Rwlaw

Rwlaw is a boutique employment law firm founded in 2009 that provides settlement agreement advice, redundancy support, and workplace dispute resolution for employees, executives, and employers. The firm operates across England and Wales, with its registered office at 8 Red Lion Court, London EC4A 3EB, and a West Sussex office at 12 Hillsboro Road, Bognor Regis PO21 2DX. It is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 606667 and is owned by Rwlaw Limited, company number 08449626.

The firm primarily serves employees facing unfair dismissal, redundancy, or discrimination, as well as senior executives dealing with bonuses, share schemes, and restrictive covenants. For employers, they assist with redundancy programmes, restructures, and TUPE claims. Their services are designed to help individuals from the shop floor to the boardroom navigate complex employment issues with experienced solicitors.

To get started, clients can call 07786 652242, email info@rwlaw.co.uk, or use the online contact form on their website. The firm operates Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and promises to respond to enquiries as soon as possible while treating all communications confidentially.

For most employees, settlement agreement advice starts at a fixed fee of £650 + VAT (£780), which includes minor negotiation of terms and signing the adviser's certificate. Senior executives face higher fees starting at £1,500 + VAT (£1,800). Employment tribunal claims are estimated between £7,500 to £12,500 + VAT for simple cases, rising to £30,000 to £75,000 + VAT for high complexity, with hourly rates of £300 + VAT for the director and £275 + VAT for the senior solicitor.

Rwlaw has been operating since 2009, making it a relatively established boutique firm with a team led by Robin Williams, Director and Solicitor qualified in 1997, and Christopher Newton, Senior Solicitor qualified in 2018. The firm describes itself as small and focused on providing straight answers directly from experienced solicitors rather than large corporate teams.

Reviewers frequently praise the team's professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail, with many noting that the solicitors are knowledgeable and responsive. Common themes include the firm's ability to handle complex legal situations efficiently and provide clear, plain English advice throughout the process.

The firm has a Trustburn rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 9 reviews as of the latest data. The reviews range from 3 to 5 stars, with the majority being positive, though there is one lower-rated review highlighting communication issues.

The firm's website states that employment tribunal claims have strict deadlines, with a limit of six months less one day for events on or after 1 October 2026. They also mention that clients must usually notify Acas before making a claim, and time limits for earlier events may be shorter.

Rwlaw charges by the hour unless agreed otherwise, with the director billing at £300 + VAT per hour and the senior solicitor at £275 + VAT per hour. Barristers' fees for advocacy at hearings are additional and range from £1,000 to £5,000 + VAT per hearing day, subject to prior approval.

The firm offers a range of services including settlement agreement advice, redundancy support, discrimination and harassment claims, whistleblowing advice, and employment contract reviews. They also provide specific guidance for senior executives on bonuses, notice periods, and regulatory references.

The process typically involves initial advice within one to two weeks, followed by Acas early conciliation which can take up to 12 weeks. Preparing the claim or response usually takes two to four weeks, with additional time for disclosure, witness statements, and the final hearing depending on complexity.

The firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 606667) and operates as a trading name of Rwlaw Limited. They emphasize that all advice is discreet and confidential, and they will not contact an employer without the client's permission.

Rwlaw is located at 8 red lion court, London, England.

You can reach Rwlaw by phone at 01243717674.

The official website of Rwlaw is rwlaw.co.uk.