Employment law seminar to be held at Manches’ Oxford office at the Oxford Business Park North, 9400 Garsington Road, Oxford

May 03, 2006 (PRLEAP.COM) Business News
Oxford, UK – Manches LLP – a leading law firm in London and the Thames Valley announces an upcoming seminar based on the issue of Employment Law.

The employment law seminar will be held at Manches’ Oxford office at the Oxford Business Park North, 9400 Garsington Road, Oxford, OX4 2HN on 16th, 18th, 23rd and 24th May. For more information and directions please register at: www.manches.com/events/ or call 01865 813657.

Changes in employment law

One of the most significant changes to employment law in recent years will take place on 1 October 2006 with the introduction of age discrimination. Manches is hosting an employment law update at which companies will be provided with practical and up-to-date information on the very latest changes in employment law including the new rules relating to the transfer of staff on a business transfer and the use of Compromise Agreements for binding departing employees on the termination of their employment.

The update also provides details of the legal implications of health and safety law on remote working. At the seminar companies can learn about the specific issues when dealing with recruitment and dismissal under the new age discrimination regulations and will learn how to prepare your business and make it safe from claims.

Range of employment law issues covered

The annual seminar run by Manches is free and provides an overview of the changes that have taken place over the last year and gives advice on the practical aspects of implementing legal requirements. The issues covered include age discrimination, recruitment and dismissal procedures as well as a Compromise Agreements update, TUPE update, Health and Safety Update and information on Flexible working.

About Manches LLP

Manches is an innovative and responsive law firm with offices in London and the Thames Valley. Manches focuses on a range of specialist legal sectors, including: Property, Construction, Technology Media & Intellectual Property, Family Law, Retailing, Publishing, Brand and IP Management and Life Sciences. Manches has been active in the London market since it was established in 1937. With offices in the Aldwych, Manches is in the heart of the legal community facing the challenges of a dynamic and competitive environment.

Manches Oxford office offers the full range of commercial legal services with a particular emphasis on the life sciences, publishing and IT sectors. Key practice areas cover corporate finance, intellectual property, commercial litigation, employment and commercial property. Manches acts for a wide range of businesses from start-ups to leading listed companies as well as high profile individuals.

Contact Details
Contact: Gemma Stanbra (Marketing Executive)

Web: www.manches.com/events/
Email: gemma.stanbra@manches.com
Phone: +44 (0) 1865 813657

Manches LLP
9400 Garsington Road
Oxford Business Park North