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If you have any concerns about the way your employer has handled your maternity/paternity/shared parental leave or pay, our experienced employment solicitors will assess your circumstances and let you know what your next steps should be. Call us today on 08000 284 396, or enquire online.
If you need any legal advice or assistance with regards to maternity and paternity leave, contact the Davis Blank Furniss team now.
In the UK, Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) is paid for up to 39 weeks. For the first six weeks, you receive 90% of your average weekly earnings before tax. For the next 33 weeks, you get either £172.48 per week or 90% of your average weekly earnings, whichever is lower. To qualify, you must earn at least £123 per week on average, give proper notice to your employer, and meet other eligibility criteria. Your employer may offer additional maternity pay on top of SMP, which can vary depending on their policies. It's advisable to consult with your employer's HR department for specific details.
statutory maternity pay (SMP) rates in the UK typically increase each April in line with inflation and government policy. However, these have not been published yet. To get the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding SMP rates for 2024/25, you should refer to official government sources, such as the UK government's website or consult with your employer's HR department. Government policies and rates can change, so it's essential to rely on the most recent information for planning maternity leave and pay.
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Excellent experience start to finish – always very responsive to any queries and the turnaround on the property I was buying was very quick, even in the busy time leading up to stamp duty deadline. Jenny was always very helpful and went above and beyond to close on a short timescale.
“Very approachable, practical solutions to problems, but most of all very responsive which I personally think is very important because if you need help, you need it quickly, or at least to know someone is looking at it for you”.
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“I believe I have been able to establish a professional working relationship with everyone I have come into contact. Importantly, I sense the relationships which have been established give me the confidence that I can make contact with Davis Blank Furniss at any time and on any matter. I would also like to express my thanks to the very impressive “gatekeepers” who work in reception, not only for making me very welcome, but also for their professionalism”
“Thank you for your efficient and friendly help throughout this process. We have had it easy but your approach has been part of that”.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you personally for the ongoing support and assistance the firm has offered to our parents over the years. I hope also that we may be able to call on you if necessary in the future.”
“Jo always provides great service, understands our needs and delivers on her promises. Our needs are relatively simple but the complexity arises out of the volume of work and short time frames, Jo always delivers.”
“A big thank you to all who dealt with my wife’s claim… We would not hesitate to recommend Davis Blank Furniss to anyone that may be in a situation like we have been…”
“Before putting my case in Kirsty (Morbey)’s capable hands I’ve met a couple of other solicitors. None of them listen to me as intently as Kirsty and showed me as much empathy and understanding as she did. Simultaneously she was able to look at my case from legal perspective, explain all the options and follow each of our meetings with written summary of the discussed matters (in timely manner). Her advice was invaluable and led me to successfully ending the case matter (hopeful for good). I’m forever grateful for he work and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, knowledgeable and committed solicitor”.
Our Manchester office is rated 5 stars on Google
If you need any legal advice or assistance with regards to personal or family law, contact the Davis Blank Furniss team now.
If you need any legal advice or assistance with regards to personal or family law, contact the Davis Blank Furniss team now.
If you need any legal advice or assistance from our Manchester office, contact the Davis Blank Furniss team now.
If you need any legal advice or assistance from our Glossop office, contact the Davis Blank Furniss team now.
