Liam Pike, Partner
I have over 22 years experience of employment law, 19 years of which are post qualification. I have had care and conduct of hundreds of employment tribunal cases for both employer and employee.
I have practised employment law since 2002. Since 2005 I have handled hundreds of Settlement Agreements ranging (unusually) from the employee paying money to their employer to employers paying six figure settlements to departing senior executives of international companies and listed companies.
I have handled Employment Tribunal cases in employment law jurisdictions including unfair dismissal, breach of contract, TUPE, redundancy pay, protective award, discrimination and deductions from wages.
I have acted in claims for multiple Claimants and in claims against multiple Claimants including a Trade Union. I have also obtained a £5,000.00 costs award for an employer in an employment tribunal claim on the basis of the Claimant’s unreasonable conduct and 4 costs awards against Respondents – two of which were represented by Peninsula and one represented by a firm of solicitors.
I have a particular interest in high value settlement agreements and TUPE work not just before the employment tribunal but also at the contract negotiation stage, including drafting indemnities and warranties for blue chip clients on service provision changeovers and advising on all employment related aspects of sales and purchases including management buy outs. I have also advised clients on the TUPE implications of purchasing assets and goodwill from insolvent companies and their insolvency practitioners.
Career
I started my Employment Law career as an Employment Law Consultant and Helpline Manager for a national employment law consultancy from 2002-2003 advising companies on a wide range of employment related issues. I qualified as a solicitor in February 2005 after having my training contract reduced by six months for good behaviour and joined PJH Law as an Assistant Solicitor.
I was promoted to Associate Solicitor in 2007 and to Partner in 2023. In my time at PJH I have conducted advocacy for clients at full hearings before Employment Tribunals nationwide and before the Employment Appeal Tribunal (including in two reported cases) and was instructed by the Claimant in Mercy v Northgate HR in the Court of Appeal.
Outside Activities
I enjoy performance dinghy racing including competing at National, European and World Championships, windsurfing, kayaking (white water and flat water), canoeing, scuba diving, photography, computers and DIY. In 2015 I completed a self-build project and now live in that house.
I am also involved in teaching water sports in my spare time and I am qualified as RYA senior dinghy instructor, advanced instructor, race coach, windsurfing instructor and kayak coach.
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Qualifications
I studied GCSEs and A/AS levels at the King’s School, Peterborough before graduating with an LLB (Hons) law degree from De Montfort University in Leicester in 2001 followed by a Distinction on the LPC part time in 2003
Client testimonials
“Liam was thorough, calm, and immensely supportive. This enabled me to negotiate a good exit – both compensation and timing.”
“I wanted to thank you for PJH Law’s exceptional service and attention during a case that you have been handling for us for over a year now. I was recommended PJH Law and specifically Liam Pike from a previous experience a legal colleague had with him on another case.
I have dealt with several employment cases that have turned into legal proceeding over my c25 years in business. I have to say, Liam is the best employment lawyer I have worked with. Although due to Covid-19, we have actually never met in person, he’s been engaging, friendly and most importantly, detail-focused, and his advice has been spot on throughout. And I really do mean, spot on!! This was an emotional case and not easier to deal with as a result. However, Liam really did well to progress and settle the case for a very favourable sum too, my Partner and I will be forever grateful to PJH Law and Liam for this result. 10/10.”
“Exceptional service, timely responses, excellent advice and significant support throughout.”
“Liam understood my situation perfectly, offered me a number of options and we put to bed quickly a process that could have lasted weeks. Grateful for the service from Liam and PJH Law.”
“PJH law and Liam were fantastic throughout my time with them and they achieved the best result possible and, I could never have done it by myself. You have to trust the people who know their business and PJH fits those requirements.”
“I was put at risk of redundancy by my employer. I could see it happening and felt I had been treated unfairly leading up to the event. I contacted PJHLAW, having used their services previously because they specialise in employment law. I talked through my situation with Liam, which was very stressful at the time, and he advised me very clearly where I had/did not have a case for unfair dismissal.”
“Through his thorough advice and help, I secured much more favourable leaving terms.”
“This would not have happened had I not called upon PJHLAW’s services. I was very relieved and pleased with the outcome, and recommend them to my friends and colleagues. Their number is in my phone book!”
