Workplace Discrimination Advice for Employers
Employment discrimination claims can be complex, disruptive, and costly, both financially and reputationally. Whether you're facing a formal complaint or simply want to ensure your policies are robust, our employment solicitors can give you the practical, clear-headed advice you need to protect your business.
At Owen White Catlin, we support employers of all sizes in preventing, managing, and resolving discrimination issues at work with discretion, confidence, and care.
Understanding your legal obligations
The Equality Act 2010 sets out strict rules to protect employees, workers, and job applicants from being treated unfairly because of protected characteristics, including:
- Age
- Disability
- Race
- Sex
- Pregnancy or maternity
- Religion or belief
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage or civil partnership
Discrimination can occur directly or indirectly and doesn’t require intent, which is why proactive compliance is so important.
Why work with our employment solicitors?
We regularly advise employers on:
- Responding to internal grievances or tribunal claims
- Managing disciplinary or performance processes without discrimination risk
- Handling allegations of harassment or victimisation
- Navigating adjustments for disabled employees
- Reviewing recruitment, redundancy, and promotion practices
- Training managers to reduce legal exposure
If a complaint arises, we can step in early to help resolve it swiftly and minimise disruption. Where necessary, we also provide robust representation in Employment Tribunal proceedings.
Talk to our employment solicitors today
We understand the balance employers must strike between managing people effectively and complying with ever-evolving legal duties. Our advice is pragmatic, commercially aware, and grounded in experience. We work closely with HR teams, directors, and business owners to put the right protections in place — and respond decisively when challenges arise.
If you need help or advice with a workplace discrimination issue — whether you're seeking prevention, support or defence — we’re here to help. Speak to our employment law team today by calling one of our local offices or using our online enquiry form.