Employment solicitors for Bristol
Straight answers on employment law for Bristol people and businesses
Whether you have been made redundant, raised a grievance that has not been resolved or been offered a settlement agreement, our employment solicitors help Bristol employees and employers understand their rights and decide what to do next.
We work from 11 Ashley Street in Glasgow and advise employees, senior executives, partners and employers in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and the wider West of England, including Bath. Most employment rights are the same in England and Scotland, and your first 30-minute consultation is free, with no obligation to continue.
At a glance
- Free 30-minute consultation with an employment solicitor
- Advice for employees, executives, partners and employers
- Bristol tribunal hearings are held at 2 Redcliff Street
- 120+ client reviews on Google
- Recognised at the Scottish Legal Awards, Denovo 2025
Our services
How we can help in Bristol
We advise on the full range of workplace problems, whether you are an employee facing a difficult situation or an employer who wants to get a decision right.
For employees
Advice when something has gone wrong at work, or before you sign anything.
For employers
Practical advice that helps you act fairly and avoid costly tribunal claims.
Local knowledge
Employment law in Bristol
Bristol’s economy combines aerospace, defence, financial services, creative media and higher education. Airbus and Rolls-Royce are based at Filton, the Ministry of Defence’s procurement organisation is at Abbey Wood, and the BBC and Aardman Animations are part of a strong media sector. Engineering and defence employers raise questions about restructuring, redundancy selection and changes to terms, while creative work often involves freelance and fixed-term arrangements.
Financial services employ around 59,000 people in the city, and the University of Bristol, UWE Bristol, NHS hospital trusts and Bristol City Council are also large employers. Organisations like these tend to have detailed policies with strict deadlines. Employment law is largely reserved to the UK Parliament, so we can advise Bristol clients on the same statutory rights that apply in Scotland.
For Bristol employers, from engineering suppliers and technology firms to hospitality and care businesses, we advise on contracts, restrictive covenants, absence and performance management, restructuring and settlement agreements, so that you can make decisions with confidence and keep a clear record of how they were reached.
Tribunal hearings in Bristol
The employment tribunal in Bristol sits at Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre, 2 Redcliff Street, Bristol BS1 6GR, and is part of the England and Wales tribunal system.
Six-month time limit
Since 1 October 2026, most employment tribunal claims must be started within six months. Before that the limit was three months less one day.
Acas comes first
You normally need to contact Acas for early conciliation before you can make a claim. The time limit pauses while conciliation is under way.
How it works
From first call to a clear plan
1
Tell us what is happening
Book online or call 0141 471 9166. It takes a couple of minutes.
2
Free 30-minute consultation
A solicitor reviews your situation, your options and the likely fees.
3
Decide your next step
Go ahead with us, or not. There is no obligation to continue.
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Questions
Bristol employment law questions
Short answers to common questions. Every situation is different, so the free consultation is the best place to start.
Can a Glasgow firm advise me in Bristol?
Yes. Most employment rights are the same across Great Britain, because employment law is largely set by the UK Parliament. Call us on 0141 471 9166 or book online and we will arrange your free 30-minute consultation by video, by phone or in person. Most of our meetings take place by video, so there is usually no need to travel. Our office is at 11 Ashley Street, Glasgow.
Where would a Bristol employment tribunal hearing take place?
Claims from Bristol are usually heard by the employment tribunal at Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre, 2 Redcliff Street, Bristol BS1 6GR. Some hearings also take place by video. We will explain what to expect at each stage.
How long do I have to bring a claim?
For most claims the time limit is now six months from the date of the act you are complaining about, such as your dismissal. This changed on 1 October 2026; before then it was three months less one day. You usually need to start Acas early conciliation first, and time limits can be strict, so speak to a solicitor as early as you can.
Do you also act for Bristol businesses?
Yes. We advise employers of all sizes on contracts, restructuring, settlement agreements, restrictive covenants, absence and performance management, and handling whistleblowing reports.
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You are one step closer to solving it
We are here to help. Relax, you are in good hands. Book a free 30-minute consultation and an employment solicitor will explain your options in plain English, with no obligation to continue.