Chris Hogg

About Chris Hogg

I have practised employment law for over 15 years, acting for both employers and employees. I recognise the immense stress that issues at work can cause employees and I really enjoy being able to use my years of experience to help people through what can be a very difficult time. I make use of my in depth knowledge of employers’ practices to achieve my clients’ aims with as little fuss as possible.

Over the years I have advised employers and employees in many sectors including, technology, manufacturing, and the public sector. Having worked in the City for 10 years, I also have particular experience in financial services and I have acted for and against many of the leading banks, investment houses and insurance firms.

I am a highly experienced litigator, and where it is necessary to fight a case, I am a tenacious advocate for my clients. Claims I have been involved in recently include a maternity discrimination by a woman made redundant upon return from maternity leave, an age, sex and race discrimination claim which followed the appointment of a new manager, and several high court bonus claims.

Even where an employer is reluctant to engage in sensible discussions at an early stage, I will always proactively look at opportunities to reach a good outcome for my clients without the stress and expense of going to trial. I have successfully settled many cases through the use of meditation (where the parties have settlement discussions moderated by an independent third party) which is often an effective way of bringing parties together without the stress and uncertainty of a hearing.

I have advised many employees in respect of their rights in redundancy situations and where their employment may be transferred under TUPE. I also regularly advise employees about their terms of employment at the outset of the relationship.

If you are thinking of leaving your employer but concerned about any restrictions you may have on your ability to work for anyone else, I have particular expertise in post termination issues and have acted in many such cases both in and out of the courtroom.

Notable cases/Key achievements

• Tullet Prebon PLC v BGC Brokers L.P: I acted for 10 interdealer brokers whose ex-employer was seeking to prevent them from working for their new employer.
• Acting in respect of an highly antagonistic race, sex and age discrimination claim and reaching a positive outcome for all parties.
• Acting for an individual in a $13.5 million bonus claim in the Employment Tribunal.
• Acting for an individual under investigation for bullying and achieving a substantial settlement through the use of mediation.

Career history

• Monaco Solicitors: Senior Associate Solicitor, May 2017 – Present
• Nabarro LLP: Consultant, October 2016 – April 2017
• Langton Hudson Butcher (NZ): Senior Associate, July 2014 – September 2016
• Berwin Leighton Paisner LLP: Senior Associate, February 2008 – July 2013
• Kensington Swan October (NZ): Associate, 2005 – January 2008
• Stephenson Harwood LLP: Solicitor, October 2001- June 2005

What our clients say…

"I would highly recommend this firm"

Monaco are very passionate about what they specialise in and are there to help employees like me with employment problems with a combination of empathy, compassion, clear and realistic practical legal advice and hands on experience of real work life difficulties. I spoke to Chris and he was excellent and so clear in his advice. I would highly recommend this firm to help you with your work matters!

Naheed

"Exceptional and timely legal service"

Exceptional and timely legal service with a pragmatic approach taken to obtain the desired outcome. Chris Hogg led my case of a complex case case against my former employer of over 15 years including whistleblowing. Thank you to Chris and the Monaco Team and would recommend your expertise to others.

Saeed

"Chris Hogg was Amazing"

Chris Hogg was Amazing. I needed help with a settlement agreement against a huge organisation and Chris represented me. I found him to be very empathetic and very prompt at answering any queries I had. He was also very calm and reassuringly, just what you need when you are going through a big challenge like that. He is very good and explaining all the detail and will be honest with you as to what you can push for etc. I made contact after the process about an update and he was still so warm Great personable service...thank you Chris.

Anonymous

"Excellent, Excellent, Excellent"

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent. I cannot thank Monaco Solicitors (Chris) enough in how they accepted, handled and resolved my case so well and quickly. After three years of stress through a work related issue at employment tribunal level, upon contacting Monaco Solicitors who are there for employees, my case was resolved within weeks with a very positive outcome for me. There was no issue with my geographical location as I live at the opposite end of the country to their office.

Caroline

"Quick and thorough"

Chris was very helpful to me during a very stressful time. He pointed out that I was due far more compensation than I was being offered from my previous employer for an unfair dismissal. He was very quick and thorough in his responses.

Anonymous