Katie's Experience
Katie has over 18 years’ experience in dealing with all aspects of HR and employment law matters and is a longstanding member of the Employment Lawyers Association.
Katie acts for both employers and individuals and has a wealth of experience in representing clients before the Employment Tribunal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal, the Court of Appeal and in mediation, including judicial mediation.
How Katie helps
- Unfair dismissal claims
- Wrongful dismissal claims
- Redundancy
- Discrimination claims
- Employment contracts
- Grievances
- Disciplinary matters
- Policies and procedures
- TUPE
- Settlement agreements
- Flexible working rights
Expertise
Katie's particular expertise is in TUPE, the law relating to handling redundancies, collective consultation and trade unions, and she has advised on complex TUPE situations for local and national organisations.
Katie prides herself on building lasting relationships with her clients so that she can support them by offering pragmatic and workable solutions to issues that arise in the workplace.
Recognition
Katie and her team are extremely proud to have won the Employment Team of the Year Award for four consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) at the Sheffield & District Law Society Awards!
They also advised alongside our wider commercial law team on a deal which won National/International Deal of the Year at the 2023 South Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards.
In 2024, we were once again independently ranked for the fifth consecutive year as one of the ‘Three Best Rated’ Employment Solicitors in Sheffield, recognising our position as a leading provider in the region.
You can also read some of Katie's reviews from clients at the independent review platform - Review Solicitors
Reviews include:
"From the moment I had my initial conversation with Katie, I immediately felt at ease. Her combination of expertise, fairness, and determination assured me that I had a reliable advocate by my side. Katie handled every aspect with clarity and efficiency, alleviating a significant amount of stress. I wholeheartedly endorse Katie - thank you!"
"Katie recently advised on my redundancy settlement agreement. Katie was great to deal with - very approachable & friendly, quick turnaround time, explained all the legal jargon well, and most importantly I feel that the legal advice that I got was first class with Katie making several adjustments to my agreement to make sure that I was properly protected. Would recommend. Thank-you Katie!"
Client feedback
Excellent service from any of the categories that serve the public.
Mr T, Carr Vale
Straightforward explanation of each section of the settlement agreement with ample opportunity to ask questions and have “plain English” discussion. An open and friendly, but professional manner was evident from the advisor.
Mr R, Clay Cross
It was a real pleasure to meet with Katie Ash; she made my “getting legal advice” simple, straightforward with compassion yet professional.
Mr P, Rise Park
Banner Jones were recommended to me and I shall certainly recommend to others. I have rarely been made to feel so at ease while being so impressed.
Dr H, Sheffield
Katie's latest articles
What are the proposed changes to the Employment Rights Bill?
Neonatal Leave becomes a Day 1 right
Business First Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2024
Accreditations
Contact Katie
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- Director
- Solicitor
- Head of Employment Law
- KatieAsh@bannerjones.co.uk
- 01246 560519
- Sheffield - Abbey House 0114 275 5266
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