Employment Tribunal Fees
Employment Tribunal Fees
We advise and represent both employees and employers in Employment Tribunal proceedings. Our indicative fees for the most common types of claim are set out below. All fees are exclusive of VAT at 20%. VAT-inclusive totals are shown alongside.
The total cost of Employment Tribunal proceedings will depend on the complexity of the claim, the number of hearings required, and the volume of documentation involved. We will provide a tailored cost estimate at the outset of your matter.
Employee Claims — Unfair Dismissal and Wrongful Dismissal
| Stage | Our Fee (ex. VAT) | VAT (20%) | Total (inc. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial advice and ACAS Early Conciliation support | From £500 | From £100 | From £600 |
| Claim drafting and ET1 submission | From £800 | From £160 | From £960 |
| Case management and disclosure | From £1,000 | From £200 | From £1,200 |
| Preparation for full merits hearing | From £1,500 | From £300 | From £1,800 |
| Attendance at full merits hearing (per day) | From £1,500 | From £300 | From £1,800 |
| Full case (simple, single hearing) | From £3,500 | From £700 | From £4,200 |
| Full case (complex, multi-day hearing) | From £6,000 | From £1,200 | From £7,200 |
These fees cover straightforward unfair dismissal and wrongful dismissal claims only. Discrimination claims, TUPE disputes, and whistleblowing matters are more complex and will be quoted separately.
Employer Defence — Unfair Dismissal and Wrongful Dismissal
| Stage | Our Fee (ex. VAT) | VAT (20%) | Total (inc. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial advice and ACAS Early Conciliation | From £500 | From £100 | From £600 |
| ET3 response drafting and submission | From £800 | From £160 | From £960 |
| Case management, disclosure and witness statements | From £1,200 | From £240 | From £1,440 |
| Preparation for full merits hearing | From £1,500 | From £300 | From £1,800 |
| Attendance at full merits hearing (per day) | From £1,500 | From £300 | From £1,800 |
| Full case (simple, single hearing) | From £3,500 | From £700 | From £4,200 |
| Full case (complex, multi-day hearing) | From £6,000 | From £1,200 | From £7,200 |
Key Stages — Employment Tribunal
- Initial consultation and assessment of claim prospects
- ACAS Early Conciliation (mandatory pre-claim step)
- Drafting and submitting ET1 (claim) or ET3 (response)
- Preliminary hearings and case management
- Disclosure and exchange of documents
- Preparation of witness statements
- Preparation for and attendance at the full merits hearing
- Settlement negotiations (ongoing throughout)
Timescales — Employment Tribunal
Employment Tribunal claims typically take 12–18 months from the ET1 submission to a final hearing, though this varies significantly by region and complexity. We will provide a more specific estimate once we have reviewed the facts of your matter.
Who Will Handle Your Employment Matter
Employment matters are handled by Angalee Pandya, Senior Consultant Employment Solicitor, who has over 18 years of experience in employment law and HR matters. She advises employers and employees across all Employment Tribunal claim types including settlement agreements, unfair dismissal, discrimination, and wrongful termination.
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Our Team — Qualifications by Practice Area
The following sets out the qualified personnel responsible for supervising each practice area covered by our fee schedule.
Property Conveyancing
Supervising Partner: Dharmini Somani, Partner Solicitor — qualified 2018, 6+ years PQE, specialist in residential and commercial property, Wills & Probate, property litigation, and matrimonial law.
Supporting team: Parveen Verma, Senior Consultant Conveyancing Solicitor — over 35 years of experience in commercial property and private client work. Day-to-day matters may be handled by supervised paralegals including Cecilia Fernandes (Senior Paralegal, 10+ years' experience) and Radnika Shah (Senior Paralegal, 30+ years' experience in commercial property)
Wills, Probate and Lasting Power of Attorney
Supervising Solicitor: Dharmini Somani, Partner Solicitor — qualified 2018, specialist in Wills & Probate and private client matters.
Day-to-day matters are handled by Lasith Hewasiliyange (Paralegal, LLB Hons — University of London, currently pursuing Masters in Law) under qualified supervision.
Immigration
Lead: Parvinder Singh, Immigration Specialist Consultant — over 20 years of experience advising individuals and businesses on all areas of UK immigration and nationality law, with particular expertise in Skilled Worker, Sponsor Licences, Innovator Founder, and Start-Up visa routes.
Employment Law and Settlement Agreements
Lead: Angalee Pandya, Senior Consultant Employment Solicitor — over 18 years of experience in employment law and HR. Advises employers and employees on settlement agreements, unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, discrimination, and Employment Tribunal proceedings.
Family and Divorce
Lead: Kalpana Shah, Senior Consultant Family Solicitor — 31 years of dedicated practice in family law including divorce, child arrangements, domestic violence, and financial settlements.
Supporting: Reena Patel, Senior Consultant Family Solicitor — over 23 years of experience in all aspects of family law, member of Resolution.
Litigation and Disputes
Lead: Paul Mendelsohn, Senior Consultant Litigation Solicitor — over 35 years of experience in civil litigation, commercial disputes, and alternative dispute resolution.
Supporting: Samantha Greer, Senior Consultant Commercial Solicitor — qualified 2009, extensive experience in commercial contracts, construction disputes, and advocacy in lower courts.