Elise is a Legal Director in our highly rated employment law team providing employment advice to both employer and employee clients.
Elise has been an employment law specialist for 10 years, advising a wide variety of businesses in relation to the legal and practical aspects of both day-to-day and complex HR issues. She regularly advises on senior executive contracts and exits, often drafting and negotiating settlement agreements in highly confidential or delicate circumstances.
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This webinar provided an update on the latest developments relating to the Employment Rights Act, focusing on key employment law changes due to take effect in October. It covered recent progress on ERA consultations, guidance and UK Government announcements, as well as changes to employment tribunal time limits, workplace harassment laws, trade union rights, electronic balloting and tipping legislation. The session also looked ahead to upcoming employment law reforms and what employers should expect next.

MFMac advised Pilrig Dental Practice Ltd on the acquisition of Pilrig Dental Practice, providing legal support across corporate, real estate, employment and pensions matters. The transaction completed successfully on 28 August 2026, enabling the client to acquire a well-established dental practice and support its continued growth.

The EAT’s decision in Tarbuc v Martello Piling Limited highlights the limits of protected conversations, confirming they only apply to unfair dismissal claims and may be lost where there is improper conduct. Employers should follow the ACAS Code and avoid placing undue pressure on employees, as this could result in discussions becoming admissible in tribunal proceedings.