Profile:
Having qualified in January 2009 Matthew now specialises in both Employment Law and Civil Litigation cases.
Matthew deals with a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising both Employers and Employees. As such he can advise on anything from unfair dismissal and discrimination to Transfer of Undertakings for companies (TUPE).
Matthew also deals with a substantial number of landlord and tenant disputes as well as other general contractual disputes (both consumer and commercial).
Background:
Matthew started his training contract at Streeter Marshall in 2007 and went on to qualify in January 2009. Matthew now specialises in Employment Law and Civil Litigation cases. Matthew advises a variety of clients both private individuals and larger companies on a range of matters.
Achievements:
Matthew won his university’s negotiation competition in 2002 whilst studying for his law degree. He then went on to compete on a regional and then on a national level against other law students in negotiation.
While he was a trainee Matthew was involved in a series of successful cases where he obtained injunctive relief for clients against local authorities who had failed in their duty to provide suitable housing.
Since qualifying Matthew has also enjoyed success in a number of Employment and Civil cases in both the County Court and Employment Tribunals.
Personal:
Matthew enjoys reading and is passionate about music. He also enjoys a number of outdoor pursuits including camping.
Location:
Matthew is based in our Croydon office