Looking for an experienced employment solicitor in Leeds? Alexander James Solicitors act for clients across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire area on the full range of employment law matters. We act for both employees and employers on the full range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters — from settlement agreements and grievances through to Employment Tribunal proceedings.
About our employment law service
For employees we advise on unfair and constructive dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing detriment, equal pay, holiday pay and unlawful deductions, and we negotiate settlement agreements with a focus on protecting future earnings and reputation.
For employers we draft contracts, handbooks and restrictive covenants, advise on disciplinary, grievance and redundancy procedures, and defend Employment Tribunal claims.
Strict deadlines apply: most Tribunal claims must be presented within three months less one day of the act complained of, with ACAS Early Conciliation a mandatory pre-step.
- Unfair & constructive dismissal
- Discrimination & harassment claims
- Whistleblowing & detriment claims
- Equal pay & holiday pay
- Settlement agreements
- Restrictive covenants & injunctions
- Disciplinary & grievance support
- Tribunal advocacy & defence
Why choose Alexander James Solicitors in Leeds
Leeds, in Yorkshire, is home to a vibrant economy spanning financial and professional services, legal, fintech. We act for clients across City Centre, Headingley, Roundhay, Chapel Allerton and the surrounding wards. Our office is under one hour by direct TransPennine service from Leeds to Manchester, with direct services to Manchester, York and London King's Cross, so attending in person is straightforward when needed.
- Partner-led employment law advice with direct access to a qualified solicitor — no call centres, no juniors handling your file unsupervised.
- Established Manchester practice covering Leeds and the wider Yorkshire area, with a deep understanding of the local courts, regulators and business community.
- Transparent, fixed-fee pricing wherever the scope allows, with a written cost estimate provided before you commit to instructing us.
- Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Number 637901) — the assurance of a fully insured, regulated UK law firm.
- Practical, commercial outcomes — we focus on the result you need, whether that is a settlement, a successful application or a court order.
Common employment law issues in Leeds
Common matters we are instructed on by Leeds clients include: • regulated financial services compliance • high-value employment disputes • commercial property in the city centre • complex divorce and financial remedy While each case turns on its own facts, we routinely deal with these patterns of work and know how the local courts and regulators approach them.
Our process
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Initial consultation
Confidential discussion of your matter, the documents available and any time-critical deadlines that apply.
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Strategy & costs
A clear written assessment of your options, realistic prospects and a stage-by-stage costs estimate so you can decide how to proceed.
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Active progression
We carry out the agreed work — drafting, correspondence, negotiation or court proceedings — keeping you fully informed at each stage.
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Resolution
We secure the best available outcome and advise on any next steps, enforcement or follow-on work required.
Benefits of instructing a local employment solicitor for Leeds
Local court knowledge
We are familiar with Leeds Combined Court Centre and Leeds Magistrates' Court. and know how matters typically progress through them.
Sector understanding
Our work in Leeds spans financial and professional services, legal, fintech — so we understand the commercial pressures behind your instruction.
Easy access
Direct services to Manchester, York and London King's Cross — or meet us by video at a time that suits you.
Speak to a employment solicitor for Leeds today
Confidential, partner-led advice from a fully regulated UK law firm. Most enquiries from Leedsreceive a same-day response.
Employment Law solicitors in Leeds — frequently asked questions
- Do you offer employment law consultations to clients in Leeds?
- Yes. We offer in-person, telephone and video consultations for Leeds clients. Our office at 59 Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester is direct services to Manchester, York and London King's Cross, and we are happy to arrange a meeting at a time that suits you.
- How much do employment solicitor services cost in Leeds?
- Our employment law fees in Leeds are quoted up-front, with fixed-fee options available for defined stages. We will give you a clear written estimate after the initial consultation so you can decide how to proceed.
- Which courts do you attend for Leeds matters?
- We regularly appear at Leeds Combined Court Centre and Leeds Magistrates' Court. and instruct specialist counsel where the matter requires it.
- How long do I have to bring an Employment Tribunal claim?
- Generally three months less one day from the act complained of, subject to ACAS Early Conciliation extension. Different limits apply to redundancy pay and equal pay claims.
- Will I have to pay anything up front?
- We offer fixed fees for settlement agreement work (often funded by the employer), hourly rates and, in suitable cases, damages-based agreements. Costs are confirmed in writing before instruction.
- Can you advise both employees and employers?
- Yes, but never on the same matter. We carry out conflict checks at the outset and act for either side on a case-by-case basis.