Marie Walsh
Solicitor
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Director
SRA ID: 199630
Marie is a shareholder and director in the firm and heads up the Employment team.
As an Employment Lawyer with over 19 years’ experience, Marie works closely with clients to provide straight-forward, practical and commercial advice on a wide variety of employment issues. This includes advice in relation to recruitment, service agreements, executive terminations, discrimination, TUPE and outsourcing, redundancy and change management, restrictive covenants, and complex grievance complaints. Marie also advises individuals as to their rights in relation to unfair dismissal and discrimination matters with a specialism in whistleblowing claims. She acts privately and under the terms of various insurance policies.
Marie is a qualified workplace mediator and she has represented clients in a number of high profile litigated matters such as contractual disputes, claims for unfair dismissal, discrimination and whistleblowing. She has also conducted litigation matters in the Appellate Courts and has experience of ACAS, judicial mediations and negotiating settlement agreements.
She regularly gives training and talks and contributes to the press. She is a member of the CIPD and the regional chair for Skipton, a director of Leeds Law Society and the access to justice subcommittee. Marie is also the Regional Employment Lawyers Association representative for Yorkshire and the Humber.
Finally, Marie is a visiting lecturer at BPP law School in Leeds
4 Park Place, LS1 2RU
Licensed for 23 years
Practice Areas
Employment
Employment Advice
Marie & Kieran offered timely, professional and practical advice that allowed quick and effective resolution to my employment issues. Would definitely recommend to others in the same situation.
Lawyer named in this review: Marie Walsh
A representative from Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd responded to this review on 14 October, 2024
Thank you for your recommendation. We’re glad Marie and Kieran could provide you with timely and effective support.
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Settlement Agreement
I cannot fault the service received with what has been a challenging work matter. Marie & Kieron, supported by Laura & Isabel, have provided excellent & expert advice, challenged the agreement to get the best outcome for me & have ensured the matter has been resolved quickly with no stress.
Lawyer named in this review: Marie Walsh
A representative from Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd responded to this review on 11 July, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad that Marie could help resolve your employment matter smoothly. Best regards, Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd
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Dispute Resolution
The team have been very supportive and Marie has given great advice and support in a very professional way. This was a great help. Thank you.
Lawyer named in this review: Marie Walsh
A representative from Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd responded to this review on 23 May, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We greatly appreciate your kind words regarding the support and advice provided by Marie and our team. We are committed to delivering professional and supportive service to all our clients. We are pleased that Marie's guidance was helpful to you.
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Employment advice
The team were extremely helpful in offering great advice and helped every step of the way. The responses were very quick and the matter was dealt with no delay. I would highly recommend to anyone needing help with their employer. Isabel Kerr was fantastic in ensuring everything was dealt with in the absence of a colleague and I believe a real asset to the company.
Thanks again!
Lawyer named in this review: Marie Walsh
A representative from Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd responded to this review on 22 April, 2024
Thank you, Tom! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our team, especially Isabel Kerr, in handling your employment matter. Your recommendation means a lot to us! Best Regards, Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd
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Outstanding Employment advice
I never thought I would find myself in the situation I was in and Marie has been absolutely fantastic, I cannot thank her enough. Really strong technical knowledge of employment law and settlement experience, coupled with a friendly and down to earth manner, I knew after our first call that she was the right person for me. Marie went out of her way to resolve matters to tight deadlines, when my Employers were putting the pressure on. She was also able to put different perspectives forward, so I could fully understand what was happening and what options I had to consider.
Marie was 100% committed, even finalising things over the Christmas period, which I really didn't expect her to do, yet she went above and beyond to get things resolved so I could have closure and move on from an awful situation.
Very different from other Solicitors I have experienced, Marie didn't rush converstaions, making you feel like you are paying by the minute. She was always lovely and friendly, caring, compassionate and personable. She was also tough when needed, able to challenge and was a strong negotiator. I strongly recommend Marie if you are looking for an Employment Lawyer.
Lawyer named in this review: Marie Walsh
A representative from Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd responded to this review on 09 January, 2024
Thank you for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled Marie provided exceptional support through her strong expertise and compassionate approach. Your acknowledgment of her dedication, technical knowledge, and commitment means a lot to us. We're delighted to have assisted you during a challenging time and helped achieve closure. Should you ever need further assistance or guidance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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First class advice and support
The advice and care I received from start to finish was excellent. I felt I was in safe hands at every point of the process and had complete confidence in my lawyer and her team to deliver the best possible outcome.
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Employment law matter
Marie Walsh and the rest of the team have been excellent in dealing with my employment matter. I can't thank them enough for their professionalism and the efficient manner that they dealt with me.
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Excellent service and support
I can't recommend Consilia Legal Leeds Ltd enough. Friendly and kind during a challenging time. Excellent advice, knowledge, support and communication throughout my entire case and work situation. Thank you to Marie and the whole team at Consilia Legal.
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Employment advice
Marie Walsh and Kieran Conlon were a pleasure to work with. Very proactive in their response to my matter and extremely clear in explaining everything. I'd highly recommend and would certainly use again in the future.
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Excellent professional advice
Marie , Andy and their team provided a responsive, sensible and effective service.
I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
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