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Losing your job can be one of the most stressful experiences in your working life. Under Irish law, a dismissal must be both fair in reason and fair in process. If either of these is missing, it may amount to unfair dismissal.
Examples of Unfair Dismissal include:
No fair reason given: Dismissed without a clear, valid explanation.
Unfair redundancy selection: Chosen for redundancy without objective or transparent criteria.
Lack of due process: No proper warnings, no chance to respond or no fair hearing.
Constructive dismissal: Forced to resign due to your employer’s behavior.
The law also protects employees from dismissal for automatically unfair reasons, such as:
Pregnancy or maternity leave.
Exercising parental or paternity leave rights.
Trade union membership.
Making a complaint or asserting your statutory rights.
Redundancy happens when your role is genuinely no longer required. However, for redundancy to be lawful, the process must be handled correctly:
The role itself, not the individual, must be redundant.
Fair and transparent selection criteria must be used.
Employees must be consulted and given proper notice.
If redundancy is used as a cover for unfair dismissal or if the process is rushed or poorly managed, you may have grounds for a claim.
At FirstStep Employment Law, we ensure your case is prepared with care and precision, so it is presented confidently at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC). Our role is to ensure your voice is heard, your rights are protected, and you are guided clearly through every step of the process.
Our role is to:
Review your dismissal or redundancy process and identify where it may have been unfair.
Explain your legal position in plain English, so you know exactly where you stand.
Prepare your documentation, evidence and written submissions to the WRC.
Provide a clear strategy so you can present your case with confidence.
Offer affordable, expert employment law support that is accessible.
Initial Consultation (€350)
Every Case starts with a confidential 90 minute consultation.
For a fixed fee you get a specialist legal advice that delivers expert guidance and practical solutions you deserve.
Case Review
We review your situation in detail before you commit to any proceedings. This includes:
A tailored intake questionnaire
Review of your documents in advance
A 90 minute 1:1 Consultation
A written opinion covering
The strengths and weaknesses of your case
The legal options available
Practical next steps
You will have a clear understanding of your options and decide confidently whether your case is worth pursing. You can make informed decisions about your cases with expert guidance.
Case Presentation Options
If your case is suitable you can choose the structure that works best for you:
Fixed Fee Case Presentation one agreed fee with no surprises
Pay As Go Support flexible hourly or staged support gives you full control
We keep things simple with clear pricing and honest advice with no hidden costs
Redundancy happens when your role is genuinely no longer required. But to be lawful, the process must be handled correctly:
Unfair dismissal and redundancy claims must be lodged within 6 months.
Extensions are rare, so early action is essential for your case.
Keep all contracts, notices, emails and letters to support your case.
If you are dealing with a workplace issue or need expert employment law advice for your business, we are here to help. Contact us today and take the first step toward resolving your employment law matter.
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