Bringing an employment tribunal claim
If your employer has acted unlawfully and infringed your rights, you may have employment tribunal claims. Our experienced team represents individuals and can assist you in bringing those claims effectively.
Our lawyers can provide you with expert assistance on your claim, discuss the merits of any such claim and advise the best way to pursue your matter so that you can achieve a preferable outcome. Such advise may include drafting without prejudice correspondence, negotiating settlement or drafting your claim form.
Our team of employment lawyers can support you throughout the entire Tribunal process, from ACAS Early Conciliation through to the final hearing, or we can provide tailored, ad hoc advice at any stage. Our services include:
- Merits assessment of any potential claims in the employment tribunal, identifying key risks and devising an effective strategy;
- Drafting a robust and comprehensive ET1 and claim form;
- Preparing for and attending any preliminary hearings;
- Managing disclosure and collating relevant documents;
- Drafting and responding to applications to the tribunal; and
- Advising on settlement and alternative resolution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to your most pressing questions about our services and processes.
How long do you have to make a claim?
Employment tribunals apply strict time limits. Generally speaking, you have three months less one day from the act giving rise to your claim in order to bring the claim. There are some exceptions to this rule but generally this time limit applies to most claims. The time limit may be extended by the ACAS early conciliation process.
How do I bring a claim at the employment tribunal?
Before you can submit a claim to the employment tribunal you have to go through the ACAS Early Conciliation Process and receive an ACAS early conciliation certificate. Once you receive this certificate you can complete an ET1 form online (i.e., the claim form). We would not recommend completing this form without first taking advice on your position. This is so that your claim can be presented in the strongest possible manner. Our team of specialised employment lawyers are able to advise on the process in more detail and can assist with drafting the claim.
Will my employer pay my costs if I win?
Ordinarily the parties to an employment tribunal claim bear their own costs. In rare circumstances the tribunal may make cost awards up to a maximum of £20,000. This will only happen in limited circumstances and where a party has acted unreasonably.
What compensation could I get?
The compensation limits are increased every April. For 2025/2026 the maximum compensatory award for unfair dismissal is £118,223 or 52 weeks’ pay, depending on which is the lowest. The awards for discrimination claims and automatic unfair dismissal are uncapped.