Employment Contract Advice
Your contract sets the rules of your working life — understanding what it actually means protects you before problems start.
You've been handed a contract to sign — or you're already in a dispute about what your contract actually means. Either way, you need to know exactly what you're agreeing to, or what rights you already have. Employment contracts aren't always straightforward. Clauses around restrictive covenants, notice periods, and implied terms can have serious consequences for your career and your finances, and most people only discover that when it's too late to do anything about it.
At Blackstone Solicitors, we advise employees and employers across England and Wales on the full range of contract issues — from reviewing a new agreement before you sign, to challenging terms that may not be enforceable, to understanding what your contract actually obliges either party to do. Restrictive covenants in particular — clauses that limit where you can work or who you can contact after leaving — are frequently drafted too broadly to hold up in court, but that doesn't mean an employer won't try to enforce them. We help you understand what's legally binding and what isn't, before you make a decision you can't reverse.
With 26 years of employment law practice and recognition as a Legal 500 UK Leading Firm, Blackstone Solicitors brings genuine expertise to what can feel like impenetrable legal language. Whether you're about to accept a new role, negotiating your exit, or facing a threat of legal action over a post-employment restriction, we offer a no-obligation initial discussion so you can get straight answers without commitment. Call
Why choose us
- 26 years of employment law practice — Natasha Jones, SRA 194771
- Legal 500 UK Leading Firm 2022 — independently recognised
- BBC, Financial Times, Guardian, and Times press coverage — nationally trusted
- Manchester and London offices — UK wide employment law advice
- No — obligation initial discussion 0330 808 0849
Frequently asked questions
Employment contract advice means having a solicitor review the actual terms you're being asked to sign — or that already govern your employment — so you understand exactly what you're agreeing to, what your employer can and can't do, and where you may be exposed or protected. That covers everything from restrictive covenants and notice periods to pay, holiday entitlement, and clauses that could limit your options if things go wrong later. At Blackstone Solicitors, we give you a plain-English explanation of what those terms mean
The cost of employment contract advice depends on the complexity of your situation and what you need — a quick review of a standard contract is very different from negotiating terms or challenging a restrictive covenant. The best way to get a clear picture of what you'd be paying is to have an initial discussion with us, which carries no obligation. Call us on 0330 808 0849 and we'll give you a straight answer based on your specific circumstances.
The time it takes depends entirely on what you need — a straightforward contract review can often be turned around within a few days, while more complex situations involving negotiation or disputed terms will naturally take longer. What matters most is that you get clear, accurate advice before you sign anything or agree to changes, because the decisions you make now can affect your rights significantly down the line. Call us on 0330 808 0849 for a no-obligation initial discussion and we can give you a realistic timeframe based on your specific situation.