Unfair Dismissal Solicitor
Think you've been unfairly dismissed? We'll tell you where you stand, what your options are, and whether it's worth making a claim. Clear advice, no jargon.
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Have You Been Unfairly Dismissed?
Being dismissed from your job is one of the most stressful things that can happen at work. If your employer didn't follow a fair process, didn't have a valid reason for letting you go, or treated you differently because of a protected characteristic, you may have a claim for unfair dismissal.
At Everglynn Law, we specialise in employment law and regularly advise employees who have been dismissed unfairly. We'll review your situation, explain your rights clearly, and give you an honest assessment of whether it's worth pursuing a claim — or whether a negotiated settlement would get you a better result.
We're based in Warwickshire and advise clients across Coventry, Leamington Spa, Rugby, and the wider West Midlands.
Don't Delay - 3 Month Time Limit
You normally have just 3 months minus one day from the date of your dismissal to contact ACAS and start the claims process. If you miss this deadline, you'll almost certainly lose the right to make a claim. Contact us as soon as possible.
Common Reasons for Unfair Dismissal Claims
These are the most common situations where we help people with unfair dismissal claims.
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No Fair Process Followed
Your employer dismissed you without following a proper disciplinary or performance management process. Even if there was a valid reason, the dismissal can still be unfair if the procedure wasn't followed.
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No Valid Reason Given
Your employer can't clearly explain why you were dismissed, or the reason they've given doesn't hold up to scrutiny. There are only five potentially fair reasons for dismissal in law.
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Dismissed for Raising a Grievance
You raised a complaint about something at work - bullying, discrimination, unsafe practices - and were dismissed shortly after. This could be automatically unfair.
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Dismissed During Pregnancy or Maternity
You were dismissed while pregnant, on maternity leave, or shortly after returning. Pregnancy-related dismissals are automatically unfair and are also a form of discrimination.
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Dismissed for Whistleblowing
You reported wrongdoing at work and were dismissed as a result. Whistleblowing dismissals are automatically unfair - there is no minimum service requirement.
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Selected Unfairly for Redundancy
You were made redundant but the selection criteria were unfair, the consultation process was inadequate, or the real reason wasn't actually redundancy at all.
What to Do If You've Been Unfairly Dismissed
If you think your dismissal was unfair, here's what you should do - and what we can help with at each stage.
Gather Your Evidence
Keep copies of your contract, any letters or emails about your dismissal, and notes of conversations. Write down the key dates and what was said. Don't delete any messages.
Contact a Solicitor
The sooner you get legal advice, the better. We'll review your situation and tell you honestly whether you have a viable claim, what it could be worth, and what the best course of action is.
ACAS Early Conciliation
Before you can file a tribunal claim, you must contact ACAS. This is a free, confidential process where a conciliator tries to help both sides reach a settlement. Many cases resolve at this stage.
File a Tribunal Claim (If Needed)
If conciliation doesn't resolve things, we'll prepare and file your claim with the employment tribunal. We handle the paperwork, gather evidence, and build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
Tribunal Hearing or Settlement
Many claims settle before they reach a hearing. If yours does go to tribunal, we'll represent you and present your case. Hearings usually last 1-3 days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as unfair dismissal?
A dismissal is unfair if your employer didn't have a fair reason for dismissing you, or if they had a fair reason but didn't follow a proper procedure. Fair reasons for dismissal include capability, conduct, redundancy, illegality (e.g. you lost a required licence), and "some other substantial reason." If your employer can't show a fair reason and a fair process, the dismissal is likely unfair.
Do I need 2 years' service to claim unfair dismissal?
For a standard unfair dismissal claim, you generally need at least 2 years' continuous service. However, there are important exceptions. Dismissals for certain reasons are "automatically unfair" regardless of length of service — these include dismissal for pregnancy, whistleblowing, asserting a statutory right, or trade union membership. If any of these apply to you, you can claim from day one.
What compensation can I get for unfair dismissal?
The tribunal can award a basic award (calculated like a redundancy payment based on age, length of service and weekly pay) plus a compensatory award for financial losses such as lost earnings, loss of statutory rights, and expenses. The compensatory award is currently capped at the lower of one year's gross salary or the statutory cap. In some cases — such as automatically unfair dismissals — the cap may not apply.
How long do I have to make a claim?
You must contact ACAS within 3 months minus one day of the date of your dismissal. This starts the early conciliation process. If conciliation doesn't resolve the matter, you then have a further short window to file your tribunal claim. Missing the initial deadline almost always means you lose the right to claim, so act quickly.
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Think You've Been Unfairly Dismissed?
Get clear, confidential advice from an experienced employment solicitor. We'll tell you where you stand - honestly.