“I cannot praise Liam highly enough, he dealt with my situation professionally and with a great deal of understanding. I would not hesitate to recommend this company for any legal matter.”
“My case was handled very professionally and sensitively by an expert lawyer with exceptional communication skills. I would recommend and have recommended PJH Law to anyone needing employment law advice.”
“I was so impressed with PJH at every step. Liam was patient and explained everything in detail, but wasn’t in the slightest condescending at any time which meant I was never embarrassed to ask even the silliest of questions. Correspondence was quick and simple and Liam was super responsive. He helped get me an outcome I was happy with what seemed like a pretty hopeless position. I would recommend PJH to anyone looking for help (in fact I already have!)”
“A very caring and sensitive Solicitor who places clients at ease yet is extremely knowledgable of Employment Law. Achieves very good results and objectives for each of his clients. Liam has very high standards and very strict codes of ethics that he places on his professional and private matters.”
“When I worked at Siemens Enterprise Communications Ltd, PJH Law provided legal expertise on a number of high profile major projects. Liam applied his detailed legal knowledge to the business issues and provided pragmatic and practical solutions in a very timely and efficient manner. He is very skilled at explaining complex legal issues with ease, and I strongly recommend his services.”
“I am very happy with the professional service I received and I would highly recommend them.”
“Very straight forward and clear advise, combining both commercial and legal perspective.”
“I am very happy with the support received from Liam Pike. The final agreement with the counterpart has been reached without unnecessary dispute and with an acceptable outcome. Thank you.”
“I have had an excellent experience working with PJH Law. Liam’s advice was extremely clear and was tenacious in achieving a very positive outcome. I would recommend the firm for any employment situation.”
“Liam was very well informed and very tolerant of my lack of knowledge. Thank you.”
“I was pleased with the service I received – the matter was concluded efficiently and to my satisfaction.”
“Liam was very well informed and very tolerant of my lack of knowledge. Thank you.”
“Liam did a great job, keeping me well informed and advising me on the best steps to take! I truly appreciate all of his help.”
“Simply excellent! I have needed to use PJH twice and both times dealt with,Liam.
Both times his sound advice helped me reach a satisfactory outcome.
The advice is always clear, concise,patient and focused delivered in a friendly manner.
At all times I was kept aware of the costs and options available to me
The staff are also always very efficient and helpful which makes a big difference at a stressful time.
I have total confidence in pjhlaw and always recommend them”
“Simply excellent! I have needed to use PJH twice and both times dealt with,Liam.
Both times his sound advice helped me reach a satisfactory outcome.The advice is always clear, concise,patient and focused delivered in a friendly manner.
At all times I was kept aware of the costs and options available to me
The staff are also always very efficient and helpful which makes a big difference at a stressful time.I have total confidence in pjhlaw and always recommend them”
“My Appointment with Liam was excellent. The advice and information was imperative. Thanks for your help.”
“Fantastic service delivered by Liam, very thorough and responsive. My matter was dealt with quickly, professionally and I was happy with the outcome.”
“Liam provided great service with a professional and timely approach, succinct, high-quality advice and a thorough explanation of the law and processes surrounding the settlement agreement. The outcome is considered greatly successful particularly in the context of further less favourable redundancy arrangements for others only a month after this resolution. Many thanks.”
“I had a redundancy settlement agreement that Liam Pike dealt with for me. The service provided was excellent. Liam explained everything clearly and helped me to understand my position and how the case could, or could not, be negotiated in my circumstances. He handled all the communications with my ex-employer and even suggested and negotiated a couple of changes to the agreement which have been advantageous to me. I would highly recommend.”
“Thanks to Liam Pike for his help and invaluable advice in getting my claim settled to my satisfaction.”
“Thank you to Liam for all the help, advice and guidance. Fast responses and easy to understand information. Great help with a difficult process that resulted in a better outcome.”
“Liam Pike provided timely and practical advice which was very helpful in dealing with a serious allegation of misconduct by a director of the company that I worked for. The allegation that was found to be without merit. The Chairman of the company subsequently apologised. This action could have been a career ending event for me.”
“Excellent, clear, hassle free advice. Friendly service. Constructive advocacy which helped ensure a positive outcome.”
