APSCo JMW Solicitors LLP
JMW is a leading commercial law firm focused on providing a comprehensive range of legal services combined with practical and commercial advice.
JMW’s expertise in recruitment law is recognised nationally by the independent legal guide Legal 500. Simon Bloch, Paul Chamberlain, Emma James and other members of our specialist recruitment sector team have in depth expertise and knowledge of the industry, having provided advice and support to it for many years. We have an excellent track record and reputation for anticipating problems and finding solutions quickly and efficiently.
How JMW Can Help
JMW can assist you in tackling the challenges faced by your business in the most cost-effective way. These include:
Commercial: advising in connection with drafting terms of business, terms of engagement, neutral/master vendor agreements and service level agreements. JMW have also partnered with APSCo in relation to the Contract Review Service offered to members.
Employment: all regulatory issues, including matters arising from compliance with the regulatory rules relating to running a recruitment business, advising and providing training on employment status issues and the legal issues arising from IR35 compliance, the Agency Workers’ Regulations, the Working Time Regulations and industry-specific regulatory compliance matters. Representation of clients in the Employment Tribunal and the provision of general HR support.
Immigration: advising businesses on bringing overseas nationals into the UK to work, including sponsorship, Brexit issues and Right to Work checks. JMW operates the APSCo Immigration Helpdesk Service which members can contact for initial free advice.
Litigation: injunctions and claims for damages/account of profit in connection with breach of express and implied duties by directors/employees and breach of restrictive covenants. County/High Court claims in connection with breach of terms, including ‘transfer fees’ and non-payment of invoices.
Corporate and tax: advising in relation to the acquisition and disposal of recruitment businesses, IR35 compliance, as well as assisting in the provision of tax advice in relation to the treatment of intermediaries and agencies.
Property: connected property transactions arising from the acquisition/disposal of a recruitment business and dealing with the routine property requirements of a trading agency.
GDPR: discrete advice around privacy, ICO issues, responding to data breaches, drafting compliance structures, reviewing contracts and the provision of general support.
Private Client: expert legal services to individuals in relation to wills, estate planning and family/matrimonial matters.
Benefits forAPSCo Members
- Free initial 20-minute telephone consultation
- Seminars
- Legal Updates
- Venue hosting at our offices located in the centre of Manchester
- Fixed and capped fee options considered, for some types of work, including Employment Tribunals
- Preferential rates for APSCo members.
Companies we have worked with
“I have worked with Paul for many years, both prior to and at JMW. I particularly value Paul’s strategic mindset and his ability to distill whatever matter I am seeking to address into its constituent legal parts. This has been particularly relevant in in the current Covid climate. Furthermore Paul is always available when needed. An essential trait”
“We have used Simon for legal advice for a number of years now. His knowledge and expertise in the recruitment sector is excellent and he is our go to trusted adviser. Simon works with us to find a commercial solution to difficult legal problems, I would highly recommend his services to others in the sector.”
“Paul has helped me on many occasions with finding sensible, business focussed solutions to often complex problems. He is commercially focussed and incredibly knowledgeable, especially when it comes to Employment Agency related issues. His approach is accessible and practical and I have no hesitation in recommending him.”
“We have been working with Simon Bloch since January 2009. Simon has provided expert legal advice on a whole myriad of employment and recruitment related legal issues.”
“Simon and the JMW team are our go to Solicitors, and are the best we have ever worked with. They have helped us on numerous occasions navigate through difficult situations and have always been at hand to provide support and guidance. Simon and JMW as trusted partners who have our best interests at the core of everything they do.”
“We have known Paul for some years now and he, together with his colleagues, has provided us with advice and assistance on all areas of employment and recruitment law. He provides us with prompt and efficient service, is approachable and understands our business. He is a true sector specialist. We would not hesitate to recommend him to others”
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