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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Michael D.
2 weeks ago
Brilliant service throughout the transaction and v impressed with professionalism & competence displayed. Hassle free experience, which was v much appreciated. Michael Deeny
Jackie E.
3 weeks ago
When I moved several years ago, Smalleys Solicitors helped with both the selling and buying. I was impressed with them at the time so when it came to recently sorting out Wills and LPAs, they were my go-to solicitors. It was still the same high standard and I still remain impressed with them. Thank you Smalleys Solicitors Ltd.
Helen B.
4 weeks ago
Friendly professional team. Only problem was online form completion. Thanks for help
Bracken H.
1 month ago
Recently bought our first home, Frances and Louise made the whole experience so much smoother. Very friendly and professional They kept us up to date with every step, communication was perfect. They answered every question(and there was a lot) quickly. Couldn’t recommend them more!
Bianca H.
1 month ago
Myself and my partner bought a house this week and we used Smalleys. Just some feedback below.. we were absolutely over the moon with the service that was provided from Louise and Francis. The ladies had the perfect blend of professional and friendly mannerisms towards us. We would recommend your firm to multiple friends and family who are going through the house buying process as Louise and Francis made it as easy as possible for us. We look forward to working with you again if we ever come to sell. Thank you so much.
Mike B.
1 month ago
We recently used Smalleys for the purchase of our first home, and I couldn’t be happier with the service we received, especially from Frances & Louise. The whole team was professional, friendly, and kept us updated throughout the entire process. Communication was excellent, and any questions or issues were dealt with quickly and efficiently, which made the whole experience feel straightforward and stress-free. Everything went smoothly from start to finish, and I genuinely couldn’t recommend them more highly. Thank you for making what can be a daunting process such a positive experience!

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