Kerry Gardiner

General information

Kerry is a specialist employment law barrister based in Bristol.

Kerry is known for her honest and pragmatic approach. She enjoys fostering long-term relationships with clients and endeavours to be on hand as an extension to her clients’ resources when needed. She is proactive, assisting her clients in avoiding costly and time-consuming disputes later down the line. Kerry is commended for her strong analytical skills, which prove invaluable to clients, particularly when reacting to unforeseen issues that need a speedy resolution.

You can instruct Kerry to assist with all your employment legal needs including:

• Advice on the law, HR issues, the strengths and weaknesses of your case and procedures (in writing or in person);
• Drafting documents including correspondence, court documents, contracts and policies;
• Representation at tribunal and court hearings, other hearings, meetings and negotiations;
• Conducting disciplinary and grievance investigations and hearings;
• Advising on settlement agreements;
• Training on all aspects of employment law which can be tailored to your individual requirements.

Kerry regularly advises clients on:

• Conducting disciplinary and grievances;
• Complaints of discrimination and harassment;
• Constructive and unfair dismissal;
• Redundancies and restructures;
• Contracts of employment;
• Restrictive covenants;
• Absence and ill health;
• Whistleblowing allegations and complaints;
• Transfer of undertakings;
• Holiday pay;
• Shared parental leave;
• Maternity, paternity and adoption rights;
• Flexible working;
• Employment tribunal procedure.

Kerry is recognised in the Legal 500 as one of the leading juniors on the Western Circuit:

“A pure employment specialist” Legal 500 2016

"She has sharp analytical skills" Legal 500 2015

"A dependable employment specialist" Legal 500 2014