Discipline & Grievance Procedures
Head later problems off at the pass by accessing timely and expert advice on preparing and following disciplinary and grievance procedures.
Let our employment team advise and assist you with your grievance procedures, protect your business and minimise the risk of costly errors.
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What are the benefits of well drafted disciplinary and grievance procedures?
Reduce employment tribunal claims – If your disciplinary procedure is clear, and you follow it fairly and reasonably, your chances of having to defend or losing an unfair dismissal claim are greatly reduced. The same logic applies to constructive unfair dismissal claims: an employee claim is less likely to succeed against your business if you have carried out your grievance process fairly. If you do not follow a disciplinary or grievance process and breach the ACAS Code of Practice, an employee bringing a claim against your business can be awarded up to 25 per cent more compensation, if you lose the case. It is worth getting your processes right to avoid these extra expenses.
Save your time and money – Asking our employment law experts to draft and update your business’s disciplinary and grievance procedures will save you time and money. Our partner-level solicitors provide a targeted and efficient service, so you can focus your efforts on running your core business.
Improving communication and productivity of staff – Consulting and involving your employees in creating employment policies achieves greater engagement and buy-in. In an open company culture where staff are encouraged to speak informally of any complaints at an early stage, issues can be dealt with as they arise and may not need to be escalated. If you would like guidance about how to involve your staff in forming policies and procedures and ways to encourage a positive dialogue in your business, our specially trained employment experts can help.
Why choose Harper James? Our Employment Solicitors’ experience
As the law firm for entrepreneurs, we understand the common and complex issues you face as owners and operators. We look to form genuine partnerships with our clients. Our team of remote-based and always accessible senior employment lawyers are the people to call when you need a second opinion, or specialist advice fast.
Our solicitors are all recruited from top 100 UK law firms or from large international businesses, and all have more than 10 years post-qualifying experience. Find out more about the team here:
