Mandy is head of our Employment division. She is also Deputy Keeper to the Writers’ to the Signet and a Trustee with the Thistle Foundation.
Described by one client as “the most competent, experienced and commercially focused lawyer [they’ve] worked with”, she has a loyal following of clients from a range of sectors who appreciate her straight talking and pragmatic advice.
Mandy advises on all aspects of employment law with a particular focus on contentious matters, Employment Tribunal advocacy, large scale restructures and senior executive terminations. Mandy is also very experienced in dispute resolution, and has been involved in a number of mediations.
Her "charismatic" style and "client-focused" approach to employment law was noted in Chambers UK. And she is:
Mandy Laurie is just absolutely outstanding. You get pragmatic advice from her and she is our absolute go-to for complex, confidential or tricky work.
Chambers UK, 2025
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