Melissa Chuttur

Melissa acted for an employee in a sexual harassment and sex discrimination claim against a financial institution which she was able to successfully settle prior to significant costs being incurred by her client. Melissa was also able to negotiate (as part of the settlement package) a significant legal fee contribution for her client.

Melissa acted for a Claimant in an age discrimination and unfair dismissal tribunal claim against a retail business who terminated her without following any process or notice, as she approached retirement. After receipt of the Respondent’s ET3, Melissa engaged in extensive settlement discussions and was able to secure an early settlement for the client.

Melissa acted for a client who was at risk of losing a settlement offer and face disciplinary action over allegations that he unlawfully downloaded confidential company data. The employer, at the time, threatened immediate injunction proceedings and the signing of unlimited and unqualified undertakings, failing which the employee would be dismissed for gross misconduct. Melissa was able to negotiate out of having her client sign unqualified and unlimited undertakings, dismissal action and she was able to revive the settlement offer.

Assisting in the developing of a set of bilingual pro forma employment documentation (English/French) including policies and procedures for a medium sized international business in order to deliver results cost effectively and improve efficiencies.

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