The first post in a new series celebrating our trainee solicitors, Fozia is the newest trainee to join the team. Starting at the law centre in mid-April, her training contract has been fully funded through the much valued Justice First Fellowship project. Initially joining our employment and discrimination team, she is now regularly seeing clients and providing detailed advice under the supervision of an experienced solicitor. She has already had some excellent feedback from clients: “I’m very satisfied...the case was successful, and the whole process required very little effort from my side. No unnecessary meetings or stress — just clear communication and a great result. Truly efficient and professional.” “I recently dealt with Patrick and his trainee for an Employment issues. I found them to be helpful and thorough… I would definitely use [them] in the future, but hope I don't have any issues to be honest (touch wood).” “Their knowledge, professionalism and welcoming manner make it easy to discuss any issues. I cannot recommend them enough!” (fb)

Since April 2025 our Employment team have helped our clients secure over £303,740 in settlement agreements with their employers, a 60% increase over this time last year. Despite recent cuts to our employment funding, we remain determined to provide free and low-cost employment law advice to people living in Derbyshire. We are one of the only organisations in the East Midlands to do so. Whether you have a settlement agreement or another employment issue, our team is here to help, so contact us today. Contact us Monday - Friday 09.30 - 16.00 Call: 01246 550674 / 0800 707 6990 Email: dlc@derbyshirelawcentre.org.uk Text: 07781 482826 Textphone: 18001 01246 550674 (fb)