A ruling that fees for people bringing employment tribunal claims are unlawful could be “very bad news for employers” according to a Dorset solicitor. In a unanimous judgement, the Supreme Court decided fees of up £1,200 introduced in 2013 to reduce the number of malicious and weak cases should be halted. Following the ruling, the Ministry of Justice said the … Read More
New BDLS President to focus on promoting youth talent
The new President of Bournemouth & District Law Society (BDLS) says promoting young talent will be the main focus of his year in office. Nigel Smith, Managing Partner of Dorset and New Forest law firm Ellis Jones Solicitors, was elected at the annual meeting, held at Bournemouth’s Carlton Hotel. The new Senior Vice President is Edward Holmes of Forest Edge … Read More
Law firm hits the target with archery sponsorship
A South coast law firm has added another string to its bow by sponsoring a top archer. Ellis Jones Solicitors is backing Andrew Rycroft who has hit the bullseye with numerous wins and placings at events across the UK. The 57-year-old, who also happens to be Ellis Jones’ Systems Administrator, is the holder of three county records in Dorset. He … Read More
Students and apprentices bridge the gap
Apprentices inspired the next generation when Dorset’s pioneering Young Chamber Programme was launched at the Avonbourne Trust in Bournemouth. They gave more than 50 students from the trust’s Avonbourne Sixth Form, Avonbourne College and Harewood College an insight into the world of work. Former student Lauren Moss, 19, now working at investment banking giant JP Morgan, was among the apprentices … Read More