Simona Kalnina

Solicitor

Biography

Simona is a Solicitor in the Employment Team. Simona joined Ashfords in July 2016 and qualified as a Solicitor in March 2023.

Simona has experience in acting for both employees and employers in relation to a variety of contentious matters, including claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistle blowing, and breach of contract claims. Simona is also experienced in advising clients on internal procedures, as well as preparing and/or negotiating employment-related documents including policies; employment contracts; and settlement agreements.

Simona has dealt with claims in the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeal Tribunal, Court of Appeal, County Court, and High Court.

 

Relevant experience

  • Acting for various businesses in various sectors including restaurants, charities, dental practices, salons, care homes and nurseries.
  • Acting for various Claimant clients in pursuing claims in the Employment Tribunal or negotiating a settlement with their current or former employer.
  • Acting for high net worth individuals in pursuing claims for whistleblowing, and unfair dismissal.
  • Acting for the largest restaurant chain in the UK.
  • Individual Claimant: Assisting with the settlement of a claim against a large financial services firm.
  • Individual Claimant: Assisting with the settlement of an unfair dismissal and discrimination claim.

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