>Chris is a partner in the Employment Law Group of the Arthur Cox Belfast Office in Northern Ireland.
Chris has extensive experience dealing with both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Chris advises a range of employers on all aspects of employment law including executive appointments, severance, grievances, disciplinary issues and trade union matters. Chris has represented clients before the Industrial Tribunal, Fair Employment Tribunal and the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland in employment litigation such as unfair dismissal, equality/discrimination and whistleblowing. Chris’ practice area includes advisory work and corporate transactions.
The contract of employment between an employer and their employee is a significantly important and very useful document, as it encapsulates the nature of the relationship between the parties by setting out the specific rules or 'terms’ that must be followed by each party throughout the term of employment. For example, the employment contract will detail the rights, responsibilities and duties of each party in relation to the employment. Consequently, in the event that an issue arises between an employee and their employer, it is likely that the first step taken to work towards a resolution between the parties will be the scrutinisation of the employment contract.
All employees who are engaged for a period of one month or longer
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