People problems
Probation, performance, absence, conduct, grievances and workplace conflict.
Independent • Strategic • Employer-focused
Clear employment law advice for employers.
Practical, commercially aware guidance for business owners, boards and managers handling difficult workplace decisions.
Important This service acts for employers only. Employee-side enquiries cannot be accepted.
Employer-side onlyNo divided focus
Direct adviceClear options and next steps
Strategic supportFrom first concern to resolution
When the issue matters
Advice built around the decision you have to make.
Deirdre works with employers at sensitive moments—when delay, inconsistency or a poorly managed process can create unnecessary risk.
Change & exits
Restructuring, redundancy, negotiated exits and senior-level employment matters.
Claims & process
Investigations, disciplinary processes, WRC matters and preparation for formal proceedings.
Prevention
Contracts, policies, management guidance and practical employment-law training.
A disciplined first step
Before Deirdre advises, the matter is screened.
- 1Confirm fit
We establish that you are contacting us on behalf of an employer.
- 2Check urgency and conflicts
We identify deadlines and the parties involved before details are discussed.
- 3Agree the next step
If the matter is suitable, you will be contacted about scope, availability and fees.
Preliminary enquiry
Tell us what your organisation needs.
This short screening takes about two minutes. Please do not upload or include confidential documents at this stage.