Blog Categories
Filter the blog to find posts that could help you
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Do I need a solicitor to draft my particulars of claim?
Small Call to Action Headline
The simple answer is: no. Many litigants in person successfully prepare their own particulars of claim employment tribunal, so long as you're organised and follow tribunal rules.
Legal representation isn’t mandatory
Employment tribunals were intended for individuals to represent themselves. Being a litigant in person, you’re not required to have a solicitor or barrister—and tribunals won’t expect legal language or polished drafting.
But when might a solicitor help?
While not essential, a solicitor can be helpful in certain situations:
Complex claims: If your case involves multiple legal claims—like unfair dismissalandrelated discrimination—you might appreciate expert guidance.
Legal test clarity: A solicitor can help identify and frame the relevant legal tests in your case.
Strike‑out risks: Tribunals can strike out poorly drafted claims. A solicitor can reduce that risk.
Strategic planning: They can advise on documents, timeline, and whether your supporting evidence is strong enough.
How self‑representation works in practice
Many litigants in person do fine on their own. While it's doable, many self-represented individuals benefit from a better understanding of how to present their particulars of claim clearly.
Tribunal support for LIPs
Tribunals have mechanisms to help litigants in person:
They may prompt you if your claim is unclear
You can be asked to provide “further and better particulars” if needed
Tribunal staff and judges can assist, but won’t draft your case for you ⏤ tribunals must remain impartial
Other options include:
Citizens Advice Bureau– free legal advice
Pro bono clinics– law firms and Universities sometimes support litigants in person
Affordable legal coaching– helps you draft your particulars without full representation
.
Small Call to Action Headline
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Autem dolore, alias,numquam enim ab voluptate id quam harum ducimus cupiditate similique quisquam et deserunt,recusandae.
Small Call to Action Headline
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Autem dolore, alias,numquam enim ab voluptate id quam harum ducimus cupiditate similique quisquam et deserunt,recusandae.
Small Call to Action Headline
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Autem dolore, alias,numquam enim ab voluptate id quam harum ducimus cupiditate similique quisquam et deserunt,recusandae.
Chronology of a claim
Disclaimer: Please note, none of the answers on this page or connected pages are legal advice, and whilst reasonable steps are taken to ensure its accuracy at the time of publication, the law changes regularly
🧭 Navigating your Claim
⏳ Chronology of a Claim
Click the button below to view the resources relevant to the stage your claim is at, and what is ahead of you!
Try to settle the dispute without starting a claim.
Not able to resolve your issue? Then set out your complaint by completing the ET1 and respond with an ET3
Once the claim has started get the roadmap for your case at a Case Management Hearing ("CMH").
The CMH may identify specific issues to resolve before a Final Hearing, like strike-out or employment status.
You will be ordered to exchange all relevant documents with the other side.
You will need to write a detailed account of your evidence before the Final Hearing and possibly any Preliminary Hearing, and send it to the other side.
This is when your case is decided by the tribunal.
If you win, this stage decides compensation or reinstatement
You may be able to challenge the outcome — but only on limited grounds.
🎥 Other Resources
📚 Free Guide 📘
Click here for my free tribunal guide.
PAGES
Home
About Me
Contact Me
Copyright Information
Disclaimer
Price Transparency
Privacy Notice and Data Protection Information
Regulatory Information
CONNECT
LinkedIn
Twitter