Employment related commercial disputes

Employment is not just about wages and hours. At senior levels, issues like restraints, bonuses and confidential information often cross into commercial law.

Yarn Legal acts in employment related commercial disputes for employees, executives and in some cases employers. We help you understand your rights and obligations and work towards outcomes that protect your career and relationships where possible.

We act for:

• Employees and executives leaving or joining organisations

• Contractors and consultants in complex roles

• Employers facing disputes with departing or current staff

• Restraints of trade and non compete clauses
  Disputes about working for competitors, starting a new business or approaching clients and staff.

• Confidential information and IP
  Allegations of misusing client lists, templates, documents, code, designs or other business information.

• Bonus, commission and incentive schemes
  Disagreements about whether targets were met, how bonuses are calculated and when entitlements are earned.

• Overlap between employment and commercial agreements
  Roles where employment, consultancy and director duties intersect.

1. Review your contracts and documents

• Examine employment contracts, restraint clauses, bonus schemes and any side agreements

• Analyse enforceability and practical impact

• Explain your rights and obligations in clear language

2. Risk assessment and strategy

• Assess the risk of being sued or losing entitlements

• Identify options such as negotiating variations, waivers or releases

• Plan transitions to new roles or businesses with risk in mind

3. Negotiation and resolution

• Write to the other side setting out your position

• Negotiate terms of exit or entry, including restraints, notice, garden leave and references

• Explore settlement of existing disputes about bonuses or commissions

4. Representation in litigation

Where proceedings are commenced, we can:

• Defend claims about restraints, confidential information or alleged breaches

• Bring claims to recover unpaid bonuses or commissions

• Represent you in mediations and hearings

At Yarn Legal, we strive to help you return to work swiftly and confidently. We work with organisations and clients to find positive solutions, minimising legal hurdles. Our goal is not just to provide legal advice but to empower our clients with the support of knowledgeable professionals who can make a real difference. We offer practical, strategic, and legal guidance, ensuring a thorough and clear analysis of every situation.