I am an employment lawyer with 20 years' experience advising and litigating on matters covering the entire spectrum of employment law, ranging from contract matters, unfair dismissal, equal pay, whistleblowing, TUPE, employee status and discrimination. I have successfully represented Claimants both on an individual basis and for those involved in complex multi party litigation. My litigation work has involved cases in the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeal Tribunal Court of Appeal and High Court. I pride myself on my negotiation skills and am able to bring disputes to a quick and successful conclusion by way of an agreed settlement agreement if that is the most pragmatic and preferred outcome for my client.

Before joining Kilgannon and Partners in May 2025, I was a Partner at Thompsons Solicitors, a leading Claimant trade union law firm, where I worked for nearly 20 years advising trade unions and their members exclusively on employment law matters. My clients were from both the public and private sector and I therefore have a sound insight into the different needs of employers and employees across a wide range of industries. I ran a team of employment lawyers, supervising and leading those lawyers to achieve the best outcome for our clients and ensuring client satisfaction. I often gave talks and lectures on employment law at Thompsons' and trade union organised events, as well as external organisations, such as the Institute of Employment Rights. I wrote articles and commentary for publications as well as drafting internal guidance and precedent materials for the team.

I have a particular interest in discrimination claims, particularly around women's rights - sex and maternity discrimination and flexible working. I am a member of the Legal Working Group for the charity, Maternity Action, and was a trustee of Maternity Action for 3 years.

If you have an employment law issue you wish to discuss, please feel free to contact me by email at eg@kilgannonlaw.co.uk or call / text me on 0330 0431268. You can also find me on LinkedIn.