Sally Eastwood

Senior Associate

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What clients say...

"Sally was able to guide me carefully through concerns I had with my employer and through her diligent and detailed efforts, was able to achieve a fair and reasonable outcome for all parties."

"Sally was brilliant, from her supportive approach with me as we identified what case we had to working professionally but tenaciously with my employer to reach a fair outcome. I would highly recommend Sally, for her capability but also making a very upsetting and stressful time feel bearable, she was absolutely lovely, and I am so grateful for the outcome she achieved."

"After being recommended to get in touch with Kilgannon & Partners, I was more than impressed with the polished, professional, responsive and yet human service from Sally Eastwood. With her experienced advice, I secured the best outcome I could have hoped for with my employment settlement. Thank you Sally, you were exactly what I needed!."

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Sally has over 13 years’ experience helping employers and employees resolve workplace issues with clear, prompt and practical employment law advice.

My expertise spans a wide range of employment law matters, including:


  • Workplace Disputes: Assisting with grievances, performance, disciplinary issues, and conflict resolution.
  • Contracts & Staff Handbooks: Drafting and advising on employment contracts including post-termination restrictions, service agreements, and workplace policies and procedures.
  • Dismissals & Redundancies: Advising on unfair dismissal claims and redundancy processes.
  • Settlement Agreements: Providing expert advice on their terms and implications and negotiating the best settlement terms.
  • Discrimination & Harassment: Supporting clients with discrimination claims.
  • Employment Tribunals: Representing clients in disputes and securing favourable outcomes.


For employers, I give practical and proactive advice tailored to your business to help you manage your workforce with confidence and can provide direct solutions to your people problems. From addressing disciplinary, sickness absence and performance issues to drafting compliant contracts and policies that protect your business, I can support you in creating a secure legal environment for employing a productive and happy workforce. 


For employees, I provide clear guidance through difficult workplace situations, protecting your rights and ensuring your concerns are addressed. Whether you’re navigating a grievance, facing disciplinary or performance allegations, considering a settlement offer, or pursuing a claim, I deliver robust yet compassionate advice. 


I pride myself on excellent client care, evidenced by over 40 five-star independent reviews on Review Solicitors. Clients appreciate my approachable style, keen attention to detail, results-driven approach and prompt responses. I’m passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for clients, whether that’s resolving a workplace issue swiftly or representing them at an Employment Tribunal. 


Before joining Kilgannon & Partners in January 2025, I spent 14 successful years at a leading regional law firm in the North West, most recently as a Partner specialising in employment law.


Insights from Sally

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By Anthony Thompson • October 22, 2026
New fire and rehire restrictions are expected in January 2027. Discover which contractual changes are affected and how employers can prepare.
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By Nicola Cockerill • October 20, 2026
Explore key employment law changes, the areas they may affect and practical steps employers can take to prepare their business and HR policies.
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September 25, 2026
From 1 January 2027 unfair dismissal protection moves to six months and the compensation cap is removed. See what employers should change now.
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September 25, 2026
From 30 October 2026, employers face liability for third-party harassment. Find out what changes and the practical steps businesses should take now.
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September 25, 2026
From 30 October 2026 employers must take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment and address third-party harassment. See what to do now.
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February 3, 2026
Did the use of NHS changing room by transgender woman give rise to claims for harassment and/or indirect discrimination?
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February 3, 2026
The appeal judgment criticised the original tribunal’s handling of both disability and justification issues. The judgment indicates that employers making dismissals based on assessment of readiness for promotion, without the employee having carried out the work for the role above, will struggle to show that decision is
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January 19, 2026
Ms Sanju Pal succeeds in appeal against Accenture at the Employment Appeal Tribunal – Tribunal’s reasoning on disability discrimination due to endometriosis was “wholly inadequate” and the decision could not stand
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December 18, 2025
A tribunal ruled non-binary identity does not amount to gender reassignment. Learn the legal reasoning and workplace implications with Kilgannon Law.
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December 11, 2025
A tribunal has held that the dismissal of a cleaner working two jobs and 17-hour days was fair. Learn why the decision was upheld, the key factors considered, and what this means for employers managing fatigue and safety risks.