Rebecca Thomas

"She is a reliable pair of hands, she is pragmatic, she is good with witnesses and and she is robust in cross-examination." "She is incredibly empathetic, she is very thoughtful, she is very happy to really get stuck into the matter and she is really happy to be contacted over the strategy of a case." Chambers and Partners 2022

"Rebecca is very astute, and has a great understanding of both the legal issues and the commercial considerations relevant to claims. Rebecca is able to put clients at ease and ensures they focus on the key elements of the claim. Rebecca is always very calm." Legal 500 2022

Rebecca was called to the Bar in 1999 and is a specialist in employment law. She is a member of the Employment Law Bar Association and the Employment Lawyers Association. She has extensive experience of all areas of employment work including unfair dismissal, discrimination, trade union law, whistleblowing and TUPE. As a member of the Equal Opportunities approved panel of Barrister’s Rebecca developed a particular interest in discrimination law and is experienced at dealing with complex aspects of discrimination law such as indirect discrimination, maternity and equal pay. She regularly represents Claimants and Respondents both in Tribunal and at appellate level. Rebecca is often instructed in complex, high value and lengthy cases. Rebecca is also experienced in alternative dispute resolution. She frequently advises and represents parties in judicial mediations. In addition to representing individuals and small firms her regular clients include national companies, public sector organisations and a number of local authorities. Rebecca has particular experience in acting for the transport sector and representing employers with highly unionized workforces. In addition to her advocacy and advisory work Rebecca also provides in house training and seminars on a range of employment matters. Her ‘Witness Workshop’ designed to provide employees with an introduction to the Tribunal process is particularly popular. As well as being a skilled advocate Rebecca is also known for her excellent client care skills.