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Michael Thompson

Partner
Chairman of Eversheds Sutherland Charitable Trust

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As Chairman of Eversheds Sutherland Charitable Trust, Michael's focus is on developing our pro bono and CR practices respectively.

Michael is a Partner in our Employment, Labor and Pensions Group. As part of a wider role, his principal responsibility is as Chairman of the firm's Charitable Trust where Michael has oversight of the firm’s CR and pro bono activities respectively.

He deals with all aspects of employment law, both contentious and noncontentious acting almost exclusively for employers. Michael has extensive experience in both the public and private sectors and is an experienced advocate before the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal, having conducted complex and high-profile claims. His particular expertise lies in executive terminations, large-scale reorganizations and injunctive relief. Michael also regularly provides training to clients both in-house and on external courses.

Michael's recent experience includes:

  • dealing with various applications for injunctive relief relating to restrictive covenants and confidentiality
  • advising listed companies on main board reorganizations, appointments and exits
  • defending a multi-claimant employment tribunal claim relating to changes to terms and conditions and section 188
  • Featured in The Legal 500 and in Chambers as a leader in his field and is reported as "consistently impressive" and "absolutely exceptional and a sound choice for really complex or heavyweight matters"
  • Top Ranked in Chambers UK, 2019
  • Ranked in Chambers UK, 2018
  • Recognized by The Legal 500 UK as a Leading Individual, 2015
  • Member, Employment Lawyers Association
  • Qualified in 1990
Michael Thompson

Partner

Chairman of Eversheds Sutherland Charitable Trust

Michael Thompson

Partner

Chairman of Eversheds Sutherland Charitable Trust

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