Martin Cornforth

Area of expertise: As an employment law partner with Chattertons, Martin continues to enjoy resolving workplace issues.

Martin drafted the referral to the CJEU in the now well-known case of Lock v British Gas. Martin has dealt with many complex TUPE situations. Martin has dealt with the full range of discrimination issues, including complex scenarios arising from mental health. Martin has handled employment law for clients across a broad range of sectors including manufacturing, construction, health, etc. He has vast experience of corporate and commercial property support.

Martin's experience with education providers includes community, foundation, independent, and religious schools, in addition to multi-academy trusts. Martin has advised on safeguarding cases and dealt with queries arising from the Burgundy book and STCPDs.

Martin is an experienced employment law solicitor providing advice and Employment Tribunal representation to a broad range of organisations and individuals. Martin has a particular expertise in advising education providers.

Head of Department: Grant Shackleston

Professional information:

• Martin qualified as a Solicitor in October 2008.
• Completed the Common Professional Examination at the University of Central Lancashire
• Completed his Legal Practise Course at Liverpool John Moores
• Completed his training at Thompsons Solicitors in 2008.