Merseyside Employment Law, now operating as Equality and Employment Law Centre, is a not-for-profit specialist provider focused on employment law, HR, and discrimination advice. Established in 2002, the organization stands out for its charitable mission, reinvesting all profits to offer free and cost-effective legal services to vulnerable individuals and community-focused employers.
The firm adopts a socially conscious approach, aiming to address deep-seated inequalities by increasing access to justice. It holds a national contract with the Legal Aid Agency and partners with local government and voluntary organizations to extend support across Liverpool City Region and the North-West. Its primary clientele includes individuals unable to afford legal representation, as well as SMEs, charities, and voluntary sector employers seeking expert guidance on workplace fairness and compliance.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Discrimination services under the Equality Act 2010
- Settlement Agreements
- Dismissal and Redundancy
- Services to Business: Employment Law and HR
- Services to Business: Contracts of Employment
- Legal Aid Solicitors and Advisors
- Whistleblowing & Discrimination Report
- Equal Pay
- Maternity and Paternity Rights
- Breach of Contract
- Unpaid Wages
- Unfair Dismissal
- HR Services and Training
- Fully Outsourced Human Resources Department for SMEs
- Complex HR Projects including TUPE
- Information, Advice, Representation, Training, and Advocacy
The organization serves clients across Liverpool City Region and the wider North-West, focusing particularly on supporting charitable, voluntary, and private sector employers. It holds a unique position as the only specialist charity in the region dedicated solely to employment and discrimination law, reinforcing its commitment to promoting a fairer and more equal society.
