Kent Employers Urged to Wise Up on Employment Law

18 March 2008

Leading south east law firm Furley Page - in association with Kent Invicta Chamber - is presenting three of its popular interactive workshops aimed at giving employers a thorough understanding of today’s employment law. 

Andrew Masters, Partner and Head of Employment at Furley Page, said: “The workshops are an important initiative for employers. Our experience suggests that the current economic downturn has increased the potential risk to employers who are not familiar or compliant with employment law. Equally, they also need to keep on top of the recent and future changes in the law - which affect all businesses - and have a clear understanding of best HR practice to avoid unnecessary and costly disputes.

“We are delighted the chamber is once again partnering these workshops which are open to members and non-members throughout Kent and suited to all firms - no matter what the size of the workforce. As well as practical guidance, there will be question and answer sessions.”

Joining Andrew are Employment Lawyers Amanda Okill and Tom Dawson and specialist HR Consultant Hugh Horsford.

The workshops, at the Marriott Tudor Park Hotel and Country Club, Maidstone, start at 8am with breakfast and finish at noon.

• Employment Law Update for 2008 – Thursday April 10, 2008
• Investigating Discipline and Grievances in the Workplace – Thursday May 1, 2008
• Managing Sickness Absence  – Thursday May 22, 2008

Costs, which include breakfast and VAT, are £50 to Kent Invicta Chamber members and £65 to non-members. Bookings can be made by calling the chamber on 01233 503838 or online at www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk.

Andrew Masters, recommended for employment law in the current edition of the Legal 500, specialises in a wide range of dispute resolution, contentious, non-contentious and corporate support employment law and related HR matters, working with a large client base ranging from national and international companies to educational establishments, charities and smaller enterprises. Over the years he has developed a strong reputation for advising employers at an early stage to prevent unnecessary and costly disputes. An experienced lecturer and trainer in employment law, he has written a number of widely-published articles on employment-related matters and regularly appears in the media.

Amanda Okill advises both employers and individuals on all aspects of employment legislation and has a particular interest in discrimination law. She has represented both private and public body employers in tribunal. Recent cases include unfair and constructive dismissal, sex discrimination, disability discrimination and disputes on employment status. She has managed the multi party part time workers’ claims for backdated pensions against the NHS.

Tom Dawson has recently joined the Furley Page team. A specialist employment lawyer, he trained as a barrister and was called to the Bar in 2004. He then worked in-house, re-qualifying as a solicitor where he was a member of the employment team in the London office of a major national law firm. He advises large national organisations and senior employees on employment law issues embracing whistle-blowing, dismissals, discrimination, contract disputes, redundancy and business transfers. He has written several widely-published articles on employment law and is a member of the Employment Law Association. Tom grew up and was educated in Kent, giving him an insight into the business economy of the county.

Hugh Horsford has wide experience of HR management in both the private and public sectors. He has worked with line managers and chief executives helping to align their business needs and complex staffing issues. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
 

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