Alistair McArthur

Partner, Head of Employment
0118 989 8158

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+44 7899 666 661

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alistair.mcarthur@hc.law

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Alistair McArthur

Alistair McArthur

Partner, Head of Employment

With a history of acting for businesses in the construction and property sector, banks, financial institutions and manufacturers as well as companies in the logistics and technology sectors, Alistair is accomplished at providing commercial and pragmatic advice to leading blue chip organisations.

Alistair is commercially astute, with an aptitude for negotiation. He takes on work with enthusiasm and a desire to succeed in all matters. This is, however, with the care to ensure he understands his client’s aims and problems at the outset so that strategies can be developed to obtain the best outcome possible.

Alistair is responsible for leading the Employment Department as it continues to provide high quality and effective advice and assistance.

  • Alistair has helped with a number of high-level redundancy and restructure exercises across several clients.
  • Alistair was instructed on a high-level disability discrimination claim where the value was in excess of £5m

Client Success Stories

I am delighted to recommend Alistair and the employment team at Herrington Carmichael. As a business we have had a variety of complex employment related matters in recent times. Alistair and Robert are always able to provide advice and guidance on the legal considerations and commercial practicalities of the situations we are faced with.

Vicky Beckwith
Radian Group

I am always pleased with the support and assistance provided by Alistair and the employment team at Herrington Carmichael. I rely on Herrington Carmichael to be readily available to give advice relevant to our issue and our business.

Sue Ruston
Courtiers Investment Services

Alistair is always on hand to give practical, commercial advice on the various employment queries we have. Support is always provided in an effective commercial manner and with a smile.

Jennifer Hunt
Tech 21 Limited

Alistair and his team at Herrington Carmichael continue to provide us with the highest level of support on the various employment law issues which have arisen. I would highly recommend them and the services that they provide.

Philip Gater
Credition Dairy Limited

Alistair is a bit of a star. He has the confidence to steer cases strategically without losing sight of the commercial sense over legal strengths. He is personable but also tenacious for his clients. He has great knowledge and experience in all employment matters. His instructions are always comprehensive. He is particularly brilliant in TUPE-related matters.

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