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New partner hire Anita Vadgama in the news
Our recent announcement that Anita Vadgama has joined the Constantine Law team has been picked up by the legal press: Law 360 (£): The Revolving Door: Weil Bags A&O Global Finance Co-Head - Law360 New Law Journal https://www.newlawjournal.co.uk/content/constantine-law-anita-vadgama Solicitors Journal: Constantine Law expands with senior partner Business in the news: Constantine Law Continues Growth Strategy with Senior Partner Appointment - Business in the News Employer News
Jun 30


Thoughts on a Burnham administration - John Hayes quoted in Solicitors Journal and Personnel Today
Managing Partner, John Hayes' thoughts on the possible direction of travel for employment law under a government led by Andy Burnham have been picked up by the press. John's believes that a Burnham-led government may signal a more “interventionist” approach to workplace regulation, but that this must be balanced against the need to drive economic growth and maintain labour market flexibility. John urges employers to have their voices heard by engaging with the consultation on
Jun 22


New partner hire: Anita Vadgama, former didlaw partner and Head of Litigation joins Constantine Law
New senior partner hire at consultant-led employment /regulatory law firm takes number of specialist employment partners to 13. Anita Vadgama PRESS RELEASE: 22nd June 2026 Constantine Law, the ranked (Chambers and Legal 500) consultant-led “agile” employment and regulatory specialist law firm has recruited another new senior partner to its growing employment team: Anita Vadgama, former Head of Litigation at didlaw, has joined the firm. Anita said, “I’m delighted to be joi
Jun 22


Constantine Law recognised in Doyles Guide
We are delighted to share that Constantine Law has been recommended by Doyles Guide as a Leading Employer-focused London Employment Law Firm 2026, with two of our partners also obtaining personal rankings. Employment partner, Will Clayton, has been recognised once again and is now ranked as a Leading Lawyer across both Employer Representation and Employee representation categories. Having secured a huge seven-figure settlement in a discrimination case last year, Will's repu
May 12


New partner hires mentioned in legal press
Last week's announcement of our two new partner hires, James Baker and Julie Goodway has been picked up by the legal press. Read more below: Constantine Law expands with new hires - Solicitors Journal https://www.newlawjournal.co.uk/content/constantine-law-james-baker-julie-goodway https://employernews.co.uk/news/james-baker-head-of-employment-at-lee-thompson-and-julie-goodway-from-thomas-mansfield-solicitors-join-constantine-law/
Apr 13


New partner hires - James Baker and Julie Goodway join Constantine Law
James Baker, Head of Employment at Lee & Thompson and Julie Goodway from Thomas Mansfield Solicitors join Constantine Law Two new senior partner hires at consultant led employment /regulatory law firm take number of specialist employment partners to 12. PRESS RELEASE 1 st April 2026: Constantine Law, the ranked (Chambers and Legal 500) consultant-led “agile” employment and regulatory specialist law firm has recruited two new partners to its growing employment team: James
Apr 1


Employment law changes for April 2026
April is always a busy month for employment law with new minimum payment rates and legislative changes. April 2026 is no exception. Some of the initial provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 ( ERA ) will come into force in April, together with the annual increase in minimum rates of pay. Further there will be an increase in immigration fees. We have updated our ERA tracker, as the timetable for implementation has shifted – see below. Below is an overview of the chan
Mar 26


ERA 2025 - new consultations launched
Ahead of the implementation of key provisions of the ERA 2025, the Government is consulting with business and key stakeholders, to help shape the finer detail of the Act. The Government has announced the latest of those consultations, relating to: industrial action detriment; and collective redundancy. We recognise the importance of these consultations to our client base and therefore urge you to get involved . This is your opportunity to have your voice heard and to h
Feb 27


2026 - the year ahead in employment law
With the Employment Rights Act finally gaining Royal Assent in December 2025, we take a look at what's in store for employment law in 2026. Our updated tracker highlights some of the key changes for 2026: April 2026 New pay rates: Each April new statutory minimum rates apply for the year ahead. From 1 April 2026, minimum pay rates per hour will increase to: · National Living Wage: o 21 and over - £12.71 – 4.1% increase (or £977 increase per year for full time staff o
Jan 8
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