“Liam Pike provided timely and practical advice which was very helpful in dealing with a serious allegation of misconduct by a director of the company that I worked for. The allegation was found to be without merit. The Chairman of the company subsequently apologised. This action could have been a career ending event for me.”
“PJHLaw’s support was invaluable, and they secured me a much better deal when I was made redundant. Thanks to Liam and everyone in the team, I’m now in a much better financial position, and able to move on to a new role without lingering doubts.”
” Thank you for your help, Liam Pike is professional, thorough, calm and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend your services.”
“PJH Law eased the pain of my redundancy but ensuring I was fully appraised of the details in an exceptionally sympathetic manner. I was impressed with dedication to get a agreeable settlement in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend PJH Law to anyone finding themselves in the same situation as myself. Thank you for your expert counsel.”
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your help, guidance and reassurance in holding my nerve over the last year, and for making a difficult situation as painless as possible. You made a horrible situation bearable, and gave me the confidence to make a stand for what was fair and reasonable, and of course, reach a settlement that I am delighted with. If it hadn’t been for your advice, I probably would have accepted the first offer! Thank you.”
“PJH Law eased the pain of my redundancy but ensuring I was fully appraised of the details in an exceptionally sympathetic manner. I was impressed with dedication to get a agreeable settlement in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend PJH Law to anyone finding themselves in the same situation as myself. Thank you for your expert counsel.”
“I recently employed the services of PJH Law to help me navigate the process of redundancy and handle my affairs involving a redundancy settlement agreement with my employer based in the US. My contact point at PJH Law Liam Pike provided excellent service and support during the whole process, explaining my employment rights and ensuring I understood all that I was entitled to during this time.
I would not hesitate to recommend Liam and his team for their professional approach and customer focussed support. Would definitely recommend this firm.”
“The service I received was exceptional, I was kept informed and up to date at every stage of my claim. Would definitely recommend this firm.”
“PJH Law is an exceptional law firm that provides excellent legal services. I had the pleasure of working with them recently and was impressed by their professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome.
Throughout the legal proceedings, PJH Law kept me informed every step of the way, providing regular updates and ensuring that I was comfortable with each decision made. I felt confident in their expertise and was pleased with the outcome of my case.
PJH Law achieved a favourable result for me, but they did so with a level of professionalism that exceeded my expectations. They were courteous, respectful, and efficient throughout the entire process, which made for a positive experience overall.
I would highly recommend PJH Law to anyone. They are a team of highly skilled professionals, who are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for their clients while providing exceptional customer service. Thank you PJH law for your hard work and dedication!”
“I wanted to drop a quick note to thank you for your time, effort and advice during my redundancy process this spring. You have been a great help in getting clarity and order to a difficult situation, and it has been very much appreciated.
I look forward to working with you in the future – hopefully in happier circumstances.”
“Friendly, professional, expert advice. Would happily recommend to others.”
“Excellent service. Quick turnaround on consultation and matter resolved quickly.”
“I was very grateful for the detailed advice provided and the speed of response, even outside normal working hours.”
“Massive thanks to PJH Law who guided me expertly and calmly through some very difficult times!”
“I received an excellent service to support me through the process of my settlement agreement. Queries were dealt with promptly and everything was explained to me very clearly to ensure understanding. I received great support through a very difficult process and I’m very grateful to Liam and all at PJH Law for their support and swift resolution of the matter.”
“A reassuring experience, where expert advice and guidance was at the forefront of the consultation and throughout the process from start to finish.
Communication, support and a professional approach at all times, help me to conclude what was a difficult situation.”
“I met with Liam at PJH Law to discuss a redundancy agreement. Liam talked me through the agreement and picked up a number of discrepancies. If it wasn’t for Liam’s expertise and diligence I may have found myself financially disadvantaged. I would certainly recommend PJH Law.”
” PJHLaw were very helpful to me when I was going through a voluntary redundancy scenario with my employer. I found them to be very well informed, insightful and their experience and proactive support made the whole experience relatively stress free and simple. Thank you for your support and assistance.”
“My experience with PJH Law was absolutely first class. My solicitor carefully negotiated on my behalf and helped me to obtain a much improved severance deal from an employer. I’m very impressed and have already recommended PJH Law to others seeking help with employment issues.”
“All matters were dealt with efficiently, promptly and successfully in the short time frame that was required.”
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