Tim Lang

Partner

Tim is a Partner within the nationally recognised Employment Team at mfg Solicitors LLP. He joined the firm after more than 20 years at George Green LLP, where he led the employment team and served as Senior Partner.

With over 30 years’ experience advising businesses and individuals across a wide range of workplace issues — and having spent a decade sitting as a part-time Employment Tribunal Judge — Tim brings a wealth of expertise to the growing team at mfg.

Expertise

Tim advises on all aspects of employment law, both non-contentious and contentious, including unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and discrimination claims.

Tim’s practical and commercially-focused approach has earned consistent recognition from leading legal directories, with Chambers & Partners describing him as “absolutely outstanding” and someone who “understands business and the law, as well as being very pragmatic.” He is recommended by both Legal 500 and Chambers, and is ranked as one of the leading employment lawyers in the Midlands.

Tim is also a qualified Data Protection Practitioner (PC.dp) and frequently delivers seminars to businesses, in addition to contributing to local media on employment and workplace issues.

Tim is also head of the Firm's CSR (Corporate Social Responsibilty).

Testimonials

Tim is known for building long-term client relationships and for his skill in helping businesses avoid the need for tribunal proceedings. Client testimonials describe him as:

  • "Providing first-class employment law advice for over 12 years."
  • "Professional and considered, with the ability to get the best out of people."
  • "Particularly praised for his expertise in avoiding tribunals."

"Tim provided invaluable support during a recent employment negotiation. He took the time to explain the terms of the agreement in clear, comprehensive detail, ensuring I fully understood each aspect. He also acted promptly and effectively when issues arose due to omissions by the other party. I would highly recommend Tim to anyone seeking assistance with an employment matter, and I would not hesitate to engage his services again in the future."

"Tim was great. Very happy with service from Tim, he dealt with my settlement professionally and kept me updated throughout the process."

"I recently sought legal support from Tim. I felt confident with the level of legal knowledge presented. The consultation from start to finish was clear and concise. Happy overall with the service received."

"Really helpful and always provided a real perspective on how things go. Tim was very easy to speak to and empathetic."