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Losing your job can be incredibly distressing, especially when you believe it was done unfairly. Whether you’ve been dismissed without a valid reason, not given proper notice, or you believe your employer failed to follow the correct procedure, you may be a victim of unfair dismissal. Understanding your rights and taking the right steps can make all the difference. In this article, our unfair dismissal lawyers will help you understand where you stand. Step 1: Know Your Rights In the UK, employees with at least two years of continuous service have the right to not be unfairly dismissed. Common examples of unfair dismissal include being let go for: Whistleblowing Raising health and safety concerns Pregnancy Race Gender Protected characteristics If you suspect your dismissal falls into any of these categories, you should seek immediate legal advice. Step 2: Stay Calm and Collect Evidence As emotional and frustrating this can be, it’s important to stay as calm as possible. Collect as much evidence and documentation as you can. Keep emails, messages, contracts and any correspondence that relates to your dismissal. This information can be vital in helping unfair dismissal lawyers assess your case and provide evidence. Step 3: Follow the Correct Procedures Before taking your case to an employment tribunal, you’ll usually need to engage in conciliation with ACAS first (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service). In most cases of employment disputes this is a required step, as it might lead to resolution without going to court. If conciliation fails, you have a limited amount of time to make a claim (usually three months minus a day from the date of dismissal). Step 4: Speak to Unfair Dismissal Lawyers Handling an unfair dismissal claim can be complex, especially when you are dealing with the emotional and financial stress of losing a job. Unfair dismissal lawyers can help you navigate this process. They will represent your interests and help improve your chances of receiving compensation or reinstatement. If you think you have been unfairly dismissed, don’t wait any time. The earlier you seek legal support, the stronger your case will be. At Fitz Solicitors, our team specialises in employment law. We can guide you from start to finish, helping you reach a resolution. Contact us today for a confidential consultation, so we can help you get the justice you deserve and any monies/compensation you are owed.

What Makes a Good Litigation Lawyer?

on May 10, 2025 Comments Off on What Makes a Good Litigation Lawyer?

Litigation proceedings can get very complicated very quickly, which is why it’s essential to have a reliable litigation lawyer with a proven track record. Here at Fitz Solicitors, our litigation lawyers have worked on countless cases and, as such, we know a thing or two about what makes for effective litigation.

In this article, we’ll be discussing what to look out for in a litigation lawyer, why experience makes such a big difference, and what you can expect from us.

The Job of a Litigation Lawyer

Litigation is one of the most prominent disciplines in law and, as such, you’ve almost certainly heard of it before. Litigation can cover anything from property disputes to debt recovery and a whole lot more.

In its simplest sense, you can think of litigation as a process of resolving disputes, be that in or out of the courtroom. More often than not, such resolutions will take place outside the courtroom as a way to save time, money, and, in many cases involving large companies, professional reputation.

As such, the job of a litigation lawyer is to be your informed advocate in a dispute. They’re a negotiator who’ll work on your behalf to come to the best deal for you.

Why Experience Makes All The Difference

Being a litigation lawyer isn’t just about knowing the law inside and out, although that certainly helps. In practice, it’s about being a persuasive advocate for the needs of a client, involving a detailed understanding of both the client and their circumstances. The law is a part of that, but so is the ability to work with people and understand their goals and motivations.

In this regard, experience can completely turn the tables. There’s just no replacing experience when it comes to working with people. Experienced litigation lawyers develop more of an instinct for people and situations. They understand the strategy and tactics of negotiation, and they’ll know how to keep you in the loop so that while they’re the advisor, you’re still the one calling the shots.

What You Get With Fitz Solicitors

With all that said, you’re probably wondering how we at Fitz Solicitors approach litigation.

Here at Fitz, first and foremost, we’re a pragmatic team. We take a practical, experience-based approach to providing the best results to our clients. We look at what’s worked in previous cases, and we’ll apply that to yours in order to get the most effective result.

To learn more about what we could do for you, please email us today at info@fitz-legal.com or call 01753 592 000.

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Raju JunejaWhat Makes a Good Litigation Lawyer?