Consultant Solicitor

James Okafor

Employment law specialist advising businesses and individuals across England and Wales. Practical, strategic advice on all workplace legal matters.

James Okafor

How I can help

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Unfair Dismissal

Advising employers on fair procedures and representing employees in unfair dismissal claims.

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Discrimination & Harassment

Handling discrimination claims across all protected characteristics and advising on workplace harassment.

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Settlement Agreements

Negotiating and advising on settlement agreements for senior employees and executives.

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Employment Contracts & Policies

Drafting, reviewing, and updating employment contracts, handbooks, and workplace policies.

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Redundancy & Restructuring

Guiding businesses through redundancy processes and organisational restructures.

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Whistleblowing

Advising on whistleblowing protections and defending whistleblowing detriment claims.

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About James

Employment law specialist with 18 years' experience advising businesses and individuals. Clear, strategic advice on all workplace legal matters.

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What my clients say

James guided us through a complex restructuring involving 60 employees. His advice was clear, practical, and helped us avoid very costly mistakes.

Caroline HughesHR Director, Meridian Group plc

When I was pushed out of my role after raising concerns, James fought my corner brilliantly and secured a settlement that reflected the strength of my position.

AnonymousSenior Manager, Financial Services

We have used James for all our employment matters for the past five years. He is always responsive, always commercial, and never patronising.

Raj PatelCOO, Lighthouse Technology Ltd

James negotiated my exit package after a discrimination grievance. He was honest about the risks, strategic in his approach, and achieved an outcome far beyond what I expected.

Sarah M.Director, Professional Services

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