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Kate is an Associate within the Employment Law and HR Services team, having qualified and joined the team in 2009.
Areas of expertise:
Kate is a dedicated and experienced employment solicitor who specialises in all areas of employment law who advises both individuals and commercial clients on all aspects of employment law.
Kate has a wealth of experience in advising clients regarding both contentious matters, such as Settlement Agreements and Employment Tribunal claims and also non-contentious matters including drafting contracts/policies and advising on internal employment affairs. She has particular expertise in advising on discrimination claims.
Clients include the British Swimming Coaches Association and other local and regional SME’s to whom she provides ongoing employment law advice.
Membership of professional bodies and organisations:
Kate is a full member of the Employment Lawyers Association and Law Society, and regularly contributes to newspaper and other publications specifically advising employees on their rights. Kate is also on the Management Board of Ladies in Business for Herefordshire and Worcestershire and presents at HR events and provides commentary on local radio.
Interests:
In her spare time, Kate enjoys socialising, reading and keeping fit.