Redundancy Lawyers in London
Facing redundancy can be stressful, uncertain and financially worrying. If you have been told your role is at risk or your employment has ended, early legal advice can make a real difference.
Redundancy Advice for Employees
At Osborne & Wise, our specialist redundancy lawyers support employees through every stage of the redundancy process. Contact our team today on 020 4572 5352 or complete our online contact form for clear, practical advice tailored to your situation.
We focus exclusively on protecting employee rights, helping you understand whether your redundancy is fair, and ensuring you receive the correct pay, notice and entitlements under UK employment law.
Understanding Redundancy Under UK Law
Redundancy occurs when an employer needs fewer employees to do a particular type of work, closes a workplace, or restructures the business. While redundancy can be genuine, employers must still follow a fair and lawful process.
A lawful redundancy process usually includes:
- A genuine redundancy situation
- A fair selection process
- Meaningful consultation with affected employees
- Consideration of suitable alternative roles
- Correct notice and redundancy pay
If any of these steps are missing, you may have grounds to challenge the redundancy.
Our redundancy solicitors help you assess whether your employer has acted lawfully and advise on the options available to you.
When Redundancy Is Unfair?
Not all redundancies are fair. You may have a claim if your employer:
- Failed to consult properly
- Used unfair selection criteria
- Selected you due to discrimination or whistleblowing
- Ignored suitable alternative roles
- Dismissed you without proper notice
Employees with two years’ service may be able to bring an unfair dismissal claim. In some cases, such as discrimination, claims can arise regardless of length of service.
Osborne & Wise will carefully review the circumstances of your redundancy and explain whether legal action is appropriate.
Redundancy Pay and Financial Entitlements
One of the most common concerns is whether the redundancy pay offered is correct. Depending on your contract and length of service, you may be entitled to:
- Statutory redundancy pay
- Enhanced contractual redundancy pay
- Notice pay or pay in lieu of notice
- Accrued but untaken holiday pay
- Bonuses or commission, where applicable
Employers do not always calculate these payments correctly. Our redundancy lawyers ensure you receive everything you are legally entitled to and challenge underpayments where necessary.
Redundancy Consultation and Your Rights
Consultation is a key part of a fair redundancy process. Employers must consult individually with affected employees and, in some cases, collectively.
During consultation, you should be given:
- Clear reasons for the redundancy
- Information about the selection pool and criteria
- An opportunity to challenge your selection
- Details of alternative roles within the business
If consultation is rushed, superficial or missing altogether, the redundancy may be unfair. We guide you through what consultation should look like and advise on next steps if your rights have been ignored.
Settlement Agreements and Redundancy
In many redundancy situations, employers offer a settlement agreement alongside or instead of a standard redundancy process. These agreements provide compensation in exchange for waiving legal claims.
Before signing, it is vital to obtain independent legal advice. We regularly advise employees on redundancy-related settlement agreements, including:
- Whether the compensation is fair
- Whether potential claims are being undervalued
- Negotiating higher payments or improved terms
- Ensuring tax treatment is correct
We also liaise directly with employers or their solicitors to negotiate better outcomes where possible. This service links closely with our settlement agreement expertise for seamless support.
How Our Redundancy Lawyers Can Help
Osborne & Wise offers comprehensive redundancy advice for employees at all stages, including:
Assessing Your Redundancy
We review whether the redundancy is genuine and whether the process followed meets legal standards.
Reviewing Redundancy Pay
Our team checks calculations carefully and identifies missing or incorrect payments.
Challenging Unfair Redundancy
Where appropriate, we advise on grievances, ACAS early conciliation and employment tribunal claims.
Advising on Settlement Agreements
We explain your options clearly and negotiate improved redundancy packages when possible.
Supporting You Strategically
Every case is different. We tailor advice to your goals, whether that is maximising compensation or moving on quickly with certainty.
Common Redundancy Scenarios We Advise On
Our redundancy lawyers regularly assist employees facing:
- Individual redundancy dismissals
- Large scale restructures and collective redundancies
- Redundancy during maternity, sickness or long-term leave
- Redundancy following a TUPE transfer
- Senior executive and director redundancies
Whatever your role or industry, we ensure your position is protected.
Why Choose Osborne & Wise?
Employees across London choose Osborne & Wise for redundancy advice because we offer:
- Specialist employment law expertise
- A clear focus on employee rights
- Practical, commercially aware advice
- Transparent communication and swift responses
- Same-day appointments where required
We combine legal precision with an approachable style, ensuring you feel informed and supported throughout.
Redundancy FAQs
Do I have to accept redundancy?
No. You can challenge the process if it is unfair or unlawful.
How much redundancy pay am I entitled to?
This depends on your age, service length and contract terms.
Can I be made redundant while on maternity leave?
Yes, but special protections apply and alternative roles must be offered.
Should I sign a redundancy settlement agreement?
Only after independent legal advice confirms it is in your best interests.
Is there a time limit to challenge redundancy?
Yes. Most claims must start within three months less one day.
Contact our Redundancy Lawyers in London
If you are facing redundancy or have concerns about how your employer is handling the process, Osborne & Wise is here to help. Speak to our experienced redundancy lawyers today by calling 020 4572 5352 or completing our online contact form. We will guide you through your options and work to secure the best possible outcome.
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