Capability Hearing

sangie595

palasmy wrote: »

When I sent the email to the solicitor I clearly stated that I wanted him to first understand my circumstances before he agrees to meet me. And I mentioned this is an informal request only before we can start it off formally. So I really hope his consent to see me wasn't going to be billed!!

Didn't realise an early legal representation was possible, we did discuss about union front but didn't occur to me I can get someone to represent me legally. Even so affordability would still be a question though!!

I'm sorry but what on earth do you think lawyers are - charities? There's no "informal" work. He had been billing you from the moment you contacted him. The piece of work he was retained to do was to read and advise you on the settlement agreement, which is all the employer will pay for. You asked him to contact your employer to negotiate a better settlement. The employer isn't going to pay for that, so you are the only person left who can be billed. Lawyers do not do work like this without expecting payment. Where do you think that payment is coming from?

palasmy

Hello All, just as an update, my last day at work was last friday and today is my first day at home without a job!! however as per the agreement I'm still on the pay roll for the next 11 weeks (my notice period)

Basically, my solicitor phoned me up on wednesday to say that the company didn't budge for his arguments and suggested it would be best for me to accept what they give. So, it wasn't too difficult for me to make a decision after that. I signed the papers and then the solicitors did their bit, and the next day the company representative signed it.

I have started to prepare my CV and also working around my network to see what are the possibilities to find a job before my notice period ends.

I would like to thank all those who have been with me through this period here by giving me their view and comments/suggestions. I have to admit it was really very helpful and prepared me in the best possible way for such a circumstance.

Thanks again all..