Shared insights: Preparing for Employment Tribunal hearings in the health and care sector
14 October 2025
This Shared Insights forum took place on 14 October 2025.
This practical session delved into the complexities of employment tribunal proceedings, offering practical tips, from the preparation of defense documents to giving evidence at the hearing.
What did the session cover?
- Litigants in person: Navigating the challenges of self-represented parties in tribunal proceedings.
- Disclosure: Understanding the duty and the consequences of inadequate disclosure
- Supporting witnesses: Positive impact of effectively supporting witnesses throughout the process.
- Giving evidence: Preparing to deliver evidence confidently and persuasively at the hearing.
We were joined by an expert speaker who shared their recent experience of giving evidence in tribunal, offering reflections from the process, and providing valuable insights for all attendees.
The session was be co-chaired by Helen Badger, Partner and Jacqui Atkinson, Head of Employment Healthcare at Browne Jacobson
Jacqui Atkinson
Head of Employment Healthcare
jacqui.atkinson@brownejacobson.com
+44 (0)330 045 2547
Contact Jacqui
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