A bit about Settlement Agreement Solicitors
Settlement Agreement Solicitors is the UK’s only law firm 100% dedicated to helping employees with settlement agreements.
If you have lost your job or are being forced to leave, you deserve to be treated respectfully, fairly and be compensated appropriately. We are committed to helping you achieve this outcome.
If you are working to a tight deadline, our solicitors offer a same day telephone advice and sign-off service. If you are looking for a better deal, our expert negotiators can negotiate with your employer on your behalf to achieve your financial and non-financial objectives.
Why Settlement Agreement Solicitors is different
Settlement Agreement Solicitors Ltd is a modern law firm and we strive to efficiently help you with your settlement agreement in a straightforward, secure and simple manner. We do this by utilising our significant experience, contemporary IT facilities and focus on customer contentment to provide our services across England and Wales.
We have offices in London, Manchester and Bournemouth and we can assist you no matter where you are based in the country. Our team of specialist employment solicitors offer a Nationwide, remote service, by telephone and online.
If you are looking for a specialist law firm to assist you, then look no further than Settlement Agreement Solicitors. But don’t just take our word for it, we have hundreds of independently verified customer reviews on Trustpilot. We are in fact the number one ranked employment law firm in the country. Call us today and experience our 5-star service for yourself.
Meet our team
Get to know a few members of the Settlement Agreement Solicitors team and what they do.
Jarred Bold
Legal Director
Jarred joined our business in 2021 and he is our Legal & Compliance Director. An accomplished solicitor with over 17 years of practising experience, Jarred leads our team of senior employment solicitors to provide first-class legal advice to our clients, delivered with a warm and empathic approach. As well as being a highly experienced Settlement Agreement Solicitor himself, Jarred also manages our regulatory compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Reena Sharma
Employment Solicitor
Reena qualified as a solicitor in 2007 and is an expert in employment law. Reena specialises in settlement agreements and is able to negotiate the best possible outcome for clients, particularly where there are issues with performance, misconduct or discrimination. Reena is friendly and approachable and is able to build a positive and collaborative relationship with her clients.
William Mackenzie
Employment Solicitor
William qualified as a solicitor in 2006 and is highly experienced in all aspects of employment law. William joined our firm because he enjoys helping employees with settlement agreements. He is skilled at resolving situations in a way that allows the employer and employee to move forward positively and amicably. William is able to advise employees on complex settlement agreements where restrictive covenants and share options are a factor.
Sarah Jones
Employment Solicitor
Sarah has been a specialist employment law solicitor since 1992. She has worked with both businesses and individuals on a wide range of employment and human resources issues. Sarah’s passion for employment law is driven by her ability to assist and support her clients through what can be a very challenging time. Clients value that Sarah is a calm and effective negotiator with an eye for detail. Sarah’s specialisms include settlement agreements where discrimination and whistleblowing are a factor.
Angalee Pandya
Employment Solicitor
Angalee graduated in Law and qualified as a Solicitor in 2005. Since qualifying, she has specialised in Employment Law acting for both employers and employees and advising in both contentious and non-contentious matters. She provides clear and strategic advice to her clients, who benefit from her extensive experience covering the whole range of employment issues from the early stages of dispute resolution right through to Tribunal proceedings.
Nick Bailey
Employment Solicitor
Nick qualified as a solicitor in 1993 and has specialised in employment law cases since 2000. He has advised and supported both employers and employees on the law. He has a postgraduate degree in industrial relations and employment law.
Christopher Joseph
Employment Solicitor
Chris has 17 years of experience in private practice and specialises in Employment Law. As a consultant solicitor Chris acts for employees in advising on and negotiating settlement agreements and will provide professional, robust representation for those wishing to maximise their severance package. Chris has an excellent manner with all of his clients and will provide a straightforward, plain English advice to you on the terms of your settlement agreement and what they mean for you. Chris also works as a litigator in Employment Tribunal matters and brings with him a wider understanding and depth of experience in relation to employment matters and the settlement of your claim.
Tanya Devaney
Employment Solicitor
Tanya qualified as a solicitor in 2022 and joined Settlement Agreement Solicitors in 2023, having previously worked in public defence litigation. Tanya uses her experience dealing with difficult negotiations and sensitive relationships to ensure the best possible outcome for her clients. She joined the firm because she is passionate about helping people with settlement agreements, and treats her clients with an empathetic approach.
