Employment
Working with Senior Executives
“Extremely professional team, with an exhaustive, detailed and thorough approach to cases. It’s very clear they are a close team and work harmoniously together.”
The Legal 500 UK 2025
Our Senior Executive team specialises in discrimination, whistleblowing and misconduct cases, acting for individuals both during employment and on dismissal, raising matters with their employers internally and if necessary, in the Employment Tribunal and/or the High Court. We also advise in relation to confidential information and post termination restraints.
We have vast litigation experience and routinely act for senior executives in high profile, high value, and complex claims. However, our goal is always to try to resolve your dispute at an early stage without need for litigation. We offer a personal, strategic and commercial service and are highly specialised in raising your concerns effectively via your employer’s internal processes to either preserve the employment relationship where possible, or to negotiate a severance package that works for you.
We are recognised as leaders in this field, ranked in both the Chambers and Legal 500 legal directories with a number of our Partners being cited as ‘Notable Practitioners’ and ‘Next Generation Partners’.
- Businesses – Overview
- Capability Dismissals and Disability Discrimination
- Discrimination
- Family and Employment Law
- Misconduct, Poor Performance and Grievances
- Partnership Disputes and LLPs
- Restrictive Covenants, Confidential Information and Team Moves
- Restructures, Re-organisations, Acquisitions and Sales
- Wider Employment Issues
Contact our Employment Team
telephone: 020 7691 4000
or email: enquiries@edwincoe.com
I found their work to be of a high standard with a good outcome achieved.
The Legal 500 2025
I found their work to be of a high standard with a good outcome achieved.
The Legal 500 2025
Working with Senior Executives Team
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The Edwin Coe practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of liti...
Chambers UK 2025
The Edwin Coe practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of litigation work alongside a dedicated and empathetic approach to its clients.Chambers UK 2025
They are not just extremely knowledgeable but they are tactical, practical and are able to provide a great level of supp...
Chambers UK 2025
They are not just extremely knowledgeable but they are tactical, practical and are able to provide a great level of support through the process.Chambers UK 2025
They provided an undeniably high level of service and responsiveness. All the questions were addressed and answered with...
Chambers UK 2025
They provided an undeniably high level of service and responsiveness. All the questions were addressed and answered within minimal limit of time.Chambers UK 2025
Extremely professional team, with an exhaustive, detailed and thorough approach to cases. It’s very clear they are a c...
The Legal 500 UK 2025
Extremely professional team, with an exhaustive, detailed and thorough approach to cases. It’s very clear they are a close team and work harmoniously together.The Legal 500 UK 2025
Edwin Coe are extremely experienced in employment law, but have a human element that is comforting to a client when in n...
The Legal 500 UK 2025
Edwin Coe are extremely experienced in employment law, but have a human element that is comforting to a client when in need of understanding of their situation.The Legal 500 UK 2025
I found their work to be of a high standard with a good outcome achieved.
The Legal 500 UK 2025
I found their work to be of a high standard with a good outcome achieved.The Legal 500 UK 2025
There hasn't been a situation where Edwin Coe haven't been able to advise on a matter. Clearly, they have a lot of real ...
Chambers UK 2024
There hasn't been a situation where Edwin Coe haven't been able to advise on a matter. Clearly, they have a lot of real experience and are able to take the whole picture into account.Chambers UK 2024
Edwin Coe are always able to concentrate on the required outcomes while taking full cognisance of all the legal issues.
Chambers UK 2024
Edwin Coe are always able to concentrate on the required outcomes while taking full cognisance of all the legal issues.Chambers UK 2024
Every person within the legal team at Edwin Coe is a trustworthy, capable and strong lawyer.
Chambers UK 2024
Every person within the legal team at Edwin Coe is a trustworthy, capable and strong lawyer.Chambers UK 2024
The Edwin Coe practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of
The Legal 500 UK 2024
The Edwin Coe practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of
professional litigation work alongside a dedicated and empathetic approach to its clients. It is a truly wonderful firm and group of professionals.The Legal 500 UK 2024
Linky Trott and Emma Sangeelee are highly talented, experienced and dedicated professionals and are supported by a commi...
The Legal 500 UK 2024
Linky Trott and Emma Sangeelee are highly talented, experienced and dedicated professionals and are supported by a committed and impressive team.The Legal 500 UK 2024
Clare Gilroy-Scott is excellent. She is kind, professional and on top of the law and current practice.
The Legal 500 UK 2024
Clare Gilroy-Scott is excellent. She is kind, professional and on top of the law and current practice.The Legal 500 UK 2024
They were friendly, professional and helped me navigate a situation I had no idea how to deal with. They put a smile on ...
