Clear, Commercial and Compliant Support for UK Businesses

Running a business means making decisions that impact your people—sometimes daily. From hiring and contracts to performance, restructuring, and employee exits, every step must be aligned with increasingly complex employment law. That’s where we come in.

At rwLaw, we’re employment law specialists. We partner with businesses of all sizes—from start-ups to established companies and professional firms—offering expert, practical legal advice to help you manage your workforce, avoid risk, and stay compliant.

Why Employment Law Matters More Than Ever

Employment legislation changes regularly, and the consequences of getting it wrong can be costly—financially and reputationally. Whether it’s a contract clause, a redundancy process, or a performance-related dismissal, the safest course of action is to seek specialist advice early.

Smart employers don’t just react—they prepare. Putting the right legal structures in place means fewer disputes, fewer surprises, and a stronger, more engaged workforce.

As a specialist boutique employment law firm, we offer tailored, high-quality advice across the full range of employment issues, including:

Contracts, Handbooks & Employment Documentation

  • Drafting and reviewing contracts of employment, consultancy agreements, and director service agreements

  • Creating clear, legally compliant staff handbooks and workplace policies

  • Advising on restrictive covenants, confidentiality, and intellectual property protection

HR & People Management Support

  • Day-to-day support on disciplinary and grievance procedures

  • Managing performance, capability, and absence

  • Advice on employee investigations and protected conversations

Workforce Restructuring, TUPE & Redundancy

  • Strategic advice on reorganisations, restructuring, and redundancy

  • Full guidance on TUPE transfers during business sales, mergers, and outsourcing

  • Ensuring consultation obligations are met and risks minimised

Settlement Agreements & Senior Exits

  • Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements

  • Managing senior employee exits and executive departures

  • Enforcing or defending post-termination restrictions

Employment Disputes & Tribunal Claims

  • Representing employers in employment tribunals for unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, and more

  • ACAS Early Conciliation support

  • Pre-claim resolution strategies to avoid litigation

Discrimination, Equality & Whistleblowing

  • Advice on handling discrimination allegations and internal complaints

  • Ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010

  • Investigating and responding to whistleblowing disclosures

Proactive Training & Legal Updates

  • In-house training for HR teams and managers

  • Workshops on equality, disciplinary procedures, managing investigations, and more

  • Updates on key changes in employment law affecting your business

Tailored Packages for Every Business

We understand that every business is different. That’s why we offer flexible packages—whether you need one-off support, advice on a specific issue, or ongoing guidance through a monthly retainer. You stay in control of your policies and processes; we’re here to guide, not dictate.

We do not offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we provide responsive, personal, and strategic legal support, focused on your commercial goals.

Supporting Employers Across All Sectors

Our team has experience advising clients in:

  • Financial & Professional Services

  • Technology & Start-ups

  • Manufacturing & Engineering

  • Retail, Food & Hospitality

  • Healthcare & Social Care

  • Education & Charities

  • Public Sector & Regulated Industries