BDBF has been named Senior Executive Team of the Year at the prestigious International Employment Lawyer (IEL) Awards 2025. These annual awards celebrate the very
The party season is here, and it’s time to celebrate. But before the mulled wine flows and the dance floor calls… ho-ho-how do you keep the festivities merry, bright and free of the dreaded HR hangover?
This month, BDBF celebrates its 13th anniversary – thirteen years of delivering outstanding results for senior executives, partners and employers in the highest-stakes employment disputes.
From 1 December 2025, the maximum period for ACAS Early Conciliation will increase from six to twelve weeks. The Government’s stated aim is to ease
In Henderson v GCRM Ltd & Ors, the Employment Appeal Tribunal has considered whether it is possible to hold an “innocent” decision-maker liable for the
The EAT’s recent decision in AB v Grafters Group Ltd reminds HR teams that employer responsibility for harassment may extend beyond the workplace. What happened
In Alom v Financial Conduct Authority, the Employment Appeal Tribunal considered the extent to which a script prepared by HR can demonstrate a pre-judged disciplinary
In September, the Competition and Markets Authority (the CMA) published guidance for employers on how competition law impacts staff recruitment and the setting of pay
BDBF, a leading employment law firm, welcomes Leigh Janes as its newest senior associate. Leigh’s expertise in advising both employees and employers on all aspects
For the 12th consecutive year, BDBF has been ranked Band 1 in Employment: Senior Executive by Chambers UK in their 2026 Guide. Five BDBF partners
The current framework of family leave and protections is undeniably complex, having grown incrementally over time into a structure that is challenging for many to
BDBF, a leading employment law firm, announces the appointment of Jamie Barton as Managing Associate and Rose Lim as Knowledge Lawyer. Jamie rejoins BDBF, having
