Conference Chambers

Barristers' Chambers that specialise in Employment Law & Human Resources (HR)

Barristers regulated by the Bar Standards Board

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We specialise in all aspects of employment law, which includes, amongst other things, unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, contractual matters/disputes, 'Whistleblowing', TUPE, discrimination and all matters covered under the Equality Act 2010 (race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, religion or belief and age, pregnancy & maternity), Harassment, Victimisation, Redundancies, Unlawful Deduction from Wages, Disciplinary & Grievances, negotiate Settlement Agreements. 

Experienced Professionals

Ryan Clement FRSA was Called to the Bar in 1996. Prior to being Called, Ryan was a Quantity Surveyor. Ryan has degrees in Law (Masters - LL.M.), English (B.A.) and Quantity Surveying (B.Sc.) Email Linkedin

Approach

We are very thorough and make sure we are on top of all cases for our clients well in advance. Our first objective is to understand our clients’ issues and give the best advice possible at the relevant stages throughout the process. We believe that as barristers it is a mistake to give our clients false expectations and place them in a position where costs are needlessly incurred. It is important to take a realistic view of the risks of taking the case to Court.

Employers & Employees

We represent both employers/respondents and (ex/former/current) employees/claimants at employment tribunals, at the Employment Appeal Tribunal and the Court of Appeal. We also advise clients on the merits of their case at each and every stage, incuding whether or not there are grounds of appeal. 

Human Resources 

We advise employers/organisations on human reasoure management and good working practices, We write and advise on policies and their implementation, and we provide training on such good working practices.

OUR EXPERTISE


We advise our clients on all aspects of employment law in conference/in a meeting orally and in writing (Advice/Opinion); write/draft our clients' ET3s/Responses/Defences/ET1s/Complaints/Claims; help write/draft Witness Statements and represent our clients at tribunals throughout the UK, at the Employment Appeal Tribunal and in the Court of Appeal.

Also, Ryan is a trainer and writer on employment law and human resource management. He conducts training for employers/organisations – for profit and non-profit – on employment law, good practices and diversity awareness & inclusion; write/draft staff/employee/company handbooks; advise on and write/draft policies; he has had many articles on employment law related matters published in legal journals.

We are prepared to travel to our clients if this is more convenient for them.

 
OUR APPROACH


Once we have received our clients' details, we make contact (by mobile, phone or email) as soon as possible in order to ascertain the facts or issues and to see if and how we can assist. In addition to what we have been told we like to see key documentation, if any. If, having seen the documentation, we feel that we can assist the client, we will propose a course/plan of action for the client to consider. Clients are encouraged to consider and discuss the proposed course in order that we may agree the plan together on which to move forward. 


Once we have identified the key factual issues and legal principles these will be used as the basis to run the case, as we believe effective cross-examination is fundamental to running a claim in the Employment Tribunal successfully. As barristers it is our job to know both sides of the case and have a full and detailed knowledge of any documents, witnesses might and will rely on. Therefore, we look at and assess the case from both sides so as to ascertain the the strengths and weaknesses of both our client's and opponent's cases. This approach informs our clients fully of what to expect at trial from an opponent. Ideally, we will have a pre-trial conference with the client and have a cross-examination session in order to prepare them for the forthcoming/impending case. Naturally, our clients are informed of and involved in each and every aspect of the case. We are a team!

Additionally, I advise employers/organisations on human reasoure management and good working practices, I write and advise on policies and their implementation, and I provide training on such good working practices. 

Testimonials


We were very grateful for the specialist advice and support offered by Conference Chambers and impressed by the helpfulness of everyone we dealt with.
 

Hillingdon Citizens Advice Bureau

From the first phone call with Carole I felt at ease and it felt like I had someone in my corner. Ryan is thorough and confident, which helps with the whole process. Conference Chambers go above and beyond often dealing with me after hours and keeping me on the right track. I can’t wait to see Ryan work his magic in court. Carole has kept me positive at a very difficult time and has been a great help throughout.  

L. Watson
A Groom With A View Ltd

I cannot recommend the services of Conference Chambers enough. The team are both friendly and professional and helped me through my employment tribunal of 2018. Nothing was too much trouble for either party if I had a problem. A truly outstanding service.

J. Sly

"Ryan has a wealth of experience in his field of law and his integrity is second to none."
S. Pascal

"Ryan is very professional, knowledgeable and very approachable. His counsel and guidance steered me to a very satisfactory remedy in the case. Throughout the matter, he kept me informed and grounded He was very supportive during very difficult times while maintaining unparalleled professionalism. Ryan was very capable and more than up to the challenge I presented, he is the man you want fighting your corner. I have no hesitation in recommending him."

C. Green - Comtran Ltd

"I cannot recommend the services of Conference Chambers enough. The team are both friendly and professional and helped me through my employment tribunal of 2018. Nothing was too much trouble for either party if I had a problem. A truly outstanding service."

J. Sly

"I was a claimant and client of Conference Chambers with regard to a matter of civil litigation. During a difficult and testing period he kept me reassured at all times of my legal position and the financial implications of my case."
J. Field - John Field International

"Ryan Clement of Conference Chambers was very knowledgeable in every aspect of employment law and respected all of our concerns with his calm and friendly manner. His professionalism and representation were much to be admired. He made what we felt was a difficult and stressful matter seem easy and gave us confidence and put us at ease. We felt that we were in a safe-pair of hands. Conference Chambers gave us a complete service and were there every step of the way whatever our requirements and done in a friendly and helpful way. I could not recommend them enough."
B. Newman – Allbright Glass Ltd.

"I used Conference-Chambers two years ago when I was taking my company to an employment tribunal. From the first phone call I felt assured that both Carole and Ryan were the best people to deal with my problem. I was given plenty of advice and my options were clearly outlined at every step of the case. They were both helpful and knowledgeable about all aspects of the problems I was facing. When I first spoke to them I was confused and had been given a lot of incorrect information from a different source. Carole really went the extra mile to help me get all my paperwork in order and guide me through the process. My meetings with Ryan and Carole were well organised and they accommodated any issues I had with meeting times. They were always fully prepared for any questions from the other side or the tribunal panel.
The care and assistance I was given were well above what I had expected. There were no hidden fees. Once the case was over I had follow up calls to check that I did not require any more assistance or advice.
If you are looking for a totally professional and easy to deal with team to help you then look no further."
C. Askell

"As a Community Charity we have been supported by Ryan and Carole expertly over the past three years. Their professional support has been invaluable to us in many ways and their patience, kindness, understanding and humour have kept us going!"
J. Westbrook – Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Centre

"The art of oratory and advocacy has the ability to continue to move, persuade and be admired. Today I watched Ryan at work. Very Impressed!" 
P. King – April King  

“We are delighted to have been able to work with Conference Chambers who are supporting us in updating our Staff Handbook and Policies. More importantly, however, their advice enabled us to manage a delicate HR situation effectively and the support provided by Carole and Ryan was invaluable. We would highly recommend that any organisation looking for legal or HR support contact Conference Chambers.”
L. Laverty, Centre for ADHD and Autism Support

"Conference Chambers have had a real impact on the voluntary sector in Hillingdon, putting on free training and providing HR expert support is the sort of corporate interaction the sector needs."
R. Burton, Director, Hillingdon Association of Voluntary Services (HAVS)

Contact us

Carole Paterson, 
Practice Manager
Conference Chambers
Belmont 
Belmont Road
Uxbridge
Middlesex 
UB8 1HE

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