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What is the difference between an HR consultant and a solicitor?

A solicitor provides legal advice and can represent you in legal proceedings. An HR consultant, like me, provides expert guidance on employment processes, your rights, and how to navigate workplace disputes, without the legal fees that come with instructing a solicitor.

In many cases, you do not need a solicitor at the early stages of a dispute. Understanding your rights, preparing your documentation, and navigating the grievance or tribunal process correctly is often enough to get a fair outcome.

How do I know if I have a case worth pursuing?

That is exactly what this website is for.

Many people I speak to are not sure whether what happened to them was unlawful or simply unfair, and those are not always the same thing.

My guides give you an honest view of where you stand. They will not give you false hope, and will not discourage you from pursuing something that deserves to be challenged.

The aim is to give you a clearer picture of your options and what the realistic next steps look like.

Are there time limits I need to be aware of?

Yes, and this is important.

In most employment tribunal cases, you have three months less one day from the date of the incident or dismissal to bring a claim. This deadline is strict and is rarely extended.

Before you can submit a tribunal claim, you are also required to notify ACAS and go through Early Conciliation, which pauses the clock while it takes place. If you think you may have a claim, do not wait.

The sooner you understand your position, the more options you have.

Why are you not taking calls?

Being paid to give advice and guidance on employment matters to employees is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

This is a good thing because it protects people from scammers and cowboys.

I am in the process of getting approval from the FCA to give legitimate consultations that are fully compliant with all regulations involved.

I have already found a new job. Can I still make a claim?

Yes.

Finding a new job does not affect your right to bring a claim for unfair dismissal or other workplace issues. In fact, any earnings from a new role may be taken into account when calculating compensation, but that is a reason to understand your position, not to do nothing.

Someone I know had already moved on to a new role when I helped them as a friend. With the right guidance, they were still able to receive the correct payment they were owed from their previous employer.

Do not assume that moving on means the matter is closed.

How much does it cost?

Do to this by yourself is totally free.

I do not charge for my guides.

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