Finlay McKay

Finlay is a partner in the CMS UK employment team, advising clients on both contentious and non contentious matters.

He has an excellent track record of successfully defending clients in the Employment Tribunal whether it be unfair dismissal or claims of discrimination. He is passionate about winning cases for his clients and is a tenacious litigator, presenting complex cases in a straightforward and comprehensible manner.

Finlay is always conscious to present his clients with a clear view on the strengths and weaknesses of their cases, always mindful of reputational and risk issues.

Finlay has particular expertise in advising clients on senior executive exit achieving commercial solutions for his clients.

Commended for his “highly informed, commercially aware decision making” (Chambers UK), Finlay is trusted by his clients to give them practical advice on employee relations issues ranging from dismissals and grievances to advising on restructurings and harmonisation projects.