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Gary Henderson
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Gary Henderson

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  • English
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Gary has specialised in employment law for over 25 years.  He is ranked in the Hall of Fame in the Legal 500 and as a Band 1 employment lawyer in the Chambers and Partners Directory. 

Gary advises clients across the whole range of business sectors providing advice on all aspects of employment law, both contentious and non-contentious, including executive engagements and dismissals, employment tribunal litigation, discrimination issues and the employment aspects of acquisitions and disposals, corporate reorganisations and outsourcing arrangements.

Gary also advises on the formulation and implementation of employment strategy and policy, the employment law implications of business initiatives (including reorganisations) and the impact of new legal developments.

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    "Gary's dedication to our success and his adept handling of intricate legal matters would make him an invaluable asset to any organisation."
    Chambers, 2025
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    "It is a pleasure to work with Gary Henderson. He is knowledgeable, friendly and provides a great service."
    Chambers, 2025
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    “Our point of contact, Gary Henderson, is an absolute pleasure to work with. Quick in replying. His practical knowledge is exceptional. He quickly understands the situation and the full context and able to advise us.'“
    Legal 500, 2025
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    “Gary Henderson's expertise in navigating complex legal matters provides us with invaluable guidance and peace of mind during challenging situations. "
    Legal 500, 2025

Relevant experience

  • A FTSE 100 company on restructuring and collective redundancy issues.
  • A leading professional services company on TUPE issues arising out of outsourcing arrangements.
  • A global technology company on employment tribunal and High Court claims.
  • A major financial institution on senior executive departures.
  • A global manufacturer on the enforcement of restrictive covenants and garden leave.
  • A FTSE 100 energy sector company on international assignment arrangements.
  • A leading car manufacturer on its agency worker arrangements.
  • A global technology company on employee data protection issues.
  • A global telecommunications company on the employment law aspects of a major joint venture.
  • Numerous companies coming into the UK on the employment aspects of establishing a business in the UK.

Publications

  • Contributor to the Pensions Law Handbook (15th Edition), Bloomsbury Professional.

Memberships & Roles

  • Employment Lawyers Association

Awards & Rankings

  • City of London Solicitors Company Prize for being placed 1st in the City in The Law Society Solicitors' Final Examinations

Education

  • 1985 – LL.B., London School of Economics