Returning from Maternity Leave
Our team of Employment solicitors consists of dedicated specialists and lawyers who deal exclusively with employment law. The team have over 30 years’ experience collectively and have wide, in-depth knowledge of all employment matters and disputes.
You can be assured Lawson-West’s solicitors keep up to date with the latest legal developments and changes to bring you the best advice.
Lawson-West’s expert employment solicitors and lawyers have significant experience in dealing with returning to work after maternity / paternity leave matters.
You are entitled to return to the same job (with the same terms and conditions of employment) when returning from ordinary maternity leave or a suitable role (with similar terms and conditions) which is at least as good as your job whilst on additional maternity leave if you cannot have your original job back.
If you intend to breastfeed or express milk, your employer should provide facilities for you to rest and to safely store expressed milk. Your employer should also carry out a risk assessment.
You do have the right to request flexible working. This could be a change to your working hours, a change to the time you work or to work from home. Employers do not have to agree to your request for flexible working if there is a sound business reason for not doing so. However, on most occasions they should be able to grant your request provided that it is reasonable.
If you find yourself in a situation where you are struggling with a matter relating to returning from maternity / paternity leave we can help. Please remember there are strict time limits in Employment claims and you should take good free legal advice as soon as possible.
In addition to No Win No Fee, Lawson-West solicitors act for our clients on a variety of other funding arrangements including Legal Expenses insurance funding. We can assess your case to decide which is the best funding option for you.
With offices in Leicester, Wigston and Market Harborough our employment solicitors and lawyers can discuss your employment law claim at any of our branches. In addition, we are a national provider of expert employment law advice and welcome a free discussion with you regarding your circumstances and potential claim.
If you believe you have a situation where you require free legal advice, please contact us on telephone 0116 212 1000 or 01858 445 480, alternatively fill in the free Contact Us form and we will get in touch as soon as possible.
