David Browne

Partner specialising in Employment Law, based in Birmingham, UK. Acts predominantly for employers (both public and private sector), with an emphasis on working in the Higher Education sector. David's "extensive knowledge and experience is evident in his ability to provide pragmatic, clear advice" (Chambers and Partners 2017). "He is always available to deal with our queries and does this with an excellent knowledge and understanding of our sector and with a pragmatic approach" (Chambers and Partners 2018). Legal 500 2018 cites David "taking the time to understand the organisation and culture" and that he is "particularly good at explaining complex solutions with astounding clarity". Experience includes: · Advising on a range of employment rights claims including unfair dismissal; all types of discrimination; breach of contract; whistleblowing; and TUPE. These have included representation of clients at the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeals Tribunal and the Court of Appeal. · Advising on performance management and related issues, such as performance related dismissals. · Negotiating and advising on senior management and other employee exits, including advice to university clients on constitutional issues, where applicable. · Advising employers and employees on handling disciplinary and grievance matters. · Advising on employment policies and procedures. · Drafting and providing advice on employment contracts, executive service agreements and consultancy contracts for a range of clients. · Advising clients on restructuring and redundancies, including collective redundancy consultation. · Advising clients in relation to TUPE and providing a practical steer as to the obligations on clients to inform and consult. This includes training to employee representatives. · Providing legal training seminars, lectures and workshops, including in relation to performance management; disciplinary/grievance procedures; sickness absence; and TUPE.