Business Details
18 Years
experience
Specialist Employment Lawyers for Discrimination Cases
Didlaw is a boutique employment law firm established in 2008, founded by Karen Jackson with a vision to support individuals facing workplace challenges related to health and disability. Our firm specialises in employment discrimination, mental health at work, and neurodiversity, offering expert legal representation and pragmatic solutions. With a client-first ethos, we combine deep legal expertise with genuine empathy, ensuring clear communication and tailored advice.Recognised in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, we act for employees and senior executives nationwide, prioritising your interests in cases involving discrimination, whistleblowing, and settlement agreements. Our team, led by an all-female partner group, delivers results through innovative strategies and a commitment to justice, supporting clients through complex legal processes with compassion and professionalism.
Services
Disability Discrimination
Mental Health at Work
Whistleblowing Claims
Settlement Agreements
Employment Tribunals
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 16 years of experience in employment discrimination law
- Our team includes leading experts ranked in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500
- We provide 24/7 client support during critical periods
- We guarantee transparent communication and no hidden fees
- Our lawyers are pioneers in disability discrimination and mental health cases
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Chambers & Partners
- Legal 500
What people say
Exceptional legal expertise
24/7 client support
Empathetic and understanding
Successful tribunal outcomes
Transparent communication
Services
Disability Discrimination
We specialise in challenging workplace discrimination against individuals with disabilities, including chronic illnesses and mobility impairments. Our solicitors have secured landmark rulings for clients facing unfair treatment, ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010. With extensive experience in tribunal cases and negotiated settlements, we protect your rights while prioritising your wellbeing throughout the legal process.
Mental Health Advocacy
Our team represents employees experiencing mental health discrimination due to stress, anxiety, or depression. We address failures in reasonable adjustments and workplace bullying, advocating for fair treatment and compensation. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate support to resolve cases efficiently while safeguarding client confidentiality.
Settlement Agreements
We provide expert guidance on employment settlement agreements, ensuring fair terms and legal compliance. Our solicitors negotiate optimal financial packages while protecting future career prospects. With a focus on transparency, we explain all implications clearly, enabling informed decisions without pressure or hidden costs.
Whistleblowing Protection
We defend employees who expose wrongdoing through protected disclosures, addressing retaliation or unfair dismissal. Our solicitors have successfully challenged organisations violating whistleblowing laws, securing compensation and policy changes. We maintain strict confidentiality while pursuing justice through tribunal claims or negotiated resolutions.
Employment Tribunals
Our experienced litigators handle complex employment tribunal cases, from initial preparation to final hearings. We specialise in discrimination, unfair dismissal, and equal pay claims, achieving favourable outcomes through strategic evidence gathering and persuasive advocacy. Clients receive realistic case assessments and cost-effective representation tailored to their circumstances.
People
Karen Jackson
Managing Partner
Founder of Didlaw with 16 years' experience in employment law, Karen is a Chambers & Partners-ranked expert in disability discrimination. She pioneered landmark cases and focuses on supporting vulnerable clients through complex legal challenges while maintaining a client-first approach.
Elizabeth McGlone
Partner
Specialises in gender critical beliefs and sexual harassment cases, with recognition in Legal 500 for innovative legal strategies. Elizabeth combines technical expertise with empathetic representation, particularly in high-profile tribunal cases involving workplace culture issues.
Anita Vadgama
Partner
Focuses on senior BAME women's workplace rights, delivering strategic advice on discrimination and settlement negotiations. Recognised for her tactical approach in complex litigation, Anita provides clear guidance that balances legal outcomes with client wellbeing.
Questions
What areas of employment law do you specialise in?
We focus on disability discrimination, mental health at work, whistleblowing, settlement agreements, and employment tribunals, with particular expertise in complex discrimination cases.
How do you support vulnerable clients?
Our approach combines legal expertise with emotional support, offering flexible communication options and collaborating with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive client care.
Can you handle urgent employment disputes?
Yes, we prioritise time-sensitive matters and provide rapid response for urgent cases, including interim relief applications and emergency negotiations.
What makes Didlaw different from other law firms?
We combine specialist employment law knowledge with genuine empathy, maintaining a boutique firm structure to ensure personalised service and direct partner involvement.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial telephone assessments to discuss your situation and recommend the best course of action.
How are legal fees structured?
We offer transparent fee arrangements including hourly rates, fixed fees for specific services, and conditional fee agreements where appropriate.
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