Premier Legal LLP

Premier Legal LLP is a niche employment law practice established in June 2003 by Sarah Robinson. Based in London and Nottingham, the firm specialises in all aspects of employment law, including advisory work, transactional support, tribunal representation, restrictive covenants, and settlement negotiations. The team comprises three highly experienced employment law specialists.

The firm offers a fixed-fee annual retainer package covering ongoing support, regular updates, and insurance against legal costs, awards, and settlements. It is recognised for being results-driven, technically strong, and responsive, with a reputation for providing professional and bespoke advice. Its lawyers regularly visit clients’ workplaces to gain an understanding of their business operations, ensuring tailored legal solutions.

Premier Legal has particular expertise in TUPE and trade union matters, including obtaining a High Court injunction on behalf of a manufacturing client to prevent strike action. It represents clients across the UK, including those with international interests, and is experienced in working under both the employment laws of England and Wales and the differing tribunal rules in Scotland. The client base ranges from SMEs to listed companies and international conglomerates, with examples including Diurnal Group Plc, Milltek Sport Limited, Nottingham BID, Salop Sand and Gravel Supply Company Limited, School Trends, Wildmoor Quarry, and Reignwood Investments. Clients span sectors such as hospitality, retail, childcare, care homes, manufacturing, recruitment, pharmaceuticals, and sports, and many of the firm’s instructions are generated through referrals from existing clients and professional contacts.

The firm also provides employment law training through in-house courses, client update sessions, and event talks, covering topics such as performance management, social media use, dismissal procedures, recruitment, disciplinaries, and equality and diversity. Additional services include human resources support through drafting and updating contracts, company handbooks, and policies; provision of HR toolkits; and instant legal advice. Premier Legal assists businesses with drafting, reviewing, and updating employment policies and procedures tailored to organisational needs.

Staffing
1 UK partner
2 other UK fee-earners