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Paul Quain is one of the founders of GQ|Littler and one of London’s most well-known employment lawyers. He is recognised in Band 2 of the Chambers and Partners (2024) guide and as a leading individual by Legal 500 (2024). 

Paul has particular experience in complex, high value employment disputes which require a strategic solution. He regularly advises on team moves and theft of confidential information matters which require High Court injunctions, often with a global, multi-jurisdiction element, bonus disputes, commercial agency disputes, discrimination cases and TUPE. He also specialises in collective bargaining, trade union disputes and European Works Councils. He is particularly commended for his tactical approach in litigation matters which helps deliver the desired outcome.  

Paul has been ranked as a leading lawyer by Chambers and Partners for the past 12 years and is recognised as 'a very seasoned employment lawyer who knows all there is to know.' Clients say, "Paul is very knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated. He is an asset to work with" and "he is really impressive - great on the law and fantastic with clients."

Paul has held various management roles within ELA over many years and is a CEDR accredited mediator in the employment field. 

Prior to establishing GQ Employment Law, Paul previously held a senior position in ‘Magic Circle’ firm Linklaters and has also worked for leading City of London firm Charles Russell.

Faglige Foreninger

Member

Employment Lawyers Association

Genkendelse

Ranked

Chambers & Partners

2013-2024

Ranked, Leading Individual

Legal 500

2024

Named, Recommended Lawyer

Legal 500

2013-2023

Recommended

Labour and Employment

Who's Who Legal

2012-2024

Recognised

IEL Elite

2024

Sprog

  • Fransk

Møderet

United Kingdom (England and Wales)