Client Feedback 2023
They were friendly, professional and helped me navigate a situation I had no idea how to deal with. They put a smile on my face at a time I felt super lost and low, always feeling calm and kept me moving in the best direction for my case.Client Feedback 2023
Clients value the Team: “They took time to understand my case and worked quickly and efficiently to ensure I received...
Client Feedback 2023
Clients value the Team: “They took time to understand my case and worked quickly and efficiently to ensure I received the best outcome possible, whilst always outlining the pro's and con's of each option”.Client Feedback 2023
Clients recommend the Team due to their “extremely helpful and personable experience”.
Client Feedback 2023
Clients recommend the Team due to their “extremely helpful and personable experience”.Client Feedback 2023
They have a good understanding of our business and the risks and opportunities involved. They always have the time to re...
Chambers UK 2023
They have a good understanding of our business and the risks and opportunities involved. They always have the time to review all the detail and give the best advice to suit the business needs within the legal parameters.Chambers UK 2023
The team at Edwin Coe are always excellent in their ability to give good counsel. I can always rely on all the team to b...
Chambers UK 2023
The team at Edwin Coe are always excellent in their ability to give good counsel. I can always rely on all the team to be up to speed with our cases. They provide pragmatic counsel which is comforting during difficult issues.Chambers UK 2023
I have always been happy with the services they provide. They are my go-to team of advisers.
Chambers UK 2023
I have always been happy with the services they provide. They are my go-to team of advisers.Chambers UK 2023
The wider team members were all effective and provided the necessary level of support. The advice provided by the head o...
Chambers UK 2023
The wider team members were all effective and provided the necessary level of support. The advice provided by the head of Employment Law in the earlier phases of the assignment was especially valuable and demonstrated a high level of professional expertise.Edwin Coe have got real strength and depth. They have got real
expertise within the team; their specialism is high-end claimant
work."Chambers UK 2023
Edwin Coe have got real strength and depth. They have got real expertise within the team; their specialism is high-end c...
Chambers UK 2023
Edwin Coe have got real strength and depth. They have got real expertise within the team; their specialism is high-end claimant work.Chambers UK 2023
It is really a very dynamic professional team of people extremely serious and dedicated.
The Legal 500 UK 2023
It is really a very dynamic professional team of people extremely serious and dedicated.The Legal 500 UK 2023
The practice is diverse in its culture as it employs individuals from different backgrounds. The partners are very suppo...
The Legal 500 UK 2023
The practice is diverse in its culture as it employs individuals from different backgrounds. The partners are very supportive and understanding.The Legal 500 UK 2023
My experience with Edwin Coe was notable for the flexibility, empathy and resourcefulness of the senior staff.
The Legal 500 UK 2023
My experience with Edwin Coe was notable for the flexibility, empathy and resourcefulness of the senior staff.The Legal 500 UK 2023
They have been able to deliver good advice and manage our case in a more efficient professional manner.
The Legal 500 UK 2023
They have been able to deliver good advice and manage our case in a more efficient professional manner.The Legal 500 UK 2023
Edwin Coe LLP is a very friendly and informative firm who have helped me during difficult periods over many years. I hig...
The Legal 500 UK 2023
Edwin Coe LLP is a very friendly and informative firm who have helped me during difficult periods over many years. I highly recommend them.The Legal 500 UK 2023
The Edwin Coe team, led by Linky Trott, provided us with first class advice on both points of law and on the best approa...
The Legal 500 UK 2023
The Edwin Coe team, led by Linky Trott, provided us with first class advice on both points of law and on the best approach to take, adroitly using KC skills on specialist points of law.’The Legal 500 UK 2023
Head of employment, Linky Trott is fantastic to work with. She has a vast knowledge of employment law, is highly intelli...
The Legal 500 UK 2023
Head of employment, Linky Trott is fantastic to work with. She has a vast knowledge of employment law, is highly intelligent and I have never found her flummoxed by anything.The Legal 500 UK 2023
Very experienced battle hardened practitioners who deliver provide good pragmatic advice.
The Legal 500 UK 2023
Very experienced battle hardened practitioners who deliver provide good pragmatic advice.The Legal 500 UK 2023
They can handle very challenging and complex work and they are very speedy and efficient.
Chambers UK 2022
They can handle very challenging and complex work and they are very speedy and efficient.Chambers UK 2022
Clients praise the firm for offering advice that is 'appropriate and business-culture-sensitive.'
Chambers UK 2022
Clients praise the firm for offering advice that is 'appropriate and business-culture-sensitive.'Chambers UK 2022
'They have extensive breadth and depth,' according to sources, who appreciate that the lawyers are 'empathetic and dedic...
