Mackrell. Solicitors welcomes senior associate

3 Apr 2025Appointments

Mackrell. Solicitors hires Neil Emery to strengthen employment law team with over 20 years of experience

Mackrell. Solicitors is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Emery as Senior Associate in its employment law team. Neil joins from Howat Avraam Solicitors and brings more than 20 years of expertise in both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. He advises employees and employers on various issues, including corporate employment concerns, high-net-worth settlement agreements, and drafting director service and consultancy agreements.

In addition to his extensive legal experience, Neil is a regular speaker at seminars for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and provides training to employers and professional bodies. His focus is on promoting best employment practices in the workplace.

Neil expressed strong ambitions for his new role, saying, “My goal is to expand the employment practice, strengthen client relationships, and enhance the firm’s employment capabilities. I am keen to mentor junior lawyers, develop the team, and enhance the firm’s profile through speaking engagements and publications. I am also keen to support the firm’s strategic growth and help build a strong market reputation.”

Mackrell. Solicitors is confident that Neil’s vast experience and commitment to growth will significantly benefit the firm’s employment law practice.

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