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Joe Burton

Joe Burton

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Joe specialises in employment law, where he provides strategic advice and representation to both international and domestic companies and to high-net-worth individuals. His expertise spans a wide array of employment matters, including compliance, disputes, internal restructuring, and entry into the UK market for overseas companies.

Joe brings extensive experience in employment law to support international and domestic companies of varying sizes and complexities. His work encompasses strategic legal advice on compliance and regulatory matters, helping businesses navigate the intricate landscape of employment legislation. Joe's ability to tailor his guidance to the specific needs of each client has made him a trusted advisor.

Joe also represents clients in employment disputes, ranging from individual grievances to large-scale litigation. His expertise includes handling sensitive cases involving discrimination, unfair dismissals, and workplace harassment. Joe's pragmatic approach ensures that his clients receive robust legal advice and practical solutions aimed at resolving conflicts efficiently and effectively.

Joe’s proficiency extends to advising on employee restructuring and workforce management during mergers, acquisitions, and organisational changes. He works closely with HR departments to implement fair redundancy processes and manage TUPE transfers smoothly.

During his career, Joe also worked on secondment in the Intellectual Property and Information team at Farfetch, giving Joe insight into the unique challenges faced by multinational companies and allowing him to better understand the commercial considerations that are key to our clients. 

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Automotive & mobility

CV

Since 2024 Associate, Taylor Wessing
2022 - 2024 Trainee Solicitor, Taylor Wessing
2024 Admitted as a lawyer, England and Wales
2022 LLM degree in Commercial Legal Practice, BPP University, London, United Kingdom
2021 LLB degree in Law and International Study, University of Exeter and Singapore Management University
2016 A Levels, Churston Ferrers Grammar School, United Kingdom
2014 GCSEs, Paignton Community and Sports Academy, United Kingdom

Career

Since 2024 Associate, Taylor Wessing
2022 - 2024 Trainee Solicitor, Taylor Wessing

Education

2024 Admitted as a lawyer, England and Wales
2022 LLM degree in Commercial Legal Practice, BPP University, London, United Kingdom
2021 LLB degree in Law and International Study, University of Exeter and Singapore Management University
2016 A Levels, Churston Ferrers Grammar School, United Kingdom
2014 GCSEs, Paignton Community and Sports Academy, United Kingdom

Memberships & Associations

Employment Law Association, Member 

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