Lianne Payne

Legal Director

Lianne Payne is our Specialist Employment Law Solicitor and is the Head of Employment Law at Smalleys Solicitors .

Lianne has over 17 years’ experience as a specialist employment solicitor, advising corporate clients on a broad range of employment law issues, including TUPE transfers, redundancies, settlement agreements and exit strategies, complex disciplinary and grievances matters, post termination restrictions and Employment Tribunals claims. Lianne is also very experienced in drafting bespoke contracts of employment and staff handbook policies and procedures.

Lianne regularly speaks on various employment law topics in the local area and provides training to the Firm’s clients as well as guest lecturing for some of the region’s leading Universities.

Lianne was previously a Partner at De Marco Hunter Solicitors, a niche employment law practice, based in Nottingham. She attended Finham Park School in Nottingham, before undertaking a Degree in Law & Criminology at Keele University and carrying out her post graduate studies in Bristol. Lianne trained with Penmans Solicitors in Nottingham.

Lianne is passionate about competitive sports, homemade crafts, Christmas and all things Roald Dahl. When she isn’t working, she can be found teaching Taekwondo, playing Netball, holidaying in the Isle of Wight or spending time with her children. Lianne also has a keen interest in the local property market.

Lianne works Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and can be contacted by email on her non-working days.

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Sean K.

7 days ago

I would highly recommend Smalleys, and in particular Louise Mangham and Fran Matthews, who dealt with the sale of my property. It was an exceptionally challenging and at times frustrating transaction, with repeated changes to the proposed completion date, further enquiries being raised very late in the process, and a number of difficulties arising on the buyer’s side. Throughout it all, Louise and Fran remained professional, patient and incredibly persistent in working towards getting the sale completed. I appreciate that many of the difficulties were outside their control, but I always felt that they were doing everything they could to move matters forward, keep me informed and deal with the issues as they arose. I know I wasn't always the easiest client during the more stressful stages of the sale, and I certainly did my fair share of chasing! Nevertheless, Louise and Fran remained helpful and professional throughout, and I’m very grateful for the perseverance they showed in getting the transaction over the line. Thank you both for all your hard work. I would have no hesitation in recommending Smalleys, Louise and Fran to anyone looking for a professional and committed conveyancing team.

Andrew B.

1 week ago

We cannot recommend Smalley’s Solicitors highly enough. Louise and Frances in the conveyancing team were absolutely excellent throughout the whole process. They were professional, efficient, approachable and incredibly helpful, keeping us informed and dealing with everything with real care and attention. Moving home can be stressful, but Louise and Frances made the legal side of the process feel organised, clear and under control. Their communication was excellent, and whenever we needed help or clarification, they were responsive and reassuring. We genuinely felt that they were looking after our interests and doing everything they could to keep things moving. A huge thank you to both Louise and Frances for all their hard work and for helping us get safely over the finishing line. We are extremely grateful and would happily recommend Smalley’s conveyancing team to anyone buying or selling a property. Five stars, thoroughly deserved. Andrew and Sheila

Sandra M.

3 weeks ago

Can highly recommend Mrs Deanne Taylor for her help with Lasting power of attorney. very professional and friendly, as was the rest of the people who works there, always there to help you.

Pauline D.

3 weeks ago

M S.

4 weeks ago

I contacted Smalleys Solicitors recently, as I wanted to make a will. I was put in touch with Deanne who was extremely knowledgeable and patient, she and the team at Smalleys made the process simple and straightforward, they answered any questions I had, and ensured I was happy throughout. I would highly recommend anyone looking to seek any legal assistance to contact Smalleys Solicitors, you won't be disappointed!

Peter B.

4 weeks ago

Deanne handled my late father’s estate with real professionalism during a difficult time. I was coordinating everything from the US, working against a compressed timeframe, and she was consistently accurate, responsive, and fast. Every detail was handled correctly the first time, communication was clear, and she showed genuine kindness throughout a process that’s never easy for a family. I’d recommend her without hesitation to anyone dealing with an estate, especially from a distance.

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Lianne Payne

Areas of expertise in individual services

Personal Employment Law

Whistleblowing

Unfair Dismissal

Settlement Agreements

Discrimination

Areas of expertise in business services

Employment Law

Unfair And Wrongful Dismissal

TUPE

Redundancy for Employers

Employment Contracts For Employers

Discrimination for Employers

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