Anissa Hallworth
Managing Director
Anissa joined Hayes + Storr in 2011, having previously practised as a solicitor in Norfolk for seven years. She is the Managing Director of the firm and specialises in all aspects of dispute resolution. Anissa advises both employers and employees across the full spectrum of employment law matters, and also supports companies with a wide range of business and commercial work.
Anissa represents individuals and companies in court disputes and has successfully negotiated very good settlements on their behalf. She has won a number of Employment Tribunal hearings where she completes the representation of clients herself in the Employment Tribunal. She completes her own advocacy in both the Employment Tribunal and the county court.
Anissa has won a number of high profile claims for clients in the court and the Employment Tribunal, including most recently a claim against a local council for disability discrimination. She acts for a number of employers and has successfully defended many Employment Tribunal claims against them.
Anissa has been the training officer for the local Law Society for the last 5 years and also completes a large amount of work with local charities and pro bono legal advice for charities.
On a personal level, Anissa is married and enjoys walking and cycling. She is a member of a number of local groups and enjoys entertaining and reading.
CLIENT COMMENTS
“We needed the help of a Solicitor and after doing a google search we chose this firm of Solicitors. Best decision we made. Anissa Hallworth was professional and caring. She took on our case and explained clearly the way forward and kept us updated at every stage. Cannot thank Anissa enough. If you need a solicitor look no further.”
ARTICLES BY ANISSA
What employers need to know about hidden disabilities
Investigating employee misconduct: how to get it right
What to do next if you receive an employment tribunal claim
New year and a fresh start for employers
Is your workplace sympathetic to the menopause?
The future of the workplace and working from home
Employee, worker or self-employed? Comparing status and rights
