Partner & Employment Lawyer in Birmingham
How Can Jane Help You?
With over 20 years' experience of advising employers on all aspects of employment law, Jane specialises in complex employment litigation, particularly discrimination issues and advising on strategic HR projects, including redundancies and restructurings, mergers and collaborations, and senior recruitments and terminations. She advises commercial and charity clients but has developed a special interest and expertise in advising universities and FE colleges on employment issues.
Jane is part of our Coronavirus Response team and provides specialist support to higher education institutions on the challenges posed by coronavirus.
Coronavirus and Brexit pose many financial challenges to universities. Jane can confidently support you through the HR aspects of these challenges and guide you through any strategic decisions you make.
Meeting Your Needs
Jane is commended for her practical, no nonsense approach and her experience means that she can guide employers through the most sensitive and complex employment and HR issues providing solutions that really work on the ground.
Year of qualification - 1994
What Others Say 
Chambers & Partners says that Jane 'is highly regarded for her in-depth knowledge of the education sector and for her skills as a litigator. She is applauded for her wise and practical approach, with one source commenting: 'She would never simply say what you want to hear; she deals sensitively and with emotional intelligence in an area where understanding people is vital'.'
"She is a strong, formidable lawyer." - Chambers & Partners 2021
"She is a big hitter and has maintained some longstanding client relationships." - Chambers & Partners 2021
"Jane Byford – Always has the time to talk through your issue and ensure that you fully understand all options available to you." - Chambers & Partners 2021
What You Might Like to Know
- Jane has considerable experience of providing client training and is a regular speaker at seminars, workshops and conferences.
- She co-authored Workplace Stress: Law and Practice (Law Society, 2003)
- She is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.
- Jane loves all things Italian and enjoys holidaying in Sicily.