Helen Phillips

Consultant | Solicitor

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What clients say...

"Helen Phillips is one of the most quickest and reliable solicitor. Super grateful that she handled my whole situation with such ease and made me stress free! Wishing her the best! "

"I had an urgent requirement for an employment solicitor to verify a termination agreement. After one phone call I met Helen, and one video meeting later the task was completed. Helen is a great communicator, explaining the various laws and regulations in a very simple language, and is an expert in her field."

"I was delighted to work with Helen Phillips of Just Employment Solicitors at a turning point in my career when I needed advice. The advice was very helpful and answered all the questions I had in a prompt and easy manner. I would not hesitate to work with her or the group in the future."

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Helen is an employment law specialist with over 15 years’ experience advising exclusively in this area.

She supports both individuals and SMEs across the full spectrum of employment law, combining technical expertise with a practical and commercially aware approach. 


Helen recognises that employment issues often arise at challenging and sensitive times for clients. She is committed to providing clear, pragmatic advice in a calm and supportive manner, ensuring clients feel informed and reassured throughout the process. Her aim is not only to provide robust legal advice, but also to help clients reach practical and -lasting solutions. 


Helen has developed strong, long-standing relationships with many of her SME clients, several of whom she has advised throughout her career. She regularly advises businesses on the full range of employment matters, including redundancies, sickness absence management and managed exits. 


Helen also has a particular interest in issues relating to neurodiversity in the workplace. She has experience advising both employers and individuals on disputes and claims arising in this area, including both bringing and defending such claims. 


Outside of work, Helen is kept busy with her young family.

Insights from Helen

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Did the use of NHS changing room by transgender woman give rise to claims for harassment and/or indirect discrimination?

February 3, 2026
Did the use of NHS changing room by transgender woman give rise to claims for harassment and/or indirect discrimination?
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Tribunal ruling puts ‘up or out’ employment policies under scrutiny

February 3, 2026
The appeal judgment criticised the original tribunal’s handling of both disability and justification issues. The judgment indicates that employers making dismissals based on assessment of readiness for promotion, without the employee having carried out the work for the role above, will struggle to show that decision is
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Ms Sanju Pal succeeds in appeal against Accenture at the Employment Appeal Tribunal

January 19, 2026
Ms Sanju Pal succeeds in appeal against Accenture at the Employment Appeal Tribunal – Tribunal’s reasoning on disability discrimination due to endometriosis was “wholly inadequate” and the decision could not stand
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Non-binary identity does not give rise to the protected characteristic of gender reassignment

December 18, 2025
A tribunal ruled non-binary identity does not amount to gender reassignment. Learn the legal reasoning and workplace implications with Kilgannon Law.
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The dismissal of a cleaner employed in two jobs working 17 hour days was fair

December 11, 2025
A tribunal has held that the dismissal of a cleaner working two jobs and 17-hour days was fair. Learn why the decision was upheld, the key factors considered, and what this means for employers managing fatigue and safety risks.
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Assurances by CEO bind Company to extend share options post-employment

December 10, 2025
Understand how employee share options work, the different types available, and their tax implications. Learn how share schemes can reward staff, attract talent, and support business growth.
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ACAS Early Conciliation: Why more time may not be the best healer

By Dominic Holmes • November 10, 2025
From 1 December 2025, ACAS early conciliation will double to 12 weeks. Discover what this change means, how it affects tribunal time limits and backlogs, and why more time may not always benefit employees or employers.
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Sanju Pal v Accenture UK Ltd - An appeal on endometriosis and the corporate consulting model - Category A in the Employment Appeal Tribunal on 9 and 10 December 2025

By GERARD AIREY • September 1, 2025
Analysis of Sanju Pal v Accenture UK Ltd: appeal on endometriosis, consulting model, and Category A classification in the EAT, 9–10 Dec 2025.
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National Living Wage and Minimum Wage - Rate Changes

March 31, 2025
A full time employee that is over 21 will soon be earning nearly £24,000 per annum which could mean that more employees are close to the minimum wage. Having an employee working close to the minimum wage poses risks to businesses. For example, if an employee works any overtime, they may then fall below the minimum wage.
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Essential Steps to Navigate New UK Employment Laws: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment

January 13, 2025
Kilgannon & Partners outlines key steps to comply with the new UK duty to prevent workplace sexual harassment. Services include risk assessments, policy updates, staff training, and confidential reporting. Contact us for support.