Our Team

Blair Toner

Blair Toner

Managing Partner, Barrister

I am a specialist employment lawyer passionate about access to justice and helping people solve their work-related problems. I have extensive knowledge in all areas of employment law, focusing on employment tribunal litigation and negotiating exits for employees. I founded Toner Legal so I could help more people. I represent clients nationwide and have attended many employment tribunals across the UK, including Scotland. Click to read more:>>

Adam Cooke

Adam Cooke

Partner

I have specialised in all areas of employment law for 10 years, with extensive experience in dealing with settlement discussions between employee and employer. I have extensive experience in acting for both employee and employer, and therefore have considerable experience in assessing what an employer’s approach to settlement discussions is likely to be, and how to pitch an individual’s case in the right way to make settlement as likely as possible.   Click to read more:>>

Helen Alty

Helen Alty

Partner

After qualifying as a Solicitor in 2002, I chose to specialise in Employment Law. I was allowed to establish and develop an Employment Law Department, which eventually expanded across seven offices. Whilst heading this department, I worked for a diverse range of employers of all sizes, which gave me insight into how business leaders and human resources make decisions. This insight has been crucial when representing and negotiating on behalf of individuals, which remains my main motivation and passion. Click to read more:>>

Rubel Bashir

Rubel Bashir

Partner

I’ve specialised in employment law for over a decade, and in that time, I’ve built a deep understanding of the field. My focus is always helping individuals assert their rights at work, whether that’s through negotiating exit packages or dealing with complex issues like discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing. Click to read more:>>

Craig Warde

Craig Warde

Partner

Solicitor – Wills, Probate & Mental Capacity Law I am a solicitor with over two decades of experience advising on mental capacity law, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), deputyship applications, Wills, probate, and Court of Protection work. My practice is rooted in helping individuals and families navigate life-changing decisions with clarity and compassion. Click to read more:>>

Sophia Acton

Sophia Acton

Trainee Solicitor

I started working with Toner Legal as a paralegal and am now training to be a solicitor who will specialise in employment law. I have always had an eager interest in employment law and helping people. I have worked at other law firms and the Citizens Advice Bureau. I graduated in 2019 in Modern Foreign Languages (Italian and Spanish) with a First-Class Degree and continue to utilise my language skills when necessary. Click to read more:>>

Joanne Forristal

Joanne Forristal

Client Service Specialist

I am here to make your first experience with Toner Legal as smooth and reassuring as possible. With over a decade of experience in customer focused roles in communication, coaching and service delivery, I understand how important it is to feel heard and supported, especially when navigating legal matters. Click to read more:>>

Get In Touch

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“I came across Toner legal via a Google search online. Sadly I needed their service due to disability discrimination and harassment in the work place. I suffer with anxiety too , however the way Adam conducted himself from start to finish made it less stressful than I initially thought. Although at times I kept email and texting when feeling stressed and confused with how I was being treated by my employer, this was not an issue for Adam. He managed our case and got an excellent settlement.”

Andrew Prime

“I highly recommend Blair Toner and team for any employment related legal advice. He was quick to understand the situation and provided balanced advice on possible next steps. Thank-you.”

Charlie Cowan

“Mr Toner provided me with an outstanding service throughout my long and difficult case. Always available to communicate with, he never ceased to amaze me with not only his extensive legal knowledge but also his patience/ ability to translate it into easily understandable English. To quote the opposing Barrister at the opening of my cross examination she described our Witness Statement as ‘forensic’ – needless to say we had a very successful outcome. If I had to sum up Mr Toner’s service in just one word – Outstanding – would be the only word I would need. I always felt he was at least one step ahead of the opposition and in the end that proved to be the case. Thank you Mr Toner.”

- Ian Lee

“An exceptional Barrister I would highly recommend. Great communication throughout the whole journey. Clear and concise at every stage of the process.”

Lynne

“I was and still am amazed with a phone call from Mr Blair Toner and all the advice he gave me, after listening patiently to my circumstances. And all that, before I made any commitment to their services. He clarified all my doubts, pointed me in the right direction and the minimum I can do, is recommend their services immensely. This experience, made my day. Thank you!”

Cesar Meneghetti