Biography
Associate Amy Penn (6 years’ PQE) advises employers and employees on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment law issues but specialises in Employment Tribunal litigation, routinely assisting clients in pursuing and defending claims.
Amy has a broad and varied case load, and has experience in advising clients on a wide range of claims including Unfair Dismissal, Discrimination, Whistleblowing, Equal Pay, and contractual disputes including Unlawful Deductions from Wages. Amy has supported clients, and has a particular interest, in dealing with claims of discrimination and harassment, which require a careful and considered approach due to the often very sensitive nature of the allegations, and potential vulnerabilities of those involved.
Amy also advises on non-contentious employment law issues. In particular, she regularly assists clients in the hospitality sector and in particular for franchisees of a large fast-food retailer providing advice regarding the management of internal processes related to its workforce. Amy also supports a client in the charity and housing sector in providing ad hoc support on HR Processes and practices.
Amy frequently negotiates settlement for clients both as a means of avoiding litigation, and during the process of litigation.
Relevant experience
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Representing the Respondent, an adult health and social care business, in an Employment Tribunal claim for Unfair Dismissal, and Discrimination and Harassment on the grounds of race. Outcome achieved: the Claimant agreed to withdraw their claims, with no order as to costs.
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Representing Claimants in group litigation relating to claims of Unfair Dismissal, Trade Union Detriment, Part-Time Working Regulations, Notice Pay and discrimination following redundancies which arose during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Providing Training to a client in the charity and housing sector in relation to the Employment Rights Act 2025, the impact of the changes and practical considerations for the client.
