Civil Litigation

The reputation of Mowll & Mowll has been founded on our expertise in litigation. We have combined complete integrity with total dedication to the interests of our clients, sometimes pursuing their cases to the highest courts; at other times resolving their disputes by timely negotiation.

Disputes can arise without warning and cause considerable stress. We can identify, speedily, the nature of a dispute and advise on how best to resolve it - often by developing novel ways of speeding up the process and reducing cost. Where negotiation, arbitration or mediation are not possible we have the resources to see through the whole process of litigation.

For more information specific to this department please email civil@mowll.co.uk

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Q1

How much will it cost me?

A1

It is almost impossible to answer this question, because of the various ways in which others may respond to your claim. However, you may be able to obtain funding assistance from your Union or, we may be able to act for employees on a no-win/no-fee basis. Community Legal Service (formerly Legal Aid)is not available for proceedings in the Employment Tribunal, but you may be entitled to Community Legal Service if you intend to pursue your claim through the Civil Courts. If you wish to enter into a private agreement with us, we will fully explain our charges and will negotiate with you the appropriate hourly rate.

Q2

How can you help me to comply with my obligations as an employer?

A2

Whatever the size of your business, we can offer speedy and practical advice in the field of employment law. We can assist you to draft suitable documentation, including letters of engagement, contracts of employment, directors service agreements, restrictive covenants and confidentiality clauses, policy statements, company handbooks and disciplinary codes. We can also assist and advise in relation to other employment matters such as redundancies, disciplinary procedures and dismissals, transfer of undertakings regulations, variations of contract, deductions from pay, sexual harassment, maternity leave, equal opportunities and health & safety obligations. In fact everything you could want to know as an employer.

Q3

Why should I instruct Mowll & Mowll?

A3

We can offer you independent and objective advice, in one of the most difficult areas of the law. Unfair dismissal cases need to be handled with great care and skill. We are fully equipped to provide this.

Q4

I am in dispute with my employer, how can you help?

A4

We can advise you of your rights both under your employment contract and any relevant statutory provisions. We can negotiate with your employer on your behalf, in an attempt to resolve the matter amicably. Where necessary, if those negotiations break down, we can also represent you in making a claim in either the Employment Tribunal or Civil Court.

Q5

How long do I have to bring my claim?

A5

Generally, if you wish to make a claim at an Employment Tribunal for unfair dismissal you must submit your application to the Tribunal not later than three months from the date on which you were dismissed. This time limit is rigorously imposed, and we can assist you to complete your application forms and submit them to the Tribunal promptly. If you have a claim for breach of contract through the Civil Courts, you have six years from the date of breach by your employer to commence legal proceedings.