Paula Lawn
Associate
Paula chose a career in Law after working for a number of different organisations from the Royal Air Force through to Norwich Union . She studied Law as a mature student at UEA, winning a Sweet & Maxwell prize.
Whilst her experience covers the whole spectrum of Employment Law issues, Paula has a passionate interest in the protection and promotion of the rights of individuals in the workplace. She recognises that the issues facing her clients are unique and she tailors her advice to suit each individual. She has a particular expertise in discrimination claims, devising exit strategies for senior executives and in relation to complex Employment Tribunal cases. Paula can assist an individual with all employment-related matters and has a hands-on and practical approach to problem solving. Paula is also a skilled negotiator .
In the event that a matter cannot be resolved swiftly and amicably, Paula has an enviable track record at the Employment Tribunal and is willing to consider undertaking appropriate cases on a "no win, no fee" basis.
Paula has a reputation for defending her clients’ rights fiercely. Praised by clients as a “fantastic solicitor” whose “experience made a great difference”, Paula is a large part of the reason why Leathes Prior has “captured the claimant market” in East Anglia [Chambers UK]. In fact, Paula was the only employee-focused employment lawyer mentioned in recent years in the Chambers’ review of the legal profession in this region.
Other praise for Paula includes
"I cant thank you enough for all your help and support over the 7 months you are a fantastic solicitor!"
"what a fabulous result ... Your attention and service has been second to none - I just can't thank you enough."
"It is testament enough that I only met with Paula once while the rest of the process was dealt with supreme efficiency, ending in a more than generous settlement from my previous employer."
"I found Paula to be absolutely inspiring in her kind words to me and positive attitude towards the life change I was facing. Rather than seeing the redundancy as an imposition, she helped me see it as a great opportunity for a process of change, which I could have complete control over."
"Paula really encouraged me to just get back on the horse and go for it, I will be eternally grateful that I had the good fortune to cross her path."
"I would also like to thank Paula Lawn, who is the most amazing employment solicitor."
"Throughout the process of my unfair dismissal claim Paula was exceptionally professional, keeping me aware of any developments and she was always easy to contact if I had any questions. She was also very positive which at the time I was facing a large institution was very supportive."
"Thank you for your ongoing counsel, not only the legal advice but also the moral support which I have found most valuable."
“I would like to say how impressed we were with the service we received from you.”
“Thank you so much for your help and advice, I really cannot say how grateful I am! I will be definitely recommending you to anyone with employment issues!”
“I really have appreciated your efforts and your advice and of course it has been great dealing with you – flattery aside you are an asset to Leathes Prior.”
“Just a brief note to say a big thank you for all you have achieved … Your prompt and professional actions transformed our sense of isolation and anxiety into one of confidence and relief.”
“Just wanted to send a little message to say thank you for everything you have done. You have been very easy to talk to and kept me going through the whole thing. Thank you for getting me a good settlement.”
"Thank you for being very fair with regard to pricing. I gained a lot from our meeting and will recommend your services at every opportunity."
“Thank you for being very fair with regard to pricing. I gained a lot from our meeting and will recommend your services at every opportunity.”
“Thank you very much indeed for your kind letter. You were excellent on the occasion of our visit to you recently – we could not have received more support."
"Your letter was also excellent and conveyed precisely what needs to be considered. Importantly, you significantly raised the spirits of [client], made her feel much happier in herself and provided an occasion for her to regain confidence. These developments in themselves were well worth the time spent with you."
"… we know that you have done precisely what was needed at this juncture; thank you again, Paula.”
"You have been a very helpful person who has made this process a lot more bearable. I really can't ever thank you enough."
“I just want to say a massive thank you for all the help you have given me with my case. Without your help I don’t think I would have got this far. Your services have been fantastic. Please thank Jade (Paula’s secretary) also as she has been a help to me too…best wishes to you both for the future and thank you yet again.”
"I want to thank you very, very much indeed for being behind [client] throughout the months of this sad, sometimes very-difficult-to-tolerate and unnecessary 'affair'. [Client] has derived much comfort and practical help from your support and interventions..."
“I thank you for your down to earth advice, I must confess to feeling scared at the time, but was put at ease somewhat by your approach… Also, many thanks for rounding down your fee, that was much appreciated during these tough times. Many thanks again for your help, humour and professionalism.”
