Emily Kidd

Partner

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What clients say...

"It was a pleasure to speak with Emily who was very approachable and gave clear and sensible advice. Understood what was important to me and acted on this. I would use again."

"Emily at Kilgannon & Partners LLP provided prompt and professional advice. I'd be happy to recommend her for support in any employment law matters."

"I am very pleased with the excellent and efficient service provided by Emily Kidd. Many thanks."

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I advise on all aspects of employment law, with a strategic focus on providing practical, commercially minded legal support for employers.

I’m 20 years qualified and work with organisations and employees to find clear, workable solutions to workplace issues, including unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, performance concerns, strategic exits, TUPE, and the effective management of disciplinary and grievance processes.


I’m passionate about securing the best outcome for my clients and I’m known for setting out the risk and reward of different strategies in a straightforward way, so people can make confident decisions based on what matters most to them.


I have acted in a number of reported and high-profile Employment Tribunal cases, including complex discrimination matters, cases involving blue-chip organisations, class actions, and work involving highly sensitive data (including matters subject to restricted press reporting). On a day-to-day basis, I provide dedicated legal support to a select number of organisations, supporting them with their wider HR and employment law needs as a trusted advisor.


I also specialise in data protection issues in the employment context and have carried out a number of GDPR audits for organisations, helping them reduce risk and strengthen governance.


Outside of work, I’m a proud supporter of Oakleaf Mental Health Charity and a member of its Mental Health Leaders Network. In 2023, I ran a half marathon and raised over £1,000 for the charity. I enjoy golf and sunny holidays, especially when the two can be combined.


Contact: ek@kilgannonlaw.co.uk | 07970 870 014 | www.linkedin.com/in/emilykidd/


Insights from Emily

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National Living Wage and Minimum Wage - Rate Changes

March 31, 2025
A full time employee that is over 21 will soon be earning nearly £24,000 per annum which could mean that more employees are close to the minimum wage. Having an employee working close to the minimum wage poses risks to businesses. For example, if an employee works any overtime, they may then fall below the minimum wage.
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Demystifying GDPR: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Employers

February 26, 2024
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been a game-changer in the world of data protection, and its implications for employers in the United Kingdom are substantial. In this comprehensive guide, we will demystify GDPR, exploring its fundamental principles and the profound impact it has on the workplace.
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GDPR Compliance in HR: Best Practices for Safeguarding Employee Data

January 23, 2024
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) revolutionised the way organisations handle personal data, and for Human Resources (HR) departments in the United Kingdom, compliance is paramount. This article provides a comprehensive exploration of best practices for HR to safeguard employee data and ensure GDPR compliance in the workplace.