Chambers UK 2022
'They have extensive breadth and depth,' according to sources, who appreciate that the lawyers are 'empathetic and dedicated to their clients.'Chambers UK 2022
Edwin Coe is a very impressive firm. All my dealings with them, at whatever level, are professional and smooth running.
The Legal 500 UK 2022
Edwin Coe is a very impressive firm. All my dealings with them, at whatever level, are professional and smooth running.The Legal 500 UK 2022
Friendly, readily available, excellent customer service and exceptional, pragmatic legal advice.
The Legal 500 UK 2022
Friendly, readily available, excellent customer service and exceptional, pragmatic legal advice.The Legal 500 UK 2022
Edwin Coe rightly commands its position as a key firm, particularly in respect of its Employment team. The practice has ...
The Legal 500 UK 2022
Edwin Coe rightly commands its position as a key firm, particularly in respect of its Employment team. The practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced
delivery of professional litigation work alongside a dedicated and empathetic approach to its clients.The Legal 500 UK 2022
This is a good practice that punches well above its weight. A tight team that offers good value for money compared to ma...
The Legal 500 UK 2022
This is a good practice that punches well above its weight. A tight team that offers good value for money compared to many of its competitors.The Legal 500 UK 2022
They have a thorough understanding of what is going on and are able to predict the actions of the opposition. Thus your ...
The Legal 500 UK 2022
They have a thorough understanding of what is going on and are able to predict the actions of the opposition. Thus your next step takes this into account which gives you major benefits. Brilliant minds, able to communicate potential problems and prepare you for what is likely to occur.The Legal 500 UK 2022
This firm is absolutely outstanding. I was really pleased by the way they organised themselves to analyse my case and gi...
The Legal 500 UK 2022
This firm is absolutely outstanding. I was really pleased by the way they organised themselves to analyse my case and give me the best advice. I believe the level of professionalism and tools they
use/have is way above any other law firm. I would recommend them in a heart beat.The Legal 500 UK 2022
The people at Edwin Coe come across as experts in their respective field. You are given the impression that you are in s...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
The people at Edwin Coe come across as experts in their respective field. You are given the impression that you are in safe hands but you are not lost in legal jargon.The Legal 500 UK 2021
I find Edwin Coe to be a thoroughly respectable firm with high quality lawyers who are thorough and knowledgeable. They ...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
I find Edwin Coe to be a thoroughly respectable firm with high quality lawyers who are thorough and knowledgeable. They would not and do not take shortcuts. They have a range of lawyers at different levels in the Employment Team and that improved depth is very helpful.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott has a fantastic grasp of her subject and gives exceptionally firm clear advice; she does not sit on the fenc...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott has a fantastic grasp of her subject and gives exceptionally firm clear advice; she does not sit on the fence. I feel very confident that she gives best advice which I can rely upon. In particular she recently advised behind the scenes in an extremely complicated internal grievance dispute.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Emma Sangeelee is very knowledgeable and thorough. She gives clear, concise and pragmatic advice.
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Emma Sangeelee is very knowledgeable and thorough. She gives clear, concise and pragmatic advice.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Rachel Harrap never disappoints. She has the invaluable ability of being able to cut through, to absorb all the necessar...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Rachel Harrap never disappoints. She has the invaluable ability of being able to cut through, to absorb all the necessary information, and then apply the law to get to the desired outcome. She is very strong on strategy which gives her stand out value in my view. I can’t recommend her more highly.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott is smart, hard-working and dedicated in her pursuit of the best outcome for her client. She draws on her wea...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott is smart, hard-working and dedicated in her pursuit of the best outcome for her client. She draws on her wealth of experience of employment issues and prevailing market trends and on her technical expertise to provide well considered, pragmatic and strategic advice. Linky is highly regarded across the industry for her abilities, for the results which she secures for her clients and for her thought leadership.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Emma Sangeelee is an exceptional lawyer who utilises a unique mix of strategic insight, technical expertise and a strong...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Emma Sangeelee is an exceptional lawyer who utilises a unique mix of strategic insight, technical expertise and a strong understanding of human nature to secure the best outcomes for her clients. Emma provides outstanding client service and is incredibly dedicated – she sees her client through to the end. Her advice is insightful and practical, and she achieves viable outcomes to complex and multi-faceted issues. She retains an impressive grasp of the detail while keeping sight of the broader issues and is a trusted adviser.The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott provides an outstanding service. She combines emotional intelligence to support clients during times of grea...