Emily Muncey
Employment Solicitor
Emily qualified as a solicitor in 2021 and joined Settlement Agreement Solicitors in 2024. Since qualifying she has specialised in employment law and has advised on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters for both employers and employees. Emily is particularly experienced when it comes to advising on and negotiating in relation to settlement agreements. She provides straight-forward and pragmatic advice, ensuring fair and favourable terms for her clients.
Laura Collins
Employment Solicitor
Laura qualified as a solicitor in 2019. Whilst undertaking her legal training she also gained a Masters Degree in Employment Law as it was always the area of the law that interested her the most: where “people issues” were at the heart. She has worked in private practice, and in-house, but more recently has enjoyed utilising that experience to help employees secure exit packages that will allow them to move on feeling energised about what is next for them. Laura adopts a straight-forward and empathetic approach to explaining the terms of settlement agreements in a way that employees understand, and will work hard to negotiate the best possible outcome for her clients.
Samantha Jolliffe
Employment Solicitor
Samantha brings over 16 years of experience in employment law, having worked with both high-net-worth individuals and multinational corporations. Throughout her career, Samantha has developed expertise in handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including employment tribunal claims, drafting employment documentation, advising on TUPE, and negotiating settlement agreements. She has held senior roles at firms such as Howard Kennedy, Charsley Harrison LLP, and Monaco Solicitors, and has a strong track record of securing favourable outcomes for her clients. In addition to her legal practice, Samantha is also an accomplished freelance legal writer. She has drafted extensive employment law documentation including for a large multinational legal technology company and has also written numerous articles, blogs, and technical papers on employment law for law firms and HR clients.
Irina Polyakova
Employment Solicitor
Irina is an experienced employment solicitor with 15 years of post-qualification experience. Most recently, she served as Head of the Employment Department at Eaton Smith LLP, where she was responsible for the department’s growth, business development, and the supervision of junior lawyers. Irina’s extensive experience includes providing corporate (M&A) support in relation to the employment aspects of share and business purchase agreements, including advising on TUPE, reviewing employment warranties and indemnities, and conducting due diligence exercises. Irina has also worked in Bahrain with Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates, advising high-net-worth expatriates and senior executives, as well as businesses such as Four Seasons Hotel and IKEA. Her proven ability to navigate complex employment law issues, combined with her creative and strategic approach to problem-solving, has earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor.
Harvinder Dhaliwal
Employment Solicitor
Harvinder brings 16 years of experience as an Employment Solicitor and also has litigation experience as a Clinical Negligence Solicitor. Harvinder most recently worked as an Employment Solicitor at Markel Law, having joined them in 2013. Prior to this, Harvinder worked for other leading law firms including Simpson Millar and Irwin Mitchell. Harvinder is an accomplished employment solicitor with extensive experience in providing expert legal advice across a wide range of industries. Her expertise spans various employment law matters, including recruitment, contractual disputes, disciplinary processes, redundancy, settlement agreements, and TUPE. She has a strong track record of delivering tailored, high-quality advice to HR professionals, SMEs, directors, and senior executives.
Lucy Stones
Employment Solicitor
Lucy began her legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at Ringrose Law in 2009, where she later qualified as an Employment Solicitor in 2013. She moved to Thompsons Solicitors in 2018, where she worked as an Employment Solicitor, representing trade union members on employment tribunal matters and settlement agreements. Later, she joined Amica Legal and Amica HR as Head of Employment Law and HR Advice, advising employers on employment law, conducting investigations, and representing clients in tribunal cases. Most recently, Lucy has been with Lincs Law Employment Solicitors since September 2019 as an Associate Employment Solicitor, specialising in claimant cases. During her time with Lincs Law, Lucy focused on representing clients in employment tribunals, negotiating settlement agreements, and advising on all areas of employment law. She was also responsible for mentoring junior solicitors in their professional development. With over 15 years of extensive experience in employment law, Lucy brings a remarkable depth of knowledge and a strong dedication to client care.
Tony Hobson
Client Care Manager
Tony joined the business in 2021 and he is part of our senior management team. His primary responsibility is to make sure that our clients cases run smoothly and efficiently and that our clients feel supported during what is undoubtedly a very difficult time. Tony trains and leads our growing team of client care specialists. Tony strives for every client to have the most positive experience they have ever had with a law firm and he consistently achieves this goal.
Chloe Nelson
Paralegal
Chloe brings experience and passion for client advocacy to the team. With a paralegal background, Chloe is committed to clients receiving personalised guidance and clear communication throughout the legal process. Chloe addresses client concerns with professionalism, ensuring that clients feel valued and well-informed at every stage of their case.
