At AQ Archers, our specialist employment law team offers expert advice to both employers and employees. Whether you are navigating complex workplace issues or seeking to protect your rights, we combine in-depth legal knowledge with a practical, solution-focused approach to meet your needs.

We are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. Our approachable team works closely with you to stay up to date with legal developments, ensure compliance, and resolve even the most complex or long-standing issues.

If you are an employer or an employee, details of how we can assist you are provided below.

Our Team
Our employment law team has over 14 years of experience handling employment matters. The team includes solicitors and legal professionals qualified in overseas jurisdictions. Regardless of who works on your matter, they will be supervised by the Principal of AQ Archers, Mr. M. Asghar Khan.

Consultation Services

We understand that dealing with employment issues can feel overwhelming. Our consultation process is designed to provide clarity, support, and expert guidance tailored to your situation.

We offer:

• Free Preliminary Call: Gain an understanding of your matter and receive initial guidance at no cost.
• In-Depth Consultation: For a fixed fee of £350 plus VAT, we review your documents, assess your case, and provide tailored advice with clear next steps.

If you have any questions or wish to arrange a consultation, please call us on 020 7791 3223 or email info@aqarchers.co.uk.

For Employers

Running a business can be both rewarding and challenging. Managing employment matters smoothly and effectively is essential for your success.

We partner with your organization to provide clear, practical, and commercially focused advice to help you manage your workforce effectively while ensuring compliance with employment laws.

Our services for employers include:

• Day-to-day HR advice and guidance
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and policies
• Resolving workplace disputes
• Advising on dismissals
• TUPE (transfer of employees to another business)
• Managing redundancies
• Employment Tribunal representation

Transparent Pricing for Employers

We offer fixed-fee services based on our estimate of the time required to handle your case. For example:

• Advising on redundancies: Requires approximately 2 hours, with the fee capped at the hourly rate for 2 hours.

Hourly Rates

• Mr. M. Asghar Khan (Solicitor): £312.00 plus £62.40 VAT.
• Miss Esther Godwins (Solicitor): £250.00 plus £50.00 VAT.
• Other Caseworkers: £143.00–£204.00 plus VAT £28.60–£40.80, depending on their seniority and experience of your case handler.

Employment Tribunal Representation

The cost of defending claims can vary based on case complexity. For unfair or wrongful dismissal claims, fees may reach £12,000 (plus £2,400 VAT and disbursements).

Key stages of Employment Tribunal proceedings include:

1. Initial consultation and review of your case
2. Pre-claim conciliation and settlement negotiations
3. Preparing and filing your response
4. Exchanging documents and preparing witness statements
5. Attending the final hearing, including Counsel instructions

Timescales:
Straightforward matters may conclude within weeks through settlement negotiations, while complex cases could take up to 18 months to reach a resolution.

For Employees

We understand that workplace challenges or dismissals can feel overwhelming. Knowing your rights and understanding your options are critical to confidently moving forward.

Our services for employees include:

• Reviewing and advising on settlement agreements
• Discrimination claims
• Support with disciplinary and grievance processes
• Unfair dismissal and redundancy advice
• Contract and pay disputes
• Employment Tribunal claims and representation

Costs Information for Employees

We offer two fee structures to suit your needs:

1. Fixed Fees: Based on an hourly rate for each stage of your matter, agreed in advance and capped.
2. Conditional Fee Arrangement (CFA): A portion of legal fees is paid upfront, and we take a percentage (typically 20% plus VAT) of any compensation you receive. Eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Example Fixed Fees:

• Unfair dismissal claims: £950-£3,500 plus VAT, excluding disbursements, covering negotiations up to issuing tribunal proceedings.
• CFA upfront costs: £800-£1,200 plus VAT, with a success fee of 20% plus VAT applied to compensation received.

Employment Tribunal Proceedings

Total costs for bringing claims vary based on complexity, but fees for unfair or wrongful dismissal claims may reach £12,000 (plus VAT and disbursements).

Key stages of an Employment Tribunal claim include:

1. Initial consultation and case review
2. Preparing and issuing a claim
3. Pre-claim conciliation and settlement negotiations
4. Preparing witness statements and document bundles
5. Representation at the final hearing

Timescales:
Straightforward claims can be resolved within months, while complex matters proceeding to a final hearing may take 12-18 months.

Disbursements:
Additional costs, such as Counsel fees or expert reports, may apply and will be discussed with you in advance.

Contact Us

Whatever your employment matter, we are here to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Speak to a member of our team today by calling 020 7791 3223 or emailing info@aqarchers.co.uk. During the initial discussion, we will provide a tailored fee estimate for your needs.