Whistleblowing – for Senior Executives

There is no general legal obligation to disclose wrongdoing, but clients may be under a regulatory obligation to do so (under the FCA or SRA rules for example). We will help clients to understand what their obligations and rights as a whistle-blower are, and in that context, advise strategically to achieve the desired outcome; whether that is to remain employed or to achieve a negotiated exit or settlement.

We understand that it can be daunting and takes courage to blow the whistle, and that it is stressful and upsetting to be disadvantaged for doing so. If as a result of blowing the whistle, an individual is then isolated or excluded, subjected to unfair performance management or disciplinary processes, overlooked for promotion, not awarded a pay rise, bonus or other benefits, or in the worst case, dismissed, the law in this area is designed to protect them. We are specialists in this field and have the expertise to support clients in articulating their concerns effectively and appropriately in order to safeguard themselves from further detriment and to achieve a resolution that compensates them financially, and preserves their reputation and on-going career.