Solicitor at Blacks Solicitors LLP

Blacks Solicitors LLP

Paul Kelly

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 317010

Paul Kelly is a Partner at Blacks Solicitors LLP and Head of the Employment Law team. Having practiced exclusively in employment law since 2005, Paul is regarded as an experienced practitioner who is known for his common sense approach to dealing with employment disputes and his focus on achieving the best commercial outcome for his clients. He specialises in advising on redundancy, restructuring, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and employment litigation, and has particular expertise in advising on and negotiating exit strategies on behalf of employers and employees. He is recognised by the Legal 500 as being a “phenomenal lawyer”, “personable” and “technically strong.” Paul is also a visiting lecturer at the University of Law.

City Point, 29 King Street, LS1 2HL

Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas

Employment

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  • Employment 100%

Paul Kelly

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16 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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James
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August 04, 2025 20250804010000

Extremely happy with the service

5

Extremely happy with the service, Paul K was quick to respond, professional and informative. He made a difficult situation much easier to deal with. Highly recommended!

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A representative from Blacks Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2025

Thanks very much for your comments James. We’re glad you felt everything was handled professionally and that we met your expectations.

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July 28, 2025 20250728010000

Good service

5

Paul was efficient, professional and knowledgeable. A short, but overall good service.

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A representative from Blacks Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2025

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear Paul provided a professional and efficient service.

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Karen
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July 26, 2025 20250726010000

Very satisfied

5

I am very satisfied with the service i received from Paul, my case was delt with swiftly and professionaly! Thank you!

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A representative from Blacks Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2025

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear Paul handled your case swiftly and professionally.

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Michael
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July 02, 2025 20250702010000

Great experience

5

I had a great experience with Paul and Phillip from their team very quick support and exceptional friendly I highly recommend them

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A representative from Blacks Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2025

Thanks for the kind words! We're happy Paul and Phillip could provide quick, friendly support. Your recommendation means a lot!

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Ian
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July 01, 2025 20250701010000

Would strongly recommend

5

Paul Kelly provides clear, timely and extremely useful advice. I would strongly recommend him to individuals in need of advice on an employment related dispute.

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Jeff
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May 23, 2025 20250523010000

Would definitely recommend

5

I worked with Paul to reach a financial settlement with my employer and was really impressed. He responded quickly throughout and offered clear, sound advice that helped me navigate the process with confidence. Professional, efficient, and clearly knowledgeable, would definitely recommend.

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Michael
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May 11, 2025 20250511010000

Extremely helpful

5

Paul and Employment team were extremely friendly, helpful, and very quick off the mark in providing the guidance and advice in navigating through a Settlement Agreement. Excellent service and I would highly recommend.

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Billy
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April 25, 2025 20250425010000

Would highly recommend

5

I received first class service from Paul, and would highly recommend Blacks Solicitors

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Robyn
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March 19, 2025 20250319000000

Thank you Paul

5

Friendly, quick and concise advice from Paul Kelly

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Paul
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March 15, 2025 20250315000000

Excellent throughout

5

I was recommended Blacks Solicitors by an ex- colleague and their whole team have been excellent throughout, especially Paul Kelly who led everything to a satisfactory conclusion.

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5

Great service, I have been waiting for long and Paul and his team have done it! Thanks Blacks Solicitors

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We're grateful for your review and kind words. It’s rewarding to know our work had a positive impact.

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5

Blacks LLP are the only solicitors I will use because I trust them. For most of us when it comes to the matter of law we don't have a clue and guessing is not