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Our disciplinary solicitors provide expert advice and guidance throughout the disciplinary process, ensuring that all parties are treated fairly and in accordance with the law.
Our disciplinary solicitors work closely with our clients facing disciplinary action, including investigations, hearings, and appeals. We work to protect your rights and ensure fair treatment throughout the process.
- If you’re faced with disciplinary meetings, it can be a stressful time.
- Your employer is likely to have received advice, so you should improve your prospects by taking legal advice too.
- Our sympathetic and knowledgeable employment solicitors will explain how disciplinary meetings work, give you advice on appealing your employer’s decision and help you feel more confident about your future prospects.
Has an allegation of misconduct been made against you? Do you need advice on how you can resist this allegation?
Perhaps you have been summoned to attend a meeting to discuss an allegation of misconduct or suspect that you will be. Or you may have already been to a disciplinary meeting and it has not gone well. You should get advice to ensure you are being treated fairly from the start of the procedure.
We understand a disciplinary process can be an upsetting experience and our mix of practical and legal advice will help protect your position.

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What is a disciplinary?
Disciplinary proceedings are the process of taking formal action against an employee for a breach of the company’s rules or policies. The disciplinary process typically involves a formal investigation, a hearing, and a decision on the appropriate course of action. The outcome of the disciplinary process can range from a written warning to termination of employment, depending on the seriousness of the breach.
Preparing for an impending meeting
If you have been summoned to attend a meeting to discuss your conduct or suspect that you will be, it is a good idea to meet with a solicitor first. You’ll not only be legally prepared, but will also feel calmer and more confident from the moment you walk in.
Whilst the meeting may not be very far away, we can help you be as prepared as possible, which could even help prevent you from being dismissed. We can give you helpful, supportive advice about disciplinary meetings, such as:-
- what may happen in the meeting;
- what you should or should not say;
- what your rights are; and
- what you should do if the meeting does not go well.
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If you’ve already had the meeting
If you have already attended a disciplinary meeting and have been given a warning, some form of penalty or have been dismissed, we understand what effect this can have on your reputation, career and future job prospects. We can advise you as to how to appeal the decision at work or issue a claim in the employment tribunal, along with practical advice to help you move forwards.
Why choose our disciplinary solicitors?
At Moore Barlow, our disciplinary solicitors are highly experienced and knowledgeable in handling all types of disciplinary matters. We understand the importance of protecting your rights and ensuring a fair process. Our team will work with you to achieve the best possible outcome, whether that be negotiating a settlement or representing you in a hearing. You can trust us to provide you with expert advice and support throughout the entire process.
How can our disciplinary solicitors help?
Let our disciplinary solicitors help by providing expert legal advice and representation to employees facing disciplinary action in the workplace. We can help you understand your rights and obligations, prepare a strong defence, and negotiate a fair outcome. Our team has extensive experience in all aspects of employment law, and we are dedicated to protecting your interests and achieving the best possible outcome for you. Let us help you navigate the complex world of disciplinary matters and safeguard your career.
With our expert staff based across our offices in London, Richmond, Southampton, Guildford, Lymington, and Woking we offer specialist employment law advice to clients nationwide.
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Moore Barlow has a breadth of talent and experience which belies their regional location and unquestionably allows them to compete in the busy London & South East legal fraternity. The strong specialist teams have reputations which attract and retain clients across the UK and internationally. My experience is wholly positive having benefitted from a wealth of experience and clear commercial and legal guidance.
Legal 500, 2022
I chose Moore Barlow because I wanted the support of a strong, broadly based local firm, with strong commercial and employment knowledge and experience but at regional hourly rates rather than London rates.
Legal 500, 2022
Moore Barlow’s ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. It has a good balance of both commercial and legal risk assessment.
Chambers and Partners, 2025
They are very experienced with restrictive covenant matters. They have a very agile team who can quickly assemble and are able to achieve effective results for the client.
Legal 500, 2025
Moore Barlow provides strategic advice and litigation support to clients in relation to senior terminations, discrimination proceedings, redundancies and multi-claimant actions. It is often called upon to advise on internal disciplinary proceedings, and business-wide reorganisations and restructuring matters. The firm additionally advises on employment aspects of business sales and acquisitions, including TUPE. It has significant experience assisting clients in the technology, financial services, hospitality and media sectors.
Chambers & Partners, 2024
A personable and at the same time (totally) professional service is provided by Moore Barlow and is one of its key strengths as a business. The team are always available to provide counsel and advice when requested and their turnaround times in completing instructed work is excellent.
Legal 500, 2024
The team we worked with took charge of every detail with an entrepreneurial spirit and commitment. When working with international companies it is essential to know how to share information with respect to the reference country, and this too was done with great pragmatism. The creativity of the solutions and the flexibility in applying them was certainly an added value.
Legal 500, 2024
Moore Barlow provides the complete professional organisation in terms of HR advice and all other disciplines both in terms of business and personal matters. There fee structures are acceptable for the quality of service which is provided in a friendly manner.
Legal 500, 2023
Moore Barlow has a breadth of talent and experience which belies their regional location and unquestionably allows them to compete in the busy London & South East legal fraternity. The strong specialist teams have reputations which attract and retain clients across the UK and internationally. My experience is wholly positive having benefitted from a wealth of experience and clear commercial and legal guidance.
Legal 500, 2022
I chose Moore Barlow because I wanted the support of a strong, broadly based local firm, with strong commercial and employment knowledge and experience but at regional hourly rates rather than London rates.