Employment law specialists since 1989 Advising employees and employers across the UK
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
info@astonssolicitors.co.ukStraight answers for employees and employers, from a firm that has practised nothing but employment law for 37 years. From the first conversation, you’ll know your options, what it could cost and what happens next.
Where do you stand?
Pick what’s happening and we’ll show you.
I’m an employee
I’m an employer
Every situation
Leave your number and a specialist employment solicitor will call you back. No call centres, no jargon.
One specialism
Most firms dip in and out of employment law. We have practised nothing else for 37 years, for employees and employers alike. That focus means sharper advice, faster answers and fewer surprises.
For employees
Clear advice on your rights and your options, and a specialist firmly in your corner.
For employers
Practical, commercial advice that protects your business, in plain English your managers can act on.
Settlement agreements
You can’t sign it without independent legal advice, and your employer usually contributes to the cost. We have been checking, explaining and improving settlement agreements for more than 30 years.
Appointments the same day, by phone, video or face to face.
We’ll never charge you more than your employer’s contribution towards your legal fees.
We check the numbers, spot what’s missing and negotiate when an offer falls short.
Most settlement advice happens by phone or video, so distance is never a problem.
Without prejudice and subject to contract
Settlement Agreement
For employers
HR Plus is our fixed-fee retainer for small and medium-sized businesses. A dedicated employment solicitor, up-to-date paperwork and insurance-backed protection, for one predictable monthly fee.
“In essence Astons have become our HR department.”
HR plus
From
£99 + VAT a month
Defending even a simple tribunal claim can cost £5,000 to £10,000 + VAT in legal fees.1 HR Plus puts advice on tap and insurance behind it.
Get my HR Plus quote Download the HR Plus brochure (PDF)1. From our published costs guide for unfair or wrongful dismissal claims. Insurance cover is subject to the policy terms, including following your solicitor’s advice.
Employment Rights Act 2025
The biggest overhaul of workplace rights in a generation is arriving in stages. Three dates matter most right now, for employees and employers alike.
In force
Time limits for most employment tribunal claims double from three months to six, where the dismissal or act happened on or after this date.
Coming soon
Employers must take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, and can be liable for harassment of staff by customers and other third parties.
Coming in 2027
Employees gain protection from unfair dismissal after six months’ service instead of two years, and the cap on compensation is due to be lifted.
Probation periods, contracts, policies and harassment training all need a fresh look before January. We’ll review them with you.
Book an Employment Rights Act reviewLonger time limits don’t mean you should wait. Evidence fades and options narrow, so get advice while every route is open.
Check where you standA summary for general information, not legal advice. Dates as confirmed by the government at October 2026 and subject to change.
Why Astons
1989
Founded as a specialist employment law firm. Still nothing else.
4.9
Average Google rating, from 261 client reviews.
60+ yrs
Combined employment law experience across our solicitors.
Same day
Settlement agreement appointments, by phone, video or in person.
24 hrs
Our aim for replying to every enquiry, Monday to Friday.
Start to finish
In-house advocates, so your tribunal case stays with the team who prepared it.
How it works
Call 01604 700099 or send a quick message. We aim to reply within 24 hours, with same-day appointments for settlement agreements.
Speak to a specialist employment solicitor. You’ll hear where you stand, the options open to you and the likely cost, in plain English.
Before any work starts, we agree how it’s funded and what it’s likely to cost: fixed fee, No Win No Fee where eligible, insurance or HR Plus.
From negotiation and ACAS conciliation to a full tribunal hearing, handled by experienced solicitors and our in-house advocates.
Costs, upfront
Worrying about legal fees shouldn’t stop anyone getting good advice. These are the ways our clients usually fund their case, and what tribunal work costs.
A no-obligation conversation to understand what’s happening and how we can help.
Usually covered in full by your employer’s contribution, under our Cost Guarantee.
A detailed review of your documents and a clear view of your case, for an agreed fee.
For eligible claims after an initial assessment. If your claim doesn’t succeed, you don’t pay our fees.
Many home insurance policies include it. We’ll check your cover and work with your insurer.
From £99 + VAT a month, with unlimited advice and £100,000 of tribunal insurance.
For bringing or defending an unfair or wrongful dismissal claim, based on our hourly rate of £200 + VAT.
| Case | Estimated fees |
|---|---|
| Simple | £5,000 to £10,000 + VAT |
| Medium complexity | £10,000 to £20,000 + VAT |
| High complexity | £20,000 to £50,000 + VAT |
“They are pragmatic in their approach and always offer advice and guidance in a straight-forward and non-solicitor manner, which makes it easy to relay to my General Managers.”
Sarah Fountain Director of Human Resources, Kew Green Hotels
“Astons Solicitors acted for me in a very complex employment case. They kept me informed throughout and worked extremely hard to achieve justice on my behalf.”
Frances Duffy London
“They have exclusively represented us at Employment Tribunals where their professionalism, thoroughness and attention to detail has resulted in outstanding success. A quality service at highly competitive rates.”
Janet Gray Human Resources & IT Director, Jupiter Hotels
“I cannot praise Astons Solicitors enough. The knowledge and professionalism they present demonstrates that they really understand their business inside out.”
James Irwin Flore, Northants
“This professional advice has saved us a significant amount of time and money over the years.”
Robert Ayres Managing Director, BHW Group
“When I needed employment advice, I found Astons approachable, friendly and professional. They dealt with my case efficiently and promptly.”
Norman Hingston London
“In fact, they have often been seen as an integral part of my team’s Human Resources function!”
Justin Johnson Head of HR Operations and People Services, Elior UK
“Astons Solicitors provided extremely valuable guidance in the interpretation and execution of a bespoke tailored Compromise Agreement (a veritable minefield for the uninitiated).”
Dr Ian Murphy Felsted, Essex
Our team
All client work is handled by experienced employment solicitors. Never a call centre, never a script.
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Questions
Can’t see yours? Call 01604 700099 and ask a specialist.
Your first call is free. After that, it depends on what you need:
Yes, for eligible claims. After an initial assessment, sometimes a fixed-fee review of your documents, we’ll tell you whether your case qualifies. Not every case does, and we’ll always explain why.
We aim to reply to every enquiry within 24 hours, Monday to Friday, and we offer same-day appointments for settlement agreements. If it’s urgent, call us on 01604 700099.
Time limits are strict. Where the dismissal or treatment happened on or after 1 October 2026, most claims now have a six-month time limit, and you must contact ACAS for early conciliation before you can make a claim. For earlier events the old three-month limit usually applies. Speak to us as early as you can.
No. We advise clients across the UK by phone and video. If you’d like to meet in person, our office at Grange Park, Northampton is minutes from junction 15 of the M1.
Yes. We advise both, which means we know how the other side thinks. We never act for both sides in the same matter.
Yes. Astons Solicitors is the trading name of Astons Legal Limited, authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, SRA number 538039. You can check our entry on the SRA register.
Free initial call
Tell us a little about what’s happening and a specialist employment solicitor will be in touch, usually within 24 hours, Monday to Friday.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
Minutes from junction 15 of the M1, with visitor parking. Advice by phone and video anywhere in the UK.
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