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Disciplinary & Grievance

Support with hearings, responses and negotiated outcomes.

Facing a disciplinary process or considering raising a grievance? The way you respond — and when — can significantly affect your position. We advise on strategy, draft responses and help you protect your leverage at every stage.

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Disciplinary & grievance services

Disciplinary Response Preparation

Drafting written responses to disciplinary allegations and preparing you for the hearing.

Grievance Advice & Drafting

Advising on whether to raise a grievance and drafting a clear, well-structured grievance letter.

Appeal Support

Advice and preparation for disciplinary or grievance appeals.

Negotiated Outcomes

Where appropriate, negotiating a settlement or exit package to avoid a prolonged process.

Performance Management Advice

Guidance where a performance management process appears to be a precursor to dismissal.

Linked Claims Advice

Identifying whether disciplinary or grievance issues are linked to discrimination or whistleblowing claims.

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Your Solicitor

Alex Bailey, Solicitor specialising in Commercial Litigation and Employment Law at PDA Law

Your Employment Law Solicitor

Alex Bailey

Solicitor — Commercial Litigation & Employment Law

Employment Law · Commercial LitigationQualified Solicitor · 2007Highest Local Disability Discrimination Award

Alex qualified in 2007 and has extensive experience in employment law across the North West and North Wales — from settlement agreements and unfair dismissal to discrimination claims and Tribunal representation. A career highlight was securing one of the highest disability discrimination awards in the local area.

Discuss Your Disciplinary or Grievance

Free initial review · Chester-based · Remote across England & Wales

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Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

I was facing a disciplinary hearing that I knew was unfair. Alex helped me prepare a thorough written response, identified the procedural failures, and the outcome was far better than I had feared.

Gary T.

Disciplinary hearing support, Chester

* Names changed to protect client confidentiality. Testimonials reflect genuine client experiences.

Part of your employment journey

Your Employment Journey

Your Next Steps — What to Do If Your Job Is at Risk

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Overview of all employment law services — settlement agreements, dismissal, discrimination and more.

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Disciplinary & GrievanceYou are here

Support with written responses, hearings and negotiated outcomes — protecting your position at every stage.

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Dismissed unfairly or treated less favourably? We advise on Tribunal claims and negotiated exits.

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Independent legal advice required for a valid settlement agreement. Employer often contributes to your fees.