Starting a claim

Information on the things that you need to know before you start a claim

Grievances

This article covers who can raise a grievance, when an employee should put in an appeal or grievance letter and the process of raising a grievance.
Sample grievance letter and guide

An example of a grievance letter. It can be a concern, problem or complaint that employees raise with employers in writing.
Early Conciliation and Time Limits

The rules on Early Conciliation of disputes by Acas
Time Limits for Employment Tribunal claims

Information on time limits for bringing employment claims including what to do if you have missed the deadline
Employment claims in the civil courts

Some types of employment-related claims can be brought in the civil courts, rather than in an Employment Tribunal. This advice page offers a high level summary of the way in which employment claims in the civil courts work.
Sources of advice and support with representation in the Employment Tribunal

Information on finding an adviser and on different ways of paying for advice.
Things to think about before bringing an Employment Tribunal Claim

This page highlights some of the key things you should consider before bringing an Employment Tribunal Claim.
Chronology

An example chronology based on the scenario in precedent 1.
The List of Issues

An example list of issues for a case management discussion.
Legal aid and sources of advice for employment matters

More details about qualifying for legal aid if you are facing discrimination in employment
Appeal Letter

Example of a letter appealing a dismissal.
‘Without Prejudice’ letter before action where a claimant has a representative

A letter before action to the employer from the claimant's legal representatives.
‘Without Prejudice’ letter before action where a claimant is unrepresented

An example letter before action where the claimant is not being formally represented by a legal adviser.
The Respondent’s grounds in the ET3 Response

An example response to the claim from an employer.
The Acas Code

The Acas Code of Guidance on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures (the Code) sets out good practice guidelines for the handling of disciplinary and grievance issues in employment.
Glossary

An explanation of the Legal terms that you might need in an employment tribunal claim.
Costs in Employment Tribunal claims

General advice on the issue of costs in the Employment Tribunal.
Do I have to leave my job before making a claim?

You do not have to have left employment in order to bring most kinds of employment-related claims. Information on taking a case to an employment tribunal.