Introduction to fixed pricing for ACAS Early Conciliation Process

As an employer or employee, you may not be aware that nearly all employees who wish to bring any sort of claim against their employer in an Employment Tribunal, are required go through an ACAS Early Conciliation Process. With this in mind, DC Employment Solicitors are introducing a fixed fee service which will guide employers and employees through this potentially daunting, stressful and time-consuming process.

It is not compulsory for a Solicitor to represent an employee at this stage; however, DC Employment Solicitors understand this process can often be an overwhelming and intimidating experience for individuals, so it can often be advantageous to have one there to guide you through the process.

DC Employment Solicitors can advise employers who have received contact from an Acas conciliator in relation to an Early Conciliation notification by an employee. For more information about the process and our fixed fee arrangement, click ‘fixed fee for employers’.

We can also assist employees who wish to engage in the Early Conciliation process with their employer/former employer. For more information about the process and our fixed fee arrangement, click ‘fixed fee for employees’.

The fee will cover all the work we undertake during the process, so you can rest assured you will not receive any surprise invoices. The fee also includes advice on the ACAS agreement, should an agreement be reached, to ensure you are fully protected.

For employers, our fixed fee service will give you a clear indication of your exposure, a thorough understanding of the claims brought against you and any potential liability you are exposed to. It will empower you with the necessary knowledge to be able to conduct an effective negotiation.

For employees, our fixed fee service will arm you with the appropriate information necessary to conduct an informed negotiation with your employer, as well as give you a clear understanding of your chances of success in the Tribunal and an indication of what level of award you could expect if successful. We would also advise on what potential claims you would have available to you.

If you would like some more information about the ACAS Early Conciliation Process and our fixed fee service, please visit our web page for Employers and Employees.