DPH Legal is a firm of solicitors practicing employment law in Reading. We are an employment law practice advising employees and employers. We provide advice on the full range of employment law issues.
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At DPH Legal our legal team specialise in employment law and only employment law. We believe that when individuals or businesses seek employment law advice it is essential that they speak to a specialist to ensure they receive the best quality service. Employment law is perhaps the most fast moving area of the law and for that reason you should take take expert advice regardless of the nature of the workplace dispute.
We have extensive experience of providing advice and representation in all areas of employment law. We provide this advice on a daily basis both to individuals and businesses and therefore have experience of advising on both sides of the equation.
The pages in the drop down menus above provide free and useful information on employment law in general and give details of our specific areas of expertise.
These are some of the areas we can advise on, but rest assured that we cover the full range of all employment related matters.
Settlement Agreements
Unfair dismissal (including constructive unfair dismissal)
Discrimination
Redundancy
Workplace grievances,
TUPE transfers
Maternity and paternity leave
Flexible working
Unlawful deductions from wages
Breach of contract
Employment Tribunal or High Court litigation
We have extensive experience of providing advice and representation in all areas of employment law. We provide this advice on a daily basis both to individuals and businesses and therefore have experience of advising on both sides of the equation.
The pages in the drop down menus above provide free and useful information on employment law in general and give details of our specific areas of expertise.
These are some of the areas we can advise on, but rest assured that we cover the full range of all employment related matters.
Settlement Agreements
Unfair dismissal (including constructive unfair dismissal)
Discrimination
Redundancy
Workplace grievances,
TUPE transfers
Maternity and paternity leave
Flexible working
Unlawful deductions from wages
Breach of contract
Employment Tribunal or High Court litigation
DPH Legal is a firm of innovative niche employment law solicitors in Reading, Berkshire, RG1. DPH Legal's main legal office is located in Reading with expert legal advice also available throughout the Thames Valley as well as Bristol, High Wycombe, Oxford, and Swindon. Our firm of solicitors are committed to providing a higher level of legal expertise than is available at larger more recognisable law firms. The ethos at our law firm is a commitment to an exceptional client experience at an affordable rate.
David is the managing partner and founder of Reading employment solicitors DPH Legal. He qualified in 2003 and has specialised in employment law throughout his career. As an employment law solicitor, David has an extensive employer client base ranging from small owner managed businesses to plcs, however, he also advises executives on the full spectrum of employment law issues.
Originally from Belfast where he obtained his LLB undergraduate degree, John moved to Cardiff in 2008 to complete his Legal Practice Course and lived in South Wales for approximately seven years before relocating to the Berkshire area in 2015. John qualified as a solicitor in 2012 and obtained a broad range of experience in employment law, working for a firm based in Cardiff, followed by a larger practice based in West London.
Reviews (23)
Anastasija Mille
Jun 15, 2022
Will do bare minimum for you and charge you 3, 000. When I contacted company, I was told price for their services for a certain work won't exceed 1, 500, therefore I agreed to work with them, but at the end had to pay double of what I expected to pay. I highly recommend to work only with companies that offers fixed price for their services and DPH Legal isn't one of them.
Mihail I. L.
Jun 13, 2022
Anastasija M.
May 30, 2022
Piano Passion
Mar 22, 2022
Matthew Jarvis
Dec 22, 2021
James Frith
Nov 26, 2021
I instructed Mark Lafferty at a time which was particularly difficult for me professionally and personally. I needed to find a lawyer that spoke in plain English but was able to deal with complex matters in an empathetic manner. Mark was that person. I cannot recommend Mark or the firm DPH Legal highly enough. My employer acted in an extremely aggressive manner towards me and they were not particularly easy to negotiate with.
They initially refused to change their position but eventually they relented. Mark dealt with the case from beginning to end in a calm and efficient way and put me at ease even when at one stage it seemed as if there would not be an amicable resolution to the dispute. DPH responded to my calls and emails quickly and efficiently and at no stage did I feel that I was alone.
They were always there to support me. Thank you DPH Legal and in particular to Mark, Denise and the team for helping me though this difficult time. Please rest assured that I wont hesitate to pass on your contact details to others who find themselves in a similar predicament to me. Thanks again!
