Workplace problems tend to arrive without warning, and by the time someone in Bray goes looking for an employment law solicitor in Bray, there is usually already a dismissal letter, a grievance meeting or a redundancy notice sitting on the kitchen table. Bray sits on the County Wicklow coast, with Kilmacanogue and Enniskerry a short distance inland and Greystones further along the coast, and employees and employers across that part of Wicklow contact our firm for advice on exactly this kind of situation.
Reading the Situation Before Any Letter Goes Out
Most employment matters start the same way, with someone trying to work out whether what has happened to them, or what they are about to do as an employer, is on solid ground. We begin by going through the facts in detail: the contract of employment, any written policies, the correspondence that has already passed between the parties, and the sequence of events that led to the problem. Whether the issue is a dismissal, a redundancy process, a grievance, or a concern about discrimination or bullying at work, the advice has to be built on that detail rather than on assumptions.
From there we set out the options under current employment law as it applies to the specific facts, including where a complaint to the Workplace Relations Commission might be relevant, and what a settlement agreement process would involve if that is the route being considered. We do not predict how a matter will turn out, because that depends on the facts, the evidence, and the law as it stands at the time, but we do explain clearly what the choices are and what each one involves before anything is sent to the other side.
Making Time for a Consultation Without Disrupting Your Work
People contacting us from Bray are usually still working, often in a job connected to the very dispute they want advice on, so a consultation needs to fit around that rather than the other way round. If you live in Bray, you can reach us through the contact page on our website and arrange a time that works for you, whether that is by phone, by video call, or in person at one of our offices in Dublin 7 or Kilkenny.
It helps to have the basics gathered before that first conversation: your contract of employment, any letters or emails relevant to the issue, and a rough timeline of what happened and when. You do not need to arrive with a polished account, just the documents and dates as you have them, and we will work through the rest with you during the consultation.
Advising Clients in Bray, Kilmacanogue, Enniskerry and Greystones
Bray lies on the County Wicklow coast, around 25 km north of Wicklow town, with Kilmacanogue and Enniskerry each about 4 km away and Greystones a further 7 km down the coast. We take instructions from employees and employers throughout this part of Wicklow, as well as from clients across the rest of the county and further afield.
Consultations with clients from Bray are arranged by phone, video call, or in person at one of our offices in Dublin 7 or Kilkenny, whichever suits best. Anyone in Bray, Kilmacanogue, Enniskerry or Greystones can get in touch through the website to start that process.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to come to an office in Bray to get advice?
No, we do not have an office in Bray. Our offices are in Dublin 7 and Kilkenny, and consultations with clients from Bray and the surrounding area are usually arranged by phone, video call, or in person at one of those offices, depending on what works best for you.
What employment issues can I get advice on?
We advise on matters including unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, redundancy, workplace relations complaints, discrimination and equality, bullying and stress at work, grievances, protected disclosures, employment contracts, settlement agreements and data privacy at work. The right approach depends on the specific facts of your situation, so it is worth setting these out clearly when you get in touch.
How quickly should I get advice after a workplace problem arises?
This depends on the circumstances and current law, as certain types of employment complaint are subject to time limits. Rather than waiting to see how things develop, it is generally sensible to get advice early so that you understand your options before taking any further step.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Your position depends on your circumstances and the current law; please get advice on your own situation. In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement.