, we may be able to negotiate improved financial terms on your behalf, especially if your exit arises from discrimination, whistleblowing, or unfair treatment. In suitable cases, we act on a No Win No Fee basis.
• Settlement Agreement Review: If your employer has already presented an agreement, we will review it, advise you on its terms, and ensure your legal position is protected. Employers typically cover the cost of this advice, meaning no fee is payable by you.

We ensure that you understand your rights and that you are not giving up any viable claims without just compensation. Where appropriate, we also seek to improve the terms of the agreement before signature.

Unfair Dismissal

If you have been dismissed and believe the decision was unjust, you may be entitled to bring a claim for unfair dismissal. Employers must follow fair procedures and have lawful grounds for terminating your employment.

We advise on whether your dismissal was compliant with employment law and, if not, we will assist you in pursuing compensation or a negotiated settlement. We act quickly to preserve your position, given the strict tribunal time limits in place.

Workplace Discrimination

Discrimination in the workplace is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010. If you have been treated unfairly due to a protected characteristic — such as race, sex, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation — we will help you take legal action to protect your position and secure a remedy.

Whether the conduct is isolated or ongoing, we provide sensitive, strategic guidance, and where necessary, we pursue claims through tribunal or negotiate meaningful settlements.