Business Details
Trusted Employment Law Solicitors in London
Kervin & Barnes is an established employment law firm based in Mayfair, London, offering expert legal advice to senior employees and companies across diverse sectors. Our team comprises highly experienced solicitors who have previously worked at leading City law firms and global financial institutions, enabling us to deliver the same high-quality service as larger firms but with a more personalised approach. We specialise in resolving complex employment law issues, including reorganisations, redundancies, restrictive covenants, settlement agreements, and tribunal litigation. Recognised in leading legal directories such as Legal500 and Chambers & Partners, we prioritise practical, commercial solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our clients include major corporations like Danone, Elizabeth Arden, and P&O Ferrymasters, as well as high-net-worth individuals.We provide comprehensive support to HR directors, business owners, and senior employees, helping them navigate employment law challenges efficiently. Our proactive approach, combined with decades of collective experience, ensures effective outcomes for our clients. We offer training on employment law matters, including Equality Act compliance, and regularly present updates to professionals. Our services are designed to simplify complex legal processes, allowing clients to focus on their core responsibilities. With competitive rates and a commitment to excellence, we have built a reputation as a trusted partner in employment law.
Services
Employment Law Advice
Settlement Agreements
Discrimination Claims
Redundancy Support
TUPE Transfers
Disciplinary Procedures
Grievance Handling
Restrictive Covenant Advice
Employment Tribunal Litigation
Equality Act Training
Highlights and features
- We have decades of experience in employment law, including roles at top City firms and financial institutions.
- Our proactive approach ensures practical, commercial solutions tailored to client needs.
- Recognised in leading legal directories Legal500 and Chambers & Partners.
- We serve major corporations and high-net-worth individuals with complex employment issues.
- Competitive rates combined with a client-centric service differentiate us from larger firms.
Associations and certifications
- Legal500
- Chambers & Partners
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Employment Law Advice
We provide expert guidance on employment law matters, including contractual disputes, disciplinary actions, and compliance. Our solicitors combine City-level experience with practical solutions tailored to employer and employee needs. Clients benefit from our recognition in Legal500 and Chambers & Partners.
Settlement Agreements
Our team negotiates fair settlement agreements for employees and employers, ensuring legal protection and clarity. We specialise in high-value cases involving restrictive covenants and executive terminations. Clients receive transparent advice to achieve commercially viable outcomes.
Employment Tribunal Litigation
We represent clients in employment tribunals and courts, handling claims like unfair dismissal and discrimination. Our solicitors have extensive experience in complex litigation, including cases involving financial institutions and senior executives. We prioritise efficient resolution while protecting client interests.
Redundancy Support
We advise businesses on lawful redundancy processes and support employees facing redundancy. Services include consultation, severance package negotiation, and compliance with TUPE regulations. Our approach minimises legal risks while ensuring fair treatment for all parties.
Equality Act Training
We deliver tailored training programs on Equality Act compliance for HR teams and managers. Sessions cover discrimination prevention, reasonable adjustments, and inclusive workplace practices. Our goal is to help organisations foster equitable environments and avoid legal disputes.
People
Gareth Kervin
Managing Partner
Gareth Kervin is a Managing Partner with extensive experience in employment law, having worked at City firms and global financial institutions. He specialises in restrictive covenants, senior executive terminations, and tribunal litigation. Recognised in Legal500 and Chambers & Partners, he provides strategic, commercial advice to clients.
Barry Samuels
Of Counsel
Barry Samuels brings decades of commercial litigation experience, including international disputes and high-value claims. He focuses on complex employment-related litigation, offering robust legal strategy and client support. His career spans roles at Nabarro Nathanson and advisory positions for hedge funds.
Lucy Truscott
Partner
Lucy Truscott advises employers and employees on restructuring, discrimination, and TUPE transfers. She has conducted tribunal advocacy and drafted employment documentation, combining technical expertise with practical training for HR teams. Recognised in Legal500, she prioritises client-focused solutions.
Questions
What areas of employment law do you specialise in?
We specialise in redundancies, settlement agreements, disciplinary procedures, restrictive covenants, tribunal litigation, and Equality Act compliance.
Do you advise both employers and employees?
Yes, we provide tailored advice to both employers and senior employees on complex employment law matters.
Are your solicitors recognised in legal directories?
Yes, we are listed in Legal500 and Chambers & Partners for our employment law expertise.
Do you offer training on employment law?
Yes, we provide training sessions on topics like Equality Act compliance for HR teams.
What makes your firm different from larger law firms?
We offer City-level expertise with a more personalised, client-focused service at competitive rates.
