Why use solicitors to make a Protective Award claim

Posted on February 14, 2025

Employment law is complex and constantly changing and navigating legal matters has become increasingly difficult, especially when it comes to Protective Award cases and so it’s crucial to get specialist legal advice in the early stages of the process.

Making a protective award claim

Whilst it may seem cheaper and tempting to enlist the help of a claims management company or an unregulated provider, opting for a reputable law firm that specialises in protective award claims can often yield a better result, both in terms of a successful outcome and the time taken to achieve the best result.

Over the past few years the Pearson Solicitors employment law department have helped thousands of clients make Protective Award claims across a wide variety of sectors and claimed back £millions in awards.

Some workers have been made redundant by surprise when they have reported in to work, others informed by text, email or even work apps, all have been helped financially when they needed it the most.

“We have a large team to assist with these cases and can therefore cope with the volume of claimants - particularly when it comes to enforcing the claim against the Redundancy Payments Service,” said Alan Lewis, Partner and Employment Law Solicitor at Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers.

“Our team of employment law solicitors have years of experience dealing with specialist Protective Award claims and can give clients reassurance from the outset that their claim is in professional hands. Our reputation before courts and employment tribunals is well deserved and our protective award solicitors are recognised nationally as leading individuals in the field of employment law acting for employees.”

“A lot of employees do not realise that many cases progress to a hearing before an Employment Judge where the legal basis of the claim is fully scrutinised. In these circumstances there can be no better representation than by a fully qualified and experienced employment solicitor. ”

“But above all this and our 100% success rate, we want to assure potential clients that as solicitors we are bound by ethical standards and professional regulations and as such are fully regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are insured - that is what they need to check when looking at other legal options,” advised Alan.

Redundancy consultation process

When staff are being made redundant and employers have not followed the correct procedures their employees can claim a little known financial claim known as a Protective Award.

The award is compensation of up to 90 days’ gross pay, which can be awarded by an Employment Tribunal when an employee fails to collectively inform and consult its workforce of twenty or more employees from the same establishment that they have been dismissed on the grounds of redundancy.

Why choose protective award solicitors?

Why choose solicitors to deal with a claim when you can search the internet for a cheaper option? There are a number of reasons why specialist advice is essential and law firms are well-equipped to handle the complexities of protective claim cases effectively.

Legal Expertise: Solicitors specialise in employment law and have in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and case precedents. This expertise allows them to provide accurate advice and guidance throughout the entire process of pursuing a Protective Award claim.
Case Assessment: Solicitors can assess the merits of your claim and advise you on the likelihood of success. They will analyse your employment situation, review relevant documentation, and determine the best course of action to maximize your chances of a successful outcome.
Representation: Solicitors can represent you in legal proceedings or court hearings if necessary. Having legal representation can significantly strengthen your position and ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process.
Legal Compliance: Employment law is complex and continually evolving. Solicitors stay updated on changes in legislation and judicial rulings to ensure that your Protective Award claim award is pursued in full compliance with the law. This helps mitigate the risk of procedural errors or legal challenges that could jeopardize your case.
Confidentiality and Professionalism: Solicitors adhere to strict professional standards, including maintaining client confidentiality and acting in your best interests at all times. You can trust that your solicitor will handle your case with professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion.
Maximizing Compensation: Our solicitors are skilled at assessing the full extent of your losses and our team know the rules around Protective Award Claims and can advise accordingly.
Peace of Mind: By engaging a solicitor to handle your employment protective claim award, you can have peace of mind knowing that your case is in capable hands.

“Before deciding whether to instruct an unqualified, inexperienced lay person to represent you and your colleagues, I would suggest you ask that individual the following; what legal qualifications do they hold? How many years of experience do they have representing claimants in employment tribunal proceedings? How many hearings have they attended in front of an employment judge?” said Alan.

“I would emphasise that making the right legal choice can have very material consequences on the successful and timeous pursuit of your claim. The key objective has to be to win the case and secure as much compensation as possible in a reasonable timescale. If you choose to instruct inexperienced, non-legally qualified representatives to pursue a legal claim in an Employment Tribunal before a Judge, can you be confident of achieving the best outcome?”

How can we help?

For legal advice on making a protective award claim contact our employment law solicitors on 0161 785 3500 or email enquiries@pearsonlegal.co.uk

Please note that the information and opinions contained in this article are not intended to be comprehensive, nor to provide legal advice. No responsibility for its accuracy or correctness is assumed by Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers Ltd or any of its members or employees. Professional legal advice should be obtained before taking, or refraining from taking, any action as a result of this article.