Apex Employment Solicitors

14/10/2025

It was a privilege to attend Hadlow College this evening as part of their ongoing enrichment programme for their Residential Students. I was asked to discuss my journey from student to founder and Partner of Apex Employment Solicitors with a few nuggets of advice as they embrace the world of work.

30/04/2025

We’re delighted to share that we’ve been named Employment Law Firm of the Year in the South England Prestige Awards 2024/25. This award isn’t the first time we’ve received industry recognition. However, each one reminds us why we do what we do and how important it is to deliver legal advice that genuinely makes a difference to the people and businesses we work with.

12/03/2025

Tonight on ITV Meridian we discussed the proposed Domestic Abuse (Safe Leave) Bill which would require employers to provide 10 days of paid leave for survivors of domestic abuse. The paid leave would be able to be used for the employee to find a safe place to live, deal with any police interviews or Court proceedings and to seek medical help.

30/10/2024

The Government has announced the annual national minimum wage increases for 2025.

The increases to the minimum wage with effect from 1 April 2025 are as follows:

21 and over - will rise from £11.44 to £12.21 an hour

18-20 - will rise from £8.60 to £10 an hour

Apprentices - will rise from £6.40 to £7.55 an hour

10/10/2024

The new Employment Rights Bill is being unveiled today, coming changes are to include:

1) removal of the two year qualifying period for unfair dismissal complaints;

2) consultation on different rules during a probationary period;

3) amendments to the rules of flexible working;

4) Statutory sick pay from day one;

5) amendments to the operation of zero hours contracts; and

6) day one rights for paternity, parental and bereavement leave.

These amendments will NOT be in force from today. A period of consultation will be commenced with the day one right to not be unfairly dismissed expected not to come into force until Autumn 2026.

18/09/2024

This week Apex Employment Solicitors looks at......casual workers contracts

If you would like a free of charge initial consultation with one of our team please get in touch

Employment Law Experts based in Maidstone, Kent. Our latest article offers guidance for employers on Casual Worker Contracts. 01622 234 147

18/09/2024

Please join us for our free "Wellbeing in the Workplace" webinar this Friday 20th September 2024 at 12pm.

Focusing on wellbeing in the workplace can significantly boost productivity. If you want to reduce absenteeism, increase employee motivation and enhance staff retention, this webinar is for you!

Employment Law Experts based in Maidstone, Kent. Join our FREE online training - Wellbeing in the Workplace. 01622 234 147

18/07/2024

Apex Employment Solicitors looks at what the King's Speech means for Employment Law

The Employment Rights Bill unveiled in the King’s Speech will bring employment law reform to the UK. Need advice? Call 01622 234 147