Testimonials
What our clients say about us…
“We hugely value the quality of support and advice we receive from Michael Cummins. As a large national multi-academy trust, it is essential we can work with partners who have a deep understanding of our challenges, have the capacity to respond quickly, sensitively and with precision.
The relationship we have developed with the Michael Cummins team has built confidence throughout our organisation with leaders gaining knowledge, benefiting from insight and improving the impact of our people work.”
Tom Campbell, CEO
e-act
“Mike and his team most importantly keep it simple by initially working backwards from what I would like the outcome to be. Talking through potential pitfalls along the way, so that we all have a clear plan of how the problem will be approached and resolved.
This simple, efficient, and highly effective way of working, fits perfectly for my small business structure and although thankfully I have not had to call on Mike regularly, I know the team are on hand should I need any personnel advice. I can very honestly say the glowing recommendation I initially received was spot on and one I can easily and happily endorse.”
Stephen Cook, Managing Director
Manuka Doctor Ltd
“My experience of working with Mike and Fabienne has been excellent. They are both professional, proactive, and friendly and understand our business and our people challenges.
As a result, they provide tailored advice on the best course of action that aligns with our business culture, people, and values. They both offer invaluable first-hand, sensible, and realistic support that we trust. I would highly recommend.”
Leigh, CWA
“I’ve known Mike for over 20 years and he is absolutely great to work with. What sets Mike apart from the crowd is his strategic thinking to challenging situations. I always feel in safe hands having his advice and guidance, and that of his team, to support us.
Mike provides a deep understanding of all aspects of Employment Law and balances this perfectly with understanding his client and their needs.
Mike and his team invest time to really get to know and understand their clients, this leaves us feeling like we have a valued partnership, a genuine extension of our own team.”
Zoe Wyles, CWA“Mike and his team have been supporting Stephen George + Partners for just under twenty years now. The reason we have stayed with him is his practice’s ability to convert complex legal processes into pragmatic approaches.
There have been many times we have debated the multiple ways we can approach an issue and have come away with an outcome we are very happy with, and it meets or exceeds the necessary legal requirements. Turnaround time has always been quick, which any business requires when a staff issue or a wider strategic matter arises. The combination of business-orientated solutions and the language of ‘we’ rather than ‘you’, when providing advice, makes it feel like Mike is part of the business and not a separate solicitor!”
Nick Austin, Practice Director
Stephen George & Partners
“Fabienne demonstrates a high level of legal expertise in the cases she handles. She is knowledgeable, diligent, and always willing to go above and beyond to achieve the best possible results.
Her ability to quickly analyze situations, develop effective strategies and provide clear and relevant legal advice is a real asset. In addition to her legal skills, Fabienne knows how to build trusting relationships with her clients. She listens carefully to their concerns, transparently informs them about the different options available, and guides them through the legal process. Her empathetic approach and open communication are invaluable to anyone in need of legal services
I am extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Fabienne and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for legal service.”
Sophie BENES, Director of Human Resources
APLUSA“We have worked with Mike for 10 years. Mike and his team have always provided us with an excellent employment law and HR service.
Mike’s team are extremely knowledgeable and approachable. Over the years we have been supported through a wide range of difficult staffing cases. What we really value is the expert and precise advice that is given and that can be acted on. We value and trust our professional relationship and would not consider another provider.”
Christina Bailey, Executive Headteacher
Fullhurst Community College
“Mike, Fabienne and the team go over and above for us every time we need legal counsel. As a business owner, to have trustworthy, reliable, and accessible legal support is vital to the success of our business.
They have helped transform how we manage business challenges requiring legal insight, but more like a business partner than just an advisor. They can do this because they have taken the time to understand my business and the challenges we face. They make doing business simple and straightforward, and we always have an honest chat about options and approaches. I would not deal with anybody else apart from Mike, Fabienne and the team at MC.”
James Nichols, Founder & CEO
Jam Care Group
“I've been working with Michael Cummins for seven years now, and I couldn't be more impressed. The team provide practical, actionable advice instead of drowning you in legal jargon.
What's more, they're incredibly friendly and prefer picking up the phone for a chat rather than lengthy email exchanges. It's this personal touch and their effective solutions that make them stand out. I highly recommend them for anyone needing employment law support.”
Esska
“My practice has worked with Mike and his team for many years. The team provide a practical approach to handling all employment issues. They do not use jargon or talk at you but instead confidently explain the options and consequences available. They provide step by step guidance, providing support at every stage.
Mike will work with you to achieve the best possible outcome and is always available to chat things through providing common sense advice as opposed to theoretical possibilities. The team provide the perfect combination of professionalism and approachability and are always on hand to answer any questions. They have guided us through some challenging and sensitive situations. I have no hesitation in recommending the retainer service.”
Helen Johnson, Managing Director/Solicitor and Higher Court Advocate
johnson astill
“Mike and the team at Cummins have worked on all of our employment law matters including Tribunal claims, day to day employee issues and wider strategic and policy matters for around 20 years now.
The team are highly flexible and innovative in their approach. Mike has a particular emphasis on helping us to make excellent commercial decision in the best interests of the business rather than looking at an issue with a narrow approach based only on the employment law situation. They are so personally committed to our business that we regard them as part of the Dunelm team. This means they work towards business focussed solutions and obtain outstanding results for us.”
Amanda Cox, Stores and People Director
Dunelm (Soft Furnishings) Ltd
“Mike and his team have been our employment advice lawyers for over 20 years, I always find their approach and advice pragmatic. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them and without question I go to them every time we need advice.”
Claire Stocks, Director
Legal Recoveries & Collections
“Mike and his team have been our trusted advisers on employment law for more than 15 years. They take a very practical approach to help find solutions in what are always difficult conversations.
In contrast to the more theoretical advice, Mike and his colleagues are focused on helping to find good solutions and win-win outcomes. In an environment where difficult conversations are often inevitable and tend towards the adversarial, it's refreshing to find pragmatic advice and such a positive, constructive approach to resolving issues. Thank you for your good sense and always wise counsel.”
Bryan Thomas, Managing Director
CPB Projects