It is worth considering the benefits of Early Conciliation from a Respondents (employers) perspective:
There are potentially significant benefits if you choose to be proactive and instruct a specialist legal team to assist you during the EC phase:
- Your legal adviser can liaise directly with ACAS meaning no wasted management time.
- The matter can be resolved quickly and efficiently without the need for a time consuming and expensive litigation process
- The dispute remains confidential
- Any settlement offer will be made without admission of liability
- A settlement on a more commercial basis is likely to be achieved at an early stage.
- Reduces exposure to unexpected claims or financial loss. The EC certificate will not state the potential claim(s) and there is a risk that the prospective claimant becomes aware of additional claims that were not in their contemplation during the EC process.
How can we help?
- Assess
Contact us as soon as you become aware of a dispute.
We will assess the potential risk and liabilities to your business if the matter were to proceed to an employment tribunal claim.
- Advise
We will talk you through your options including whether settlement should be explored and at what level.
- Conciliate
We will liaise with ACAS on your behalf and negotiate where necessary.
We will ensure settlement wording covers all potential disputes.
Our promise
Our team of specialist solicitors will provide you with the very best legal advice and guide you through the process every step of the way – leaving you free to manage your business knowing you are in safe hands.
