Gillian Patch
Solicitor - Principal Solicitor
SRA ID: 341830
Gillian is a specialist employment solicitor with extensive experience advising both employers and employees. She founded Patch Law in 2012 after working both in private practice and for the Manufacturers’ Organisation EEF, where she provided advice to a broad range of businesses from SMEs to blue chip companies. Clients appreciate her understanding of the wider business context which is enhanced through her broad legal background. Gillian’s experience includes commercial law, commercial dispute resolution and civil litigation. Prior to becoming a solicitor, Gillian ran a busy commercial department within a university, with responsibility for employed staff, freelancers and volunteers. She understands, from direct experience, the employer’s perspective and the need to focus on commercial solutions. Gillian is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for her clients, and for making the process as comfortable as possible. Clients value her clear and down-to-earth style and her focus on achieving positive results. She also holds an MBA with Distinction and is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association. Outside of work she unwinds by singing with a choir and going for walks with her fun-loving labradoodle.
Station Road, Warmley, BS30 8XG
Licensed for 19 years
Practice Areas
Employment
- Employment 100%
4 Client Reviews
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About Gillian Patch
Gillian is a specialist employment solicitor with extensive experience advising both employers and employees. She founded Patch Law in 2012 after working both in private practice and for the Manufacturers’ Organisation EEF, where she provided advice to a broad range of businesses from SMEs to blue chip companies. Clients appreciate her understanding of the wider business context which is enhanced through her broad legal background. Gillian’s experience includes commercial law, commercial dispute resolution and civil litigation. Prior to becoming a solicitor, Gillian ran a busy commercial department within a university, with responsibility for employed staff, freelancers and volunteers. She understands, from direct experience, the employer’s perspective and the need to focus on commercial solutions. Gillian is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for her clients, and for making the process as comfortable as possible. Clients value her clear and down-to-earth style and her focus on achieving positive results. She also holds an MBA with Distinction and is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association. Outside of work she unwinds by singing with a choir and going for walks with her fun-loving labradoodle.
Languages Spoken: English
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Status
Acquired
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United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/11/05
21/06/22
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Patch Law
?-present
Excellent service
Had a great service from Gillian and her team at Patch law, a very quick response and was kept informed every step of the way, excellent!!
Lawyer named in this review: Gillian Patch
A representative from Patch Law responded to this review on 31 July, 2023
Thank you for the excellent review, Steve. We're glad you had a great experience with Gillian and her team at Patch Law. If you have any more questions or need assistance, feel free to contact us. Your satisfaction is our priority.
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A Great Outcome
An exellent result, which I would not have achieved without your help. Thank you once again to Gillian Patch and Alexandra Weston and your team.
Lawyer named in this review: Gillian Patch
A representative from Patch Law responded to this review on 13 January, 2023
Thank you for your excellent review, Trudy. We are so pleased that you were happy with the service Gillian, Alexandra & the team provided. Your feedback is most appreciated.
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Extremely knowledgeable & good at complex negotiations
I am Bristol based, so I hired PatchLaw as they are local to me.
I used them twice; once when I was an employee going through a grievance claim against my employer and again when I was an employer and had a contractual issue with an ex-employee in my new company.
I found both Gillian & Sonia to be extremely knowledgeable and their advice & experience in these difficult negotiations was invaluable.
Additionally, they helped me strengthen my employee contracts, so that if I sell my company, these contracts pass due-diligence and they helped me clawback costs from the ex-employee, which covered their fees.
I am extremely grateful for their help and support, and I can now focus on growing my business and not have to worry about ex-employee issues.
Thanks again!
Phil.
Lawyer named in this review: Gillian Patch
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Friendly Srrvice
Although we didn’t get the outcome we hope for, I was given expert and positive advice. Employment law is very tied up in a pretty bow on the side of the employer from my experience. Patch Law were very clear and transparent all the way through my journey. I would highly recommend Patch Law if you have a grievance with your current or previous employer. Don’t let them get away with their misconduct or discrimination.
Thanks Gillian for all your hard work. Kindest regards
Keren Painter.
Lawyer named in this review: Gillian Patch
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