Ensure fair and compliant termination processes with expert legal support, protecting your business and maintaining professionalism.

Navigate employee contractor terminations confidently, minimizing legal risks and preserving your business reputation.

Navigate Complex Termination Processes with Confidence and Compliance

Our Terminating Employees and Contractors service supports your business in managing the sensitive process of ending work relationships. 
 
We guide you to ensure that your termination processes are fair, compliant with UK employment laws, and minimize the risk of potential legal disputes.

An essential service for businesses navigating challenging transitions

Business Owners
Protect your business and maintain professionalism during difficult termination processes.
 
HR Professionals
Gain expert guidance on how to navigate the complexities of employment law during termination.
 
Legal Teams
Receive additional legal support to ensure lawful termination processes.
 
Start-ups
Develop robust termination policies that safeguard your startup’s future.
 
Successfully navigating termination procedures can help preserve your business’s reputation and mitigate potential legal risks.

Services to Consider

Protect your business integrity and ensure compliance with UK employment laws by partnering with Entrepreneur Legal® UK for your termination needs.

Termination Policy Development

We help start-ups and growing businesses create robust policies that ensure fair and lawful terminations.

Documentation

We ensure all necessary documentation is properly handled, reducing the risk of legal complications.

Why Choose Entrepreneur Legal® UK?

Expertise
Our founder, Gabriel Mbanefo, has assisted hundreds of companies with headquarters in over 25 countries including the US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Israel, Poland, Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Brazil.
 
Transatlantic Advantage
Benefit from our unique dual-practice experience, invaluable to clients with interests in, or looking to establish interests in, both the UK and the US.
 
Focus on Both Entrepreneurs and Investors
We have a strong track record of providing invaluable legal services to entrepreneurs, investors, and SMEs across multiple industries.
 
Efficiency and Transparency
Expect timely, effective, and actionable legal solutions.
 
Repeat Business Focus
Our aim, from inception, has been to build strong and enduring client relationships, and that begins with excellent service.

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FAQs

There are many legal considerations, including fair reasons for dismissal, proper notice period, redundancy payments, and more. Contact Entrepreneur Legal UK to find out more.

Yes, we provide guidance on legally compliant termination processes to minimise the risk of legal disputes.

A fair employment termination procedure is designed to ensure that employees are treated respectfully, equitably, and legally when their employment is terminated. Here are some key elements that typically contribute to a fair termination process:

  1. Clear and Communicated Policies: Employers should have well-defined employment policies that outline the circumstances under which termination may occur. These policies should be communicated clearly to all employees and made readily available.
  2. Advance Notice or Severance: Depending on the reason for termination and local regulations, providing employees with advance notice or a severance package can be a fair practice. This helps employees prepare for the transition and provides them with financial support.
  3. Objective Performance Evaluation: The decision to terminate an employee should be based on objective and documented performance evaluations. Consistent feedback and performance appraisals should be conducted, allowing the employee opportunities to improve.
  4. Progressive Discipline: In cases of performance or behaviour issues, a fair procedure often involves progressive discipline. This may include verbal warnings, written warnings, and suspension before termination, giving the employee a chance to rectify their behaviour.
  5. Investigation and Due Process: In cases of misconduct or policy violations, conducting a thorough and impartial investigation is crucial. The accused employee should have the opportunity to provide their side of the story and present any evidence before a decision is made.
  6. Documentation: Maintain detailed records of all performance evaluations, warnings, incidents, and communication related to the employee’s performance or behaviour. This documentation is crucial in demonstrating the grounds for termination if challenged.
  7. Consistency: Treat all employees equally and consistently when applying termination procedures. Avoid singling out individuals or applying different standards for different employees.
  8. Compliance with Employment Laws: Termination decisions should comply with applicable laws and regulations. This includes adhering to notice periods, severance pay requirements, and anti-discrimination laws.
  9. Exit Interviews: Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback from the departing employee about their experience with the company. This can provide insights into potential areas for improvement and help identify any underlying issues.
  10. Support Services: Offer support services to the terminated employee, such as career counselling, job placement assistance, or access to employee assistance programs, which can help ease the transition.
  11. Communication: Communicate the termination decision respectfully and sensitively. Provide a clear explanation for the decision and any available options for appeal or assistance.
  12. Appeals Process: Establish a fair and transparent appeals process that allows terminated employees to appeal the decision if they believe it was unjust or improperly executed.

By incorporating these elements into the termination procedure, employers can create an environment of fairness, professionalism, and respect, even in difficult situations like employment termination.

Contact Entrepreneur Legal® UK to find out more.

Yes, we offer ongoing support to ensure your termination processes are compliant and respectful.

Unless expressly informed otherwise, all UK Legal Services referred to on this website will be performed by Entrepreneur Legal® UK.

Entrepreneur Legal® is a UK registered trade mark and trading name of Entrepreneur Legal Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales with Registration No: 12379138.

For more information on Terminating Employees and Contractors in the UK, please contact Entrepreneur Legal® UK directly.

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