Lisa Downey
Chartered Legal Executive
Lisa is a Chartered Legal Executive in our Employment Law team. She is experienced in: drafting contracts of employment and staff handbook policies advising on capability, sickness and performance management issues advising on redundancy and restructuring procedures, including TUPE advising on grievance and dismissal procedures preparing and advising settlement agreements and COT3 agreements, as well as assisting with settlement negotiations dealing with employment tribunal claims. Lisa historically advised businesses on delivering their growth ambitions, with a focus on people development and analysing the dynamics between how employees interact with each other and the business. Since pursuing a career in law, Lisa has experience working with a variety of businesses and individuals on a wide range of employment law and HR services. Lisa is a member of CILEx. Lisa takes a pragmatic approach to guiding employers and employees through the complexities of HR and employment law issues. Lisa takes the time to understand the needs of her clients in order to advise them in the best possible way which is commercial, cost-effective and tailored to their needs. Lisa enjoys working in employment law, as unlike some other areas, it has a uniquely human quality to it. Outside of work, Lisa has two young children and enjoys time with her family.
Chequers House, 77-81 Newmarket Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 8EU
She is an experienced Chartered Legal Executive who is able to assist you
Practice Areas
Employment
- Employment 100%
3 Client Reviews
Overall experience
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About Lisa Downey
Lisa is a Chartered Legal Executive in our Employment Law team. She is experienced in: drafting contracts of employment and staff handbook policies advising on capability, sickness and performance management issues advising on redundancy and restructuring procedures, including TUPE advising on grievance and dismissal procedures preparing and advising settlement agreements and COT3 agreements, as well as assisting with settlement negotiations dealing with employment tribunal claims. Lisa historically advised businesses on delivering their growth ambitions, with a focus on people development and analysing the dynamics between how employees interact with each other and the business. Since pursuing a career in law, Lisa has experience working with a variety of businesses and individuals on a wide range of employment law and HR services. Lisa is a member of CILEx. Lisa takes a pragmatic approach to guiding employers and employees through the complexities of HR and employment law issues. Lisa takes the time to understand the needs of her clients in order to advise them in the best possible way which is commercial, cost-effective and tailored to their needs. Lisa enjoys working in employment law, as unlike some other areas, it has a uniquely human quality to it. Outside of work, Lisa has two young children and enjoys time with her family.
Languages Spoken: English
Contact Lisa Downey
Address
Ashtons Legal LLP
Chequers House
77-81 Newmarket Road
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
CB5 8EU
Phone 01223 431216
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Chartered Legal Executive
Ashtons Legal LLP
2024-present
Very supportive and fast
Lisa was very supportive and worked at pace to support me.
Lawyer named in this review: Lisa Downey
A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 01 November, 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Employment law service
Lisa was incredibly helpful with my settlement negotiation; she made the detail easy to understand and gave me fantastic advice. Her knowledge and clarity gave me the confidence to successfully negotiate the settlement.
Lawyer named in this review: Lisa Downey
A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 23 July, 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Very experienced
Lisa is very experienced in the legal industry. I cannot thank her enough for her professionalism and knowledge in law. Would recommend her expertise.
Lawyer named in this review: Lisa Downey
A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 20 May, 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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