Business Details
24 Years
experience
Specialist Employment Law Solicitors in Oxford
Oxford Employment Law was established in 2002 by Marty Burn, a graduate of Balliol College, Oxford University, and has since built a reputation as a trusted authority in employment law. Our firm specialises in advising both employers and employees on all aspects of employment law, including settlement agreements, redundancy, unfair dismissal, employment contracts, and discrimination. With over two decades of experience, we combine deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring fair and just outcomes tailored to individual needs.Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, our team includes specialists like Justin Godbolt, who brings a background in commercial law to complement our services. We serve clients across Oxfordshire and surrounding regions, including Banbury, Witney, Aylesbury, and High Wycombe, offering expert legal representation and practical solutions. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in client testimonials praising our professionalism, compassion, and ability to navigate complex legal challenges effectively.
Services
Settlement Agreements
Redundancy Advice
Unfair Dismissal
Employment Contracts
Discrimination Claims
Commercial Law Advice
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer a free initial telephone consultation for all clients
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional legal standards
- Specialists in employment law with over 20 years' experience since 2002
- Provide client-focused services tailored to individual employer and employee needs
- Cover Oxford, High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Banbury, and Witney areas
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Highly professional
Very informative
Compassion through difficult times
Prompt service
Excellent results
Services
Settlement Agreements
We advise on settlement agreements for employers and employees, ensuring fair terms and legal compliance. Our specialists negotiate optimal severance packages and explain tax implications. With expertise since 2002, we protect client interests in Oxford and surrounding areas.
Redundancy Advice
Our solicitors guide employers and employees through redundancy processes, ensuring fair procedures and proper compensation. We verify statutory payments and challenge unfair practices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire since 2002.
Unfair Dismissal
We represent employees with two+ years' service against unfair dismissal claims under the Employment Rights Act 1996. Our team handles tribunal cases and constructive dismissal matters throughout Oxford and High Wycombe.
Employment Contracts
We draft and review employment contracts, ensuring legal compliance and protecting employer/employee rights. Our services include restrictive covenants, confidentiality clauses, and contract amendments for businesses and individuals in Oxfordshire.
Discrimination Claims
We handle discrimination cases under the Equality Act 2010, covering age, disability, race, gender, and other protected characteristics. Our specialists support clients in Oxford, Aylesbury, and Witney with tribunal claims and workplace policy compliance.
People
Marty Burn
Founder & Solicitor
Marty Burn founded the firm in 2002 after graduating from Balliol College, Oxford. He specialises in employment law for employers and employees, with expertise in tribunal cases and senior executive contracts. A member of the Employment Lawyers Association and accredited mediator.
Justin Godbolt
Solicitor
Justin Godbolt joined in 2003 after studying at Bristol University and Oxford Institute of Legal Practice. He advises on employment law for businesses and individuals, with experience in TUPE regulations and commercial law matters across multiple industries.
Questions
What is a settlement agreement?
A legally binding contract between employer and employee resolving employment disputes, typically involving a severance payment in exchange for waived legal claims.
How can you help with redundancy cases?
We verify fair redundancy processes, ensure proper payments, and challenge unfair procedures for employees and employers across Oxfordshire.
Do you offer no-win no-fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer conditional fee agreements for certain unfair dismissal and tribunal cases where appropriate.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Oxford, High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Banbury, Witney, and surrounding regions in employment law matters.
Are you regulated by the SRA?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 363144.
How much do your services cost?
Fees are typically hourly with fixed fee options available. Employer contributions often cover legal advice costs for settlement agreements.
Reviews (4)
J. T.
Apr 12, 2022
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Superb. Justin was excellent, providing considered, thoughtful and actionable advice. He was responsive and progressed my settlement quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend.
Rupert Kingston
Feb 07, 2022
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We contacted Justin Godbolt at Oxford Employment Law when we suspected an employee had committed gross misconduct. Justin was brilliant at advising us through the disciplinary process and the dismissal of the employee. When we received notice of a claim for unfair dismissal, Justin carefully guided us through each step and I am happy to say that we successfully defended against the claim at a tribunal. I cannot recommend Justin enough, he did not put a foot wrong in what was a long and protracted employment case.
Rebekah Debono
Apr 06, 2019
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Mr Justin Godbolt agreed to act on my behalf regarding a business purchase. The service received from Justin was incredibly prompt and I was kept informed throughout the entire process. I have previously recommended Justin to my clients for both corporate and employment law advice, I will continue to do so in the future. Marty Burn was also able to assist on a separate matter, again the service was prompt and the fee was very reasonable.
D. Davies
Feb 08, 2019
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Had a dispute with my company that were not honoring contracts, after going through the usual grievance procedure to no avail, took it up with Oxford Employment Lawyers and they won the case for me, also the update and communication was excellent throughout.
