Harrison Drury has strengthened its employment team in Manchester with the appointment of experienced solicitor Lauren Wood.
Lauren joins from Forbes, where she worked as a solicitor, and will be based at our Manchester office serving clients across the North West.
She will advise on contentious and non-contentious matters, supporting both employers and employees, and assist on employment tribunal claims and support with drafting essential documents like contracts of employment and staff handbooks.
Lauren will also work alongside our corporate and dispute resolution teams to provide strategic employment support to businesses on complex corporate restructures, including redundancy, business sales and acquisitions, and outsourcing,
Roger Spence, partner and head of Harrison Drury’s employment team, comments: “With our employment law team growing across the region and bringing on talented people like Lauren, we’re even better equipped to help clients navigate changing workplace rules and tackle challenges with confidence.”
Emma Butterworth, partner in Harrison Drury’s employment team, said: “With Harrison Drury now well-established in Manchester, we’re committed to bringing in the best talent.
“Lauren is an excellent addition to the team and brings a wealth of experience and valuable local connections. She will play a key role in supporting our clients across both Manchester and the North West.”
Lauren adds: “I chose Harrison Drury because of its strong reputation in Manchester, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to delivering quality work for clients.
“Aside from project work, I’ll also be supporting the team with day-to-day HR and employment needs – whether that’s recruitment, disciplinary issues, or managing performance and sickness absences.”