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Biography
I advise on workplace issues where the legal, commercial and personal stakes are high. From senior exits and disciplinary processes to restructures, Tribunal claims and discrimination issues, I help clients navigate difficult situations with clarity, confidence and a firm grasp of risk.
I am an Associate based in our Bishop’s Stortford office. My work covers a broad range of employment law matters, including grievances, settlement agreements, redundancy exercises, TUPE transfers and Employment Tribunal litigation. I act in claims involving unfair dismissal, breach of contract and discrimination under the Equality Act 2010, including sex, race, disability and maternity-related claims.
I have also been involved in high-profile and appellate-level litigation, including Cartamundi UK Ltd v Worboyes in the Employment Appeal Tribunal and S Pointer v Brixworth Parish Council, a disability discrimination first instance matter concerning accessibility support for a visually impaired councillor.
Since qualifying in 2008, I have advised clients across London, Essex and Hertfordshire. I am also an Associate Member of the CIPD, which means I bring HR-informed insight as well as legal expertise to the advice I give.
Clients appreciate my calm judgement, responsiveness and commercially focused approach, particularly when matters are sensitive or fast-moving.
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Outside work, I am kept busy by two children and four dogs, with Pilates and running providing balance.
Testimonials:
“The knowledge and expertise behind the advice provided by Ola McGhee of Tees Law was exceptional. I was very confident that we were navigating a delicate and complex process in a professional way. The outcome was perfect, achieving what we needed at the time we needed. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending very highly Ola and her colleagues at TEES Law.” Neil Burbidge
“I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything.
From watching your videos I felt I’d found the right person to support me through this and I genuinely couldn’t recommend your services enough. You’ve taken such a huge weight off my shoulders, given me clarity at times when I felt extremely confused and overwhelmed by the process and ultimately helped me reach an outcome that I’m happy with.
I really appreciate your guidance, patience and support throughout. Thank you again for everything you’ve done!” Jaël Makelemi
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