Paul Doran Law

We are employment law specialists who only act for employees and claimants who find themselves in dispute with their employers.

We specialise only in assisting employees which ensures that we can obtain the best results for you.


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“Can I take another job during the redundancy notice period?”

“Can I take another job during the redundancy notice period?” Have you recently been made redundant? Been told you will be made redundant? Worried that you might be made redundant? Note that it’s your job that’s being made redundant, not you. It means your employer can no longer justify paying someone to do what you …

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I’ve been dismissed because I broke the rules

Dismissed because you broke the rules? Read this. If an employee performs badly or breaks company rules, their employer has a range of options. Depending on the seriousness of the action, they could train them, go through an informal or formal grievance procedure, or dismiss them. If dismissal is an over-reaction considering the circumstances, you …

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So you’ve lost your job. But was it unfair?

Here’s a quick checklist to help you decide whether your dismissal was legal or not. Were you an employee? YES/NO You can only claim for unfair dismissal if you were an employee. You can check your employment status on the government website. Did you work for your employer for at least two years (or one …

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Great news! Employment Tribunal fees have been abolished.

Guaranteed access to prompt and fair justice has been enshrined in English law since Magna Carta in 1297. However, in July 2013, the Government introduced fees to submit claims at Tribunal and a further fee to have them heard. Charges started at £160 for issuing a claim for lost wages or breach of contract. Tribunal …

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How to win your unfair dismissal case

Winning your case is not just about whether or not your dismissal was unfair. It’s about whether or not your claim passes certain legal tests. Are you an employee? To bring an unfair dismissal case, you must be an employee. That means you work for someone regularly, and have a contract that sets out the …

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Can I Claim If My Payslip Is Wrong?

With effect from 6 April 2019, employers will have to change how they provide payslips. First, they must give an itemised payslip to every worker, not just to employees. This can be printed or emailed. Second, where pay varies according to time worked, the payslip will have to show the hours worked as well as …

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I need help with an employment law issue

I need help with an employment law issue You probably know this song by Ray Parker Jr from the 1984 film of the same name: If there’s something strange In your neighbourhood Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! If there’s something weird And it don’t look good Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! This cheesy tune went …

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Can I be dismissed on grounds of ill health?

Can I be dismissed on grounds of ill health? Being ill is bad enough. It’s even worse if you lose your job because of it. But is it legal for your employer to dismiss you on the grounds of ill health? This article explains when they can, when they can’t, and what you can do …

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How do I resign from my job?

How do I resign from my job? “That’s it! I’ve had enough! I quit!” Do you have days when you feel like walking out of your workplace? To be honest, we probably all do from time to time. But, if you’re serious about resigning, you need to know the right way to do it. Resigning …

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Belfast’s gay marriage cake update

You have no doubt been following this high-profile story in the media. And now there’s a new twist. Here’s a reminder of what’s happened so far. Back in May 2014, gay rights activist, Gareth Lee, ordered a cake at Ashers in Belfast city centre. The cake was for a private function run by Queer Space, …

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About Us

Employment Law Solicitors Leeds, London, Newcastle
Paul Doran Law - The Solicitors For Employees

Employment Solicitors Newcastle, London, Leeds.
Employment Tribunal Work: Belfast

Paul Doran Law are employment law specialists who only act for employees and claimants who find themselves in dispute with their employers. We specialise in assisting employees to ensure that we can obtain the best results for you.

Our solicitors are admitted to the roll in England and Wales and we can act for clients in the Employment Tribunals in Northern Ireland and Scotland.