The Legal 500 UK 2021
Linky Trott provides an outstanding service. She combines emotional intelligence to support clients during times of great stress with a sharp forensic legal mind and tactical approach to get the best results for the client.The Legal 500 UK 2021
High-quality lawyers who are thorough and knowledgeable.
Chambers UK 2021
High-quality lawyers who are thorough and knowledgeable.Chambers UK 2021
The team has a deep knowledge of employment law and the lawyers are able to advise both claimants and defendants; they a...
Chambers UK 2021
The team has a deep knowledge of employment law and the lawyers are able to advise both claimants and defendants; they are strategic and look at the big picture.Chambers UK 2021
The team are brilliant to work with, and have a deep and comprehensive understanding of how to address the issues at han...
The Legal 500 UK 2020
The team are brilliant to work with, and have a deep and comprehensive understanding of how to address the issues at hand. They make themselves available to talk through the issues in a clear and understandable way with people who don't have a good understanding of employment law.The Legal 500 UK 2020
A truly wonderful firm and group of professionals.
The Legal 500 UK 2020
A truly wonderful firm and group of professionals.The Legal 500 UK 2020
Edwin Coe's practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of profes...
The Legal 500 UK 2020
Edwin Coe's practice has excellent breadth and depth of experience and is unique in its well-balanced delivery of professional litigation work alongside a dedicated and empathetic approach to its clients. Its team are highly regarded across the industry and are thought leaders.The Legal 500 UK 2020
They get the job done quickly and at the highest level of quality and professionalism.
Chambers UK 2020
They get the job done quickly and at the highest level of quality and professionalism.Chambers UK 2020
Professional, conscientious and very effective.
Chambers UK 2020
Professional, conscientious and very effective.Chambers UK 2020
The team is brilliant - very hard-working and very dedicated. They have a real understanding of the human aspect of empl...
Chambers UK 2020
The team is brilliant - very hard-working and very dedicated. They have a real understanding of the human aspect of employment law and are very supportive of the individual.Chambers UK 2020
They have an outstanding practice and give their clients a Rolls-Royce service.
Chambers UK 2019
They have an outstanding practice and give their clients a Rolls-Royce service.Chambers UK 2019
The team has excellent communication and case management skills.
Chambers UK 2019
The team has excellent communication and case management skills.Chambers UK 2019
Edwin Coe LLP is unparalleled in its ability to make the client feel valued.
The Legal 500 UK 2019
Edwin Coe LLP is unparalleled in its ability to make the client feel valued.The Legal 500 UK 2019
The service they gave was impeccable in all aspects.
Chambers UK 2018
The service they gave was impeccable in all aspects.Chambers UK 2018
The team is well staffed with qualified, experienced and knowledgeable individuals who work well together. They are prof...
Chambers UK 2018
The team is well staffed with qualified, experienced and knowledgeable individuals who work well together. They are professional, polite and truly care about their clients.Chambers UK 2018
They were really responsive, got to know the fabric of our organisation and gave solid, timely advice.
Chambers UK 2017
They were really responsive, got to know the fabric of our organisation and gave solid, timely advice.Chambers UK 2017
The team at Edwin Coe combined well and complemented each other's talents and field of expertise.
Chambers UK 2017
The team at Edwin Coe combined well and complemented each other's talents and field of expertise.Chambers UK 2017
Rachel is an extremely thorough and competent lawyer who always applies her extensive experience to accurately strategis...
Chambers UK 2017
Rachel is an extremely thorough and competent lawyer who always applies her extensive experience to accurately strategise all aspects of any case.Chambers UK 2017
Edwin Coe LLP is the complete package and one of the best for high-end claimant work.
The Legal 500 UK 2016
Edwin Coe LLP is the complete package and one of the best for high-end claimant work.The Legal 500 UK 2016
Rachel Harrap is commended for being astute, savvy and composed under pressure.
The Legal 500 UK 2016
Rachel Harrap is commended for being astute, savvy and composed under pressure.The Legal 500 UK 2016
Linky Trott is unbelievably smart and amazing
The Legal 500 UK 2016
Linky Trott is unbelievably smart and amazingThe Legal 500 UK 2016
Rachel Harrap is praised for her very focused approach to instructions, with her clients also valuing her availability. ...
Chambers UK 2016
Rachel Harrap is praised for her very focused approach to instructions, with her clients also valuing her availability. Sources note her "talent for calmly breaking down any issue into orderly steps."
Chambers UK 2016
Linky Trott will put the pitfalls and upsides to you very clearly, a trait which is highly valued by her clients. She is...
