How to successfully win an employment tribunal claim

In this latest podcast, our employment law experts discuss the practical strategies employers should take to maximise their chances of successfully winning or defending against employment tribunal claims. Since their initial introduction in the late 70s (know then as ‘Industrial Tribunals’), employment tribunals have developed significantly into a robust legal process which requires witness statements and procedural requirements and follows set rules to ensure a fair process. The number of claims brought before the courts continue to increase as employees become more aware of their rights. That rise looks set to continue following the Employment Rights Act 2025 reforms. The reduction in the minimum period of service required for an unfair dismissal claim changed from two years to six months, alongside existing risk in relation to  discrimination and whistleblowing claims highlights the importance of employers documenting clear, legitimate reasons for all employment decisions. Hosted by Employment Partner Rustom Tata, with employment experts Simon Bellm and Lydia Goodman joining as speakers to share their expertise and tips on how to tackle tribunal claims.