Very informative, interactive with delegates able to ask questions throughout the day

- Judy Usher, HR Manager, Willmott Dixon. Delegate at Workplace Investigations 2012

Mock Employment Tribunal Workshop

Comprehensive guidance on the legal and practical principles behind fair dismissals and giving evidence in an employment tribunal

Introduction

Getting to grips with not only the employment tribunal process, but also the practicalities of running the case from the investigation stage is a must for all HR professionals and managers who want to know how to mitigate the potential risks their employer faces effectively.

This one day seminar provides an opportunity for HR professionals and managers who are involved in disciplinary cases to gain an understanding of the key legal and practical principles behind fair conduct dismissals.

Click here to find out more about the Mock Employment Tribunal Webinar - this September webinar will act as a prequel to the seminar in November. It is not essential to view, but all delegates booked on the seminar, will automatically be given access to the webinar. The webinar will provide viewers with the legal and practical background behind conducting fair misconduct dismissals and giving evidence in an employment tribunal.

Event details


Date:

Monday 21 November 2011

Location:

Halsbury House (LG02)
London, WC2A 1EL

Book by 30 September 2011 and save £50!

Benefits

The seminar comprises:

  • A summary of the background legal and practical principles behind fair dismissals
  • A round table review of papers related to a fictitious misconduct case (based upon an amalgam of real life cases)
  • Consideration of the effective investigation of the case, including questioning witnesses and gathering relevant evidence
  • The steps required in preparing to defend the employer’s decision to dismiss at an Employment Tribunal
  • Participation in a mock employment tribunal with delegates taking on the roles of
    – the witnesses (the claimant and the fact-finding, dismissing and appeals managers)
    – those undertaking the cross examination of the claimant and the managers

Delegates will gain an understanding of the importance of conducting a thorough investigation, and of giving tribunal evidence in support of management decisions. They will receive a comprehensive seminar manual with detailed notes including important statutory and case law references.

Who Should Attend

  • HR Professionals
  • Employee Relations Advisers
  • Business Professionals including Line Managers