They initially refused to change their position but eventually they relented. Mark dealt with the case from beginning to end in a calm and efficient way and put me at ease even when at one stage it seemed as if there would not be an amicable resolution to the dispute. DPH responded to my calls and emails quickly and efficiently and at no stage did I feel that I was alone.
They were always there to support me. Thank you DPH Legal and in particular to Mark, Denise and the team for helping me though this difficult time. Please rest assured that I wont hesitate to pass on your contact details to others who find themselves in a similar predicament to me. Thanks again!
Stu Pot
Nov 26, 2021
MarkR
Nov 20, 2021
Thomas Waller
Nov 18, 2021
I used DPH Legal for a very complex employment law problem. Before contacting DPH Legal I had shopped around but didn't feel comfortable with other firms who didn't seem interested and were pretty unresponsive. From the start, Sarah was supportive and helpful and clearly knew her stuff. This put me at ease right away. Even though my issues were complicated Sarah explained things in simple terms and seemed completely unfazed by the very aggressive approach taken by the other party.
I was glad to have her on my side and this really took the stress out of the situation. Sarah was polite and responsive and a real safe pair of hands. Overall, very happy with the service and outcome.
I was glad to have her on my side and this really took the stress out of the situation. Sarah was polite and responsive and a real safe pair of hands. Overall, very happy with the service and outcome.
Brenda R.
Aug 25, 2021
M.
Aug 13, 2021
I contacted John McConkey whilst going through a terrible time at work and also being mid way through my pregnancy. John was supportive and informative through the whole process. He also was on hand as and when I needed him to be, which was great as my complex case became very fast moving. I am satisfied with the outcome and wouldn't hesitate in recommending John to anyone going through a similar situation
Stainless Steel
Jul 10, 2021
I approached DPH legal after seeing good reviews online but my experience was not that great. They do not seem to have any concept of customer services. I was even threatened for a litigation in case of leaving them a bad review and that is when it occurred to me, why I could not find any bad reviews about them online? Unfortunately, it was too late for me!
I found it very hard to make myself heard or even get my point across. There were so many mistakes made in drafting the documents, I was sent somebody else's documents by mistake and occasionally some documents were missed from sending on to the other party. This was my first ever experience on employment matters and I was hoping to receive a quality service after agreeing to pay very high rates. But I was disappointed is to say the least.
I found it very hard to make myself heard or even get my point across. There were so many mistakes made in drafting the documents, I was sent somebody else's documents by mistake and occasionally some documents were missed from sending on to the other party. This was my first ever experience on employment matters and I was hoping to receive a quality service after agreeing to pay very high rates. But I was disappointed is to say the least.
Paddy Gogin
Mar 07, 2021
Sian-Rene Vosloo
Sep 23, 2020
Rick
Aug 23, 2020
Greg Martin
Jun 05, 2020
Agnes Niciejewska
Jan 24, 2017
Dph legal's service was second to none. David Harris was very professional, knowledgeable and supportive. He took his time to fully understand my circumstances and provided me with clear and realistic advice. David also guided me through the whole process and kept me fully updated. I appreciated his responsiveness, professionalism and expertise. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend David and his team to anyone in need of advice on employment matters.
Beatrice Dear
Russell Sayer
dph legal dealt with my case absolutely brilliantly. Was massively stressful until I got in touch with them (on a recommendation from a friend), very pleased I did. From that point on I knew exactly what my options were, and exactly how best to proceed to get the best possible outcome. I was able to hand it all over for them to sort out, which they did.
Communication was first class, I was always immediately updated and kept constantly in the picture, and ended up with a better settlement that I had thought possible. Extremely grateful to dph legal and as you can probably tell, I highly recommend David and his team.
Communication was first class, I was always immediately updated and kept constantly in the picture, and ended up with a better settlement that I had thought possible. Extremely grateful to dph legal and as you can probably tell, I highly recommend David and his team.
Alan Meikle
dph legal provided a fantastic service for me. They were extremely professional and explained all possible options for my circumstance. dph legal were immediately on hand in the first instance and were very quick to respond to any queries I had during the process. I was glad to have dph legal on board early as this took away any fears I had. I would not hesitate to recommend dph legal.
Anne Jacobs
Extremely clear and helpful advice from David Harris and his assistant Denise. They always acted quickly and followed through in double quick time. I would really recommend this firm for a trustworthy, fair, clear and efficient service. They deliver and thoroughly deserve 5 stars on every point of contact I've had with them.
Louise Nightingale
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