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.Rubel Bashir

Previously, I headed the employment department for a national law firm, representing clients from all walks of life. I’ve had the privilege of advising everyone from senior executives to everyday employees, ensuring they receive fair treatment in the workplace. I’m proud of the results I’ve achieved, often for clients facing challenging and overwhelming situations.

My Approach

My top priority is providing practical, straightforward advice that makes a real difference. I believe in honesty and transparency with clients, helping them understand their options to find the best possible solution together. I regularly manage cases of discrimination, whistleblowing, grievances, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and dismissals, often representing clients in employment tribunals. My passion for making a broader impact has led me to feature as an expert on national platforms such as the BBC and Sky News, discussing critical employment law issues.

Career Highlights

Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to secure some great results for my clients. Here are a few of the moments I’m most proud of:

  • Successfully securing a reinstatement order and compensation for a client who was unfairly dismissed, after their employer refused to reinstate them.
  • Winning a disability discrimination case that resulted in a settlement of over £250,000.
  • Settling a rare associative discrimination claim before it reached the tribunal stage.
  • Arguing and proving employment status in a complex tribunal case, which led to a significant settlement.
  • Reaching a favourable settlement in a whistleblowing case after nine days of hearings.
  • Succeeding in an appeal to the Employment Appeal Tribunal in a redundancy consultation case that gained widespread recognition.

Get In Touch

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

- Lynne

“Blair is a great Barrister that supported me to win a very difficult case that I had previously spent thousands of pounds with a solicitor before l contacted him directly. He went beyond the required duties to even support me in sourcing funding from external sources to enable me pay for the court fees. His own fees were so reasonable and l wished l met him at the beginning of this case which should have saved me a lot of money. I really recommend his service to anyone as he is very good and will also be real with you”

- Patricia Obichukwu

“I had a long drawn out employment professional negligence claim which Blair took on. From start to finish I was extremely impressed by his professionalism and handling of a very difficult case. Blair handled the negotiations with my insurer, which was greatly appreciated. I received a final settlement which I was very pleased with,and I would highly recommend Blair and the Toner legal team.”

Graham W.

“I would like to thank Adam, through the support of the firm, Toner Legal, for guiding me through the entire process. The communication, understanding and personable approach was second to none. I would highly recommend the firm’s legal representatives for providing outstanding services.”

Navrishi Gupta

“Earlier this year I had a situation where my ex employer refused to pay what was owed after leaving the employment. The sum owed was in the region of £5000 and I was recommended Blair Toner. From the very first introduction and conversation of the problem, Blair guided me through the process of ‘Small Claims’ and linked me with the necessary forms etc. After winning judgement, still no payment happened. Blair then guided me through the process of appointing Court Baliffs and that resulted in the debt being paid in full. I personally would recommend Toner Legal and in fact Blair has since sorted a similar problem my son had experienced to my son’s total satisfaction.”

Alan Edward Goodes