Impending UK sports employment reforms: zero-hours, maternity, day 1 protections
Robert Lassey
Robert Lassey is a Barrister at 9 St John Street Chambers specialising in sports and employment law.Despite his relatively junior level of call (2016), Robert has quickly developed a formidable track record of successfully appearing on behalf of multiple parties in technically complex heavyweight cases which would ordinarily be reserved for significantly more senior Counsel.
Constantly in demand with Partners and Senior Solicitors from some of the UK's most distinguished law firms, he predominantly acts for high-net-worth individuals and large sports organisations, as well as various local authorities and NHS trusts.
With a particular expertise in discrimination, victimisation, and whistleblowing cases, Robert has already attracted recognition from both legal directories, with The Legal 500 describing
him as a rising star (2023 & 2024 eds) and Chambers and Partners ranking him as the 'only up and coming’ Employment law junior on the Northern Circuit (2023 & 2024 eds).
Robert also has a considerable drafting practice and is frequently instructed to settle pleadings and provide advice in high value claims on complex points of law and strategy. He is also a qualified Civil, Commercial, and Workplace Mediator.
him as a rising star (2023 & 2024 eds) and Chambers and Partners ranking him as the 'only up and coming’ Employment law junior on the Northern Circuit (2023 & 2024 eds).
Robert also has a considerable drafting practice and is frequently instructed to settle pleadings and provide advice in high value claims on complex points of law and strategy. He is also a qualified Civil, Commercial, and Workplace Mediator.
Alongside his busy practice, Robert also regularly volunteers his services through several pro-bono initiatives including ELAAS, Advocate, and FRU. He particularly enjoys representing football referees and other match officials charged with disciplinary offences.
Robert also holds a position as a Guest Lecturer at BPP Law School and is a Committee Member of the Employment Law Bar Association.