Chambers UK 2016
Linky Trott will put the pitfalls and upsides to you very clearly, a trait which is highly valued by her clients. She is highly experienced in advising both employers and senior employees.Chambers UK 2016
They give quick responses and they are very realistic about the business world.
Chambers UK 2015
They give quick responses and they are very realistic about the business world.Chambers UK 2015
Linky Trott has an instant appreciation of any situation presented to her, and possesses a rapier sharpness in any argum...
The Legal 500 UK 2015
Linky Trott has an instant appreciation of any situation presented to her, and possesses a rapier sharpness in any argument based on legal precedent and statute.The Legal 500 UK 2015
Linky Trott knows her stuff, speaks with confidence and is very supportive.
Chambers UK 2015
Linky Trott knows her stuff, speaks with confidence and is very supportive.
Chambers UK 2015
The extremely experienced Rachel Harrap leads Edwin Coe LLP’s four-partner team, which has an exceptional client focus...
The Legal 500 UK 2015
The extremely experienced Rachel Harrap leads Edwin Coe LLP’s four-partner team, which has an exceptional client focus.The Legal 500 UK 2015
They do lot of high-value individual work and they are not frightened of taking on High Court litigation which spreads a...
Chambers UK 2015
They do lot of high-value individual work and they are not frightened of taking on High Court litigation which spreads a little wider than pure employment.
Chambers UK 2015
The extremely experienced Rachel Harrap leads Edwin Coe LLP’s four-partner team, which has an exceptional client focus...
The Legal 500 UK 2015
The extremely experienced Rachel Harrap leads Edwin Coe LLP’s four-partner team, which has an exceptional client focus.The Legal 500 UK 2015
Rachel Harrap is a delight to work with because she combines strategic ability with pragmatism. She clearly knows the la...
Chambers UK 2015
Rachel Harrap is a delight to work with because she combines strategic ability with pragmatism. She clearly knows the law, will ask you what you want to achieve and will then provide you with options
Chambers UK 2015
You seem to be able to make sense of, what seems sometimes, a difficult and complex situation - this gives a deep feelin...
Client Feedback Survey 2015
You seem to be able to make sense of, what seems sometimes, a difficult and complex situation - this gives a deep feeling of confidence in your abilitiesClient Feedback Survey 2015
Timely response with knowledgeable and friendly appraoch
Client Feedback Survey 2015
Timely response with knowledgeable and friendly appraochClient Feedback Survey 2015
Linky Trott is very intelligent and has a pragmatic approach.
The Legal 500 UK 2014
Linky Trott is very intelligent and has a pragmatic approach.
The Legal 500 UK 2014
Without doubt I would not have reached the conclusion with my employer without Edwin Coe's assistance
Client Feedback Survey 2014
Without doubt I would not have reached the conclusion with my employer without Edwin Coe's assistanceClient Feedback Survey 2014
A high level of commercial ability that ensures a rapid understanding of our needs.
Alan Horn, Chairman, Albemarle Interim Management Plc.
A high level of commercial ability that ensures a rapid understanding of our needs.
Alan Horn, Chairman, Albemarle Interim Management Plc.
Intelligent, strategic advice which also embraces a creative solution where appropriate.
Sue Farr, Director, Chime Communications Plc.
Intelligent, strategic advice which also embraces a creative solution where appropriate.Sue Farr, Director, Chime Communications Plc.
Your sound advice gives us peace of mind and is at a price that is far cheaper than if we were to ignore the issue.
Rolline Frewen, Director, The Admirable Crichton.
Your sound advice gives us peace of mind and is at a price that is far cheaper than if we were to ignore the issue.
Rolline Frewen, Director, The Admirable Crichton.
We have been using your services for many years for a variety of legal issues on a global basis and we rely heavily on y...
Dennis Tietz, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, The Cronos Group SA & Cronos Containers, Inc.
We have been using your services for many years for a variety of legal issues on a global basis and we rely heavily on your input and guidance. We're glad to have you on our side.
Dennis Tietz, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, The Cronos Group SA & Cronos Containers, Inc.
Unparalleled knowledge, depth and responsiveness, and great foresight, helping me to navigate the ever-changing legal en...
Michael Callahan, International Marketing Consultant.
Unparalleled knowledge, depth and responsiveness, and great foresight, helping me to navigate the ever-changing legal environment.
Michael Callahan, International Marketing Consultant.
You have been a great strength in guiding us successfully through a complex redundancy.
Mark Tetley, Managing Director, Nuclear Risk Insurers Ltd.
You have been a great strength in guiding us successfully through a complex redundancy.
Mark Tetley, Managing Director, Nuclear Risk Insurers Ltd.