Mandi Chizambire
Paralegal
Mandi joined the business in 2024, bringing over five years of experience as a paralegal to the team. Mandi is dedicated to supporting clients through stressful times, ensuring the legal process is as smooth and straightforward as possible. Committed to alleviating client stress, Mandi approaches each case with empathy and professionalism, guiding clients through every step with clarity and reassurance. Mandi values the importance of teamwork, attention to detail and a proactive attitude to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
Stephanie Knox
Paralegal
Stephanie joined the business in September 2023, with a significant background in health care and customer service management. Stephanie always applies a client focused approach, striving to ensure that clients feel supported throughout the process. Stephanie deals with customer queries in a professional and competent manner. Stephanie has a very keen eye for detail and dedicates her time to providing great customer journeys. Stephanie is a great team player and prides herself in making a positive difference to the experience of our clients.
Jessica Scully
Paralegal
Jessica joined the business in 2023, bringing a strong foundation of customer service within high-end hospitality and business support. Known for her adaptability within hands-on and proactive work environments, with a detail- oriented and focused approach, enabling her to excel in customer engagement, whilst fostering a strong sense of teamwork. Calm and professional under pressure, Jessica is dedicated to delivering excellent results within a fast-paced environment.
Paul Crane
Client Care Manager
Paul joined the business in 2021 and he is part of our senior management team. His primary responsibility is to make sure that our clients cases run smoothly and efficiently and that our clients feel supported during what is undoubtedly a very difficult time. Paul trains and leads our growing team of client care specialists. Paul strives to deliver an excellent service to all clients to ensure their settlement agreement experience is as stress free as possible.
Taf Haque
Client Care Specialist
An organized, results-oriented Customer Service Professional with an excellent track record of significantly increasing service quality, sales, and customer base. Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills; competent in building customer relationships that inspire confidence and loyalty.
Donna Thompson
Client Care Specialist
Donna joined the business in 2023, she brings with her 30 years of exceptional customer service and passionately prides herself on her empathetic approach. Donna has a real drive and determination to provide the very best service to our clients by putting herself in the customer’s shoes.
Toni Ireland
Client Care Specialist
Toni joined the business in 2024 and brings with her a unique blend of high level client service and professionalism. With over a decade of experience in sales, customer service and account management across multiple countries, she is known for her ability to communicate and adapt in any circumstance. Toni is passionate in ensuring that all clients are reassured and supported during what can be an extremely confusing and difficult time.
Jona Ebube
Client Care Specialist
Jona has 10+ years of B2B case management experience. Skilled in client care and communication, he ensures smooth case progression, guides clients through consultations, and connects them with specialist solicitors for a seamless experience.
Patrick Knight
Founder & CEO
Patrick founded the business in 2020 and is the creator of our unique Exceptional Customer Experience approach to delivering settlement agreement advice. Under Patrick’s leadership, our caring team is tasked with treating every client with the highest levels of professionalism, empathy, support and understanding. Patrick is a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years experience in launching and scaling-up businesses that do things differently and disrupt the industry incumbents.
Nigel Downing
Managing Director
Nigel joined in 2024 bringing a wealth of commercial, financial, and operational expertise to the firm. A qualified accountant with over 20 years of experience, Nigel has a distinguished career working on acquisitions, scaling businesses, and delivering long-term success across diverse industries. Throughout his career, Nigel has demonstrated a keen ability to drive strategic growth and operational excellence. Nigel is passionate about fostering a collaborative and innovative environment, empowering the team to achieve excellence and maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
James Fairclough
Chairman
James is an accomplished board level executive with 25+ years of experience at some of the world’s most respected consumer focused and innovative companies (including the AA, P&G, Sky, IWG and Simply Business). James is a successful Angel Investor in digital start-ups and e-commerce businesses that leverage technology and a deep understanding of consumer needs to disrupt the status-quo. Formerly a Non-Executive Director at SuperAwesome – the world’s leading Digital Marketing Platform for Safe Kids Advertising, he is also the Non Executive Chair of Kindred for Business.
Company Details
Settlement Agreement Solicitors Ltd are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Solicitors Regulation Authority number: 801426.
Employment Lawyers Association number: 15016.
Registered in England & Wales with company number: 12589585.
London Head Office: Thomas House, 84 Eccleston Square, London, SW1V 1PX
Bournemouth Office: 7 Stratfield Saye, 20-22 Wellington Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8JN
Contact Email: info@settlementagreement.com