Lianne Payne

Partner / Head of Employment

Lianne Payne is our Specialist Employment Law Solicitor and is the Head of Employment Law at Askews Legal LLP.

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 Coventry. She attended Finham Park School in Coventry, 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 Coventry.

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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I am currently using Askews for a range of services after the sudden passing of my mum. After helping me to write my will I knew Stephanie was the right person to go to when I needed to go through probate for my mum. She was very supportive and helpful and always quick to respond with any queries I had. I would highly recommend and am now using the conveyancing team to help me sell a house, who again are really helpful and responsive.
Sarah C.
Sarah C.
08:59 11 Apr 25
Lianne Payne expertly guided me through my Settlement Agreement with an intuitive ear to items that would be of most importance to me. Where needed Lianne interpreted the legal jargon clearly and was able to use examples of when and how certain clauses may apply.Lianne was very responsive and easy to contact via phone or email.All-in-all a very pleasant experience. I would readily recommend Askews and in particular Lianne Payne
Damian F.
Damian F.
13:18 09 Apr 25
Askews Legal have been extremely helpful throughout my matter, Harvin has gone above and beyond to assist my situation. I highly recommend this firm.
Iuliana I.
Iuliana I.
11:04 09 Apr 25
excellent service and reasonable fees charged
charles M.
charles M.
15:55 07 Apr 25
Appreciate the effort from Mrs.Parvinder who has completed my case on time and responded my queries well. also thanks to the conveyancing team, who supported my case.
Kumar P.
Kumar P.
13:59 03 Apr 25
I recently sold my property and purchased a new home. Jane and Gurpreet were efficient, responsive and patient throughout. They kept me informed at all points; I didn’t expect them to work such long and unusual hours! A great service and I can’t thank them both enough for all their hard work. They were recommended to me by my colleague and I can now see why, as they are such a great company. Thanks again.
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jonathon A.
04:23 02 Apr 25

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