Navigate Workplace Relationships with Confidence

Workplace situations can be difficult to navigate when you're unsure of your legal position. Perhaps you're an employee who's been offered a new contract and you're not certain whether the terms are reasonable. Or maybe you're facing redundancy and don't know what you're entitled to or what process should be followed.

If you're an employer, you might be uncertain about proper procedures for managing performance issues, making redundancies, or updating workplace policies. Employment law seems to change frequently, and you want to handle situations appropriately without creating problems for yourself or your business.

Maybe there's a workplace dispute developing—disagreements about notice periods, concerns about treatment, questions about obligations—and you're not sure how to address it constructively. The tension affects your work environment, and you'd like to resolve things properly but don't know the right approach.

These uncertainties can weigh heavily because employment affects your livelihood and professional relationships. You deserve to understand your position clearly and to have guidance on how to proceed in ways that protect your interests while maintaining productive relationships where possible.

The process typically begins with you explaining your employment situation and sharing relevant documentation—employment contracts, correspondence about the issue, workplace policies, or whatever is applicable. We review everything carefully to understand the context and identify the relevant legal considerations.

We then arrange a discussion to go through your situation in detail. These conversations are designed to be informative and supportive rather than intimidating. We explain the legal aspects in straightforward language, answer your questions, and discuss your options for moving forward.

For contract reviews, we provide written explanations of important provisions and flag anything that seems unusual or particularly unfavorable. If you're an employer, we might suggest alternative language that better protects your interests while remaining fair to employees. If you're an employee, we discuss which terms might be negotiable and how to approach those conversations.

When disputes require resolution, we help you understand the formal processes available—whether that's grievance procedures, mediation, or other approaches. We can assist with drafting appropriate correspondence and preparing for discussions or meetings. Our aim is to help you handle things professionally and effectively.

Most clients appreciate having someone available to answer questions as situations develop. Employment matters often raise new concerns as they progress, and being able to discuss these helps you maintain confidence in how you're handling things.

Our methodology centers on clear explanation combined with practical guidance. We've found that clients handle employment situations most successfully when they understand their legal position and options, not just when someone tells them what to do. This understanding helps you make decisions that reflect your priorities while protecting your interests appropriately.

The timeline depends on your situation. Simple contract reviews might be completed within a few days, while dispute resolution or redundancy consultations often unfold over several weeks as processes develop. We adjust our involvement to match what your situation requires rather than rushing through important considerations.

Progress is measured by your comfort level with how you're handling the employment matter. Success means you understand your position clearly, feel confident in your approach, and know what to expect from the process. Some situations resolve quickly, while others require ongoing guidance as circumstances evolve. We remain available for as long as you find it helpful.

Since establishing our practice in Edinburgh in 2018, we've assisted with numerous employment matters for both employers and employees. Each experience reinforces the importance of patient explanation and recognition that workplace relationships affect people's livelihoods and professional satisfaction. Clarity about legal obligations helps preserve productive relationships where possible while protecting everyone's interests.

Getting started is straightforward. Contact us through our form or call our Edinburgh office. Explain briefly what employment matter you're dealing with—whether it's a contract review, workplace dispute, redundancy concern, or policy question. We'll arrange a time to discuss your situation in more detail.

For the initial discussion, you don't need to have everything organized. Just explain your situation and what concerns you. If you have employment contracts, correspondence, or other relevant documents, you can send them beforehand, but that's not necessary for the first conversation.

After our initial discussion, we'll outline clearly what assistance would involve and confirm the cost. Once you're comfortable proceeding, we begin the detailed work. Most clients find the process more manageable than they expected, particularly when someone is available to answer questions along the way.

There's no obligation to commit before understanding exactly what we'd be doing and what it would cost. We're happy to discuss your employment matter and explain our approach without any pressure to proceed.