Business Details
10 Years
experience
Expert Employment Law Services in York
Torque Law is a leading employment law firm based in York, specialising in providing expert legal support to businesses, HR professionals, and senior executives across Yorkshire and the UK. Established in 2016 by partners Tiggy Clifford and Emma Whiting, the firm has earned a reputation for its client-centric approach, combining deep legal expertise with practical, commercially aware advice. Recognised in the Times Best Law Firm List 2025 and winner of multiple accolades including the Legal500 5-star excellence award, Torque Law offers tailored services ranging from day-to-day HR guidance to complex employment tribunal representation. The firm prioritises transparency, delivering quality advice without hidden costs, and has built long-term relationships through its commitment to understanding clients' unique needs.With a team of specialists in employment law and business immigration, Torque Law provides strategic support on issues such as settlement agreements, disciplinary matters, and compliance with UK immigration regulations. Their innovative approach extends to interactive training programmes designed to future-proof businesses against legal risks. The firm's client pledge ensures that employment issues are resolved efficiently, minimising distractions for business owners while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Services
Employment law for employers
Executive legal support
Settlement agreements
Business immigration services
Employment tribunal representation
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team of employment law specialists with 20+ years' combined experience
- Transparent fee structures with no hidden costs or unexpected surprises
- Tailored HR training programmes addressing real workplace challenges
- Proven track record in high-profile employment tribunal cases
- Client-focused approach combining legal expertise with commercial pragmatism
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Exceptional service
Highly knowledgeable
Pragmatic approach
Excellent negotiators
Timely responses
Services
Employment law for employers
Torque Law provides comprehensive employment law advice for businesses, covering disciplinary matters, grievance procedures, and workplace disputes. Our team specialises in managing complex HR issues including redundancy programmes, TUPE transfers, and employment tribunal representation. We help organisations develop compliant HR systems while maintaining operational efficiency.
Executive legal support
We offer tailored legal support for directors and senior executives, focusing on contract negotiations, exit packages, and employment disputes. Our services include reviewing restrictive covenants, negotiating settlement terms, and providing strategic advice on workplace conflicts. We combine legal expertise with commercial awareness to protect executives' interests.
Settlement agreements
Torque Law specialises in settlement agreement negotiations for both employers and employees. We ensure fair terms while maintaining professional relationships, handling individual and group agreement processes. Our team provides independent legal advice and negotiates optimal financial packages and future work arrangements.
Business immigration services
Our immigration practice focuses on business sponsorship, guiding companies through licence applications and compliance requirements. We provide audits of HR systems, right-to-work check training, and advice on sponsor duties. The team supports employers in navigating UK immigration regulations for migrant workers.
Employment tribunal representation
We represent businesses in employment tribunal claims, offering strategic defence strategies from initial ACAS conciliation through to hearings. Our services include case assessment, evidence preparation, and courtroom representation. We provide transparent fee structures for all tribunal stages with detailed cost estimates.
People
Tiggy Clifford
Partner & Specialist Employment Law Solicitor
Admitted in 2002, Tiggy specialises in practical employment law advice for businesses and executives. Recognised in Chambers UK Guide 2021 for excellent knowledge and commercial perspective, she focuses on resolving complex employment issues efficiently while maintaining client relationships.
Emma Whiting
Partner & Specialist Employment Law Solicitor
With over 20 years' experience, Emma provides strategic employment law advice, particularly in discrimination and whistleblowing claims. Recognised for her proactive approach and quick response times, she represents clients in Employment Tribunals and Appeal Tribunals while maintaining commercial focus.
Emma Cousins
Legal Director & Specialist Employment and Business Immigration Law Solicitor
Admitted in 2011, Emma combines employment law expertise with business immigration specialism. She advises on complex employment disputes and sponsors licence applications, conducting compliance audits. Recognised for thoroughness and efficiency, she supports businesses with TUPE transfers and HR system compliance.
Rosie Cowling
Associate & Specialist Employment Law Solicitor
Admitted in 2018, Rosie specialises in employment law for employers and employees, handling settlement agreements and tribunal claims. She drafts employment contracts and policies while providing pragmatic advice on disciplinary matters and workplace disputes.
Laura Gillhespy
Associate & Specialist Employment Law Solicitor
Admitted in 2020, Laura focuses on defending employment tribunal claims with commercial sensitivity. She advises on discrimination issues and inclusive workforce strategies, combining legal expertise with practical solutions to protect employer interests while maintaining workplace compliance.
Questions
What areas of law does Torque Law specialise in?
Torque Law focuses exclusively on employment law and business immigration, providing expert legal support for employers, HR professionals, and senior executives.
Do you offer services to both employers and employees?
Yes, we provide balanced legal advice for both employers and employees, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and settlement agreements.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our team includes partners with over 20 years' experience, recognised in Chambers UK Guide and Legal500 for their employment law expertise.
Can you handle complex employment tribunal cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience defending high-profile discrimination and whistleblowing claims in Employment Tribunals and Appeal Tribunals.
Do you provide immigration sponsorship guidance?
Yes, our specialist solicitors offer comprehensive support for business immigration, including sponsor licence applications and compliance audits.
Are your legal fees transparent?
Yes, we guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden costs, providing detailed fee estimates for tribunal cases and other services.
