Unfair Dismissal Solicitors Essex
Being dismissed from your job can feel sudden, upsetting and deeply unfair. Our unfair dismissal solicitors in Essex provide clear, practical advice to help you understand your rights, assess whether your dismissal was lawful and decide how best to move forward. Whether you are based in Romford, Brentwood or anywhere across Essex, our unfair dismissal lawyers and constructive dismissal solicitors are here to help.
What is Unfair Dismissal?
Unfair dismissal is when an employer ends your employment without a fair reason or without following a fair process. Under the Employment Rights Act 1996, most employees with at least two years’ service have the right not to be unfairly dismissed. If you believe you have been unfairly dismissed in Essex area, our solicitors can assess your case and advise on whether you have grounds to bring an Employment Tribunal claim.
You were dismissed without warning or a fair disciplinary process.
Your employer gave vague or inconsistent reasons for ending your employment.
You feel forced to resign due to your employer’s behaviour or treatment.
You were dismissed shortly after raising a grievance or complaint.
You want to know whether bringing an Employment Tribunal claim is worthwhile.
How our unfair dismissal lawyers in Essex can help you
We advise on all aspects of unfair dismissal and constructive dismissal claims, supporting you from early assessment through to resolution or Employment Tribunal proceedings. Whether you have just been dismissed or are unsure whether your treatment at work amounts to a claim, our team are here to help you understand your options and take the right next step.
Strategic advice on negotiating settlements instead of pursuing a claim.
Preparation and representation throughout Employment Tribunal proceedings.
Advice where dismissal follows complaints, whistleblowing or workplace disputes.
Advice on whether your dismissal was fair, lawful and procedurally correct, including your right to unfair dismissal compensation.
Support where you resigned due to your employer’s conduct or breach of contract.
Claims relating to notice pay, contract breaches and dismissal without proper notice.
Unfair dismissal compensation and what could you be entitled to
If your unfair dismissal claim is successful you may be entitled to two types of unfair dismissal compensation:
Calculated using your age, length of service and weekly pay, up to a statutory maximum. This is similar to a redundancy payment and is awarded as a matter of course where a dismissal is found to be unfair.
This reflects the actual financial loss you have suffered as a result of the dismissal, including lost earnings and benefits. The compensatory award is subject to a statutory cap, which is updated annually.
The amount you receive will depend on your individual circumstances, including how quickly you find
alternative employment. Our unfair dismissal solicitors in Essex will give you a realistic assessment of
what you may be entitled to from the outset.
Why choose Mullis & Peake as your unfair dismissal solicitors in Essex?
Unfair dismissal cases often involve both legal complexity and personal stress. Our Essex based Employment Law Team combines technical expertise with a calm, supportive approach. Whether you are facing an unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal or considering an Employment Tribunal claim, we ensure you understand your position clearly and feel confident throughout the process.
We assess your dismissal promptly and explain whether you may have a valid claim.
We act solely in your interests, providing practical and realistic guidance.
Our solicitors regularly handle unfair dismissal and constructive dismissal claims at the Employment Tribunal.
Accessible advice from an Essex team who understands local Employment Tribunal practice.
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Frequently asked questions
An unfair dismissal occurs when an employer dismisses an employee without a fair reason or fails to follow a fair process. Common fair reasons include conduct, capability, redundancy or statutory restrictions, but even these must be handled properly. Most employees need at least two years’ continuous service to bring a claim, although some dismissals are automatically unfair. Our solicitors assess the reason for dismissal and the procedure used to determine whether you have a viable claim.
You usually have three months minus one day from the date of dismissal to start a claim.
Constructive dismissal occurs when you resign because your employer’s conduct leaves you no reasonable choice. Our constructive dismissal solicitors can advise on whether your circumstances amount to a valid claim.
In most cases, you need two years’ service, but there are important exceptions.
Unfair dismissal compensation may include a basic award and a compensatory award, subject to statutory limits.
No. Many cases resolve through settlement or ACAS conciliation before an Employment Tribunal hearing.
The timeline varies depending on whether your case settles early or proceeds to an Employment Tribunal hearing in Essex. Straightforward cases resolved through ACAS conciliation can conclude within weeks, while tribunal proceedings can take up to 5 years to get to a final hearing. Our unfair dismissal solicitors will give you a realistic picture of the likely timeline from the outset.
Unfair dismissal relates to whether your employer had a fair reason and followed a fair process. Wrongful dismissal relates to a breach of your employment contract, most commonly failing to give proper notice. Both can sometimes apply to the same situation and our employment lawyers in Essex can advise on which route is most appropriate for your circumstances.
Get in touch with our Unfair Dismissal Solicitors team
If you believe you have been dismissed unfairly and feel uncertain about your rights, early advice is essential. Our Employment Law Team is ready to listen, assess your case and guide you calmly through your options.
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