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 Daniel Chapman
Partner
Daniel graduated in Law with a First from the University of Keele in 1999 and completed his studies at Nottingham Law School in 2000, before joining Leathes Prior as a trainee solicitor in September 2000.
Daniel qualified as a solicitor in 2002 and was appointed as a Partner of the firm in May 2005 and specialises solely in Employment Law. He heads up the firm's Employment Team.
Daniel acts for employers and regularly appears as an advocate before the Employment Tribunals. His client base encompasses a diverse range of employers, or all sizes, and he focuses on ensuring that the provides cost effective, commercial and pro-active advice. He also supports the firm's Corporate Team on the complex TUPE implications of transactional work.
Dan has, over the last two years, developed a particular niche expertise in advising employment agencies and businesses, and has an in depth knowledge of the complex Gangmasters Licensing Authority regime.
Daniel is consistently rated as a leader in Employment Law in the East Anglia region by all of the independent guides to the legal profession. The 2006 Legal 500 publication reported that Dan is praised by clients "who express every confidence" and "say that he exceeds expectations" and "makes employment law appear understandable". The 2007 edition has also confirmed that Dan is well respected in the region for his employment law experience and advocacy skills, and Dan attracts praise for his "quick response times and kindly advice".
The 2006 edition of the Chambers and Partner guide also singles out Daniel for his "concise and dynamic approach and ability to cut to the heart of the issue", and praises Daniel's mediation skills, whereas the 2008 edition focused on Daniel's "speed, efficiency and thoroughness".
The Legal Experts (2007) publication recommended only 4 employment solicitors in Norwich, of which Daniel is one.
Daniel is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.
dchapman@leathesprior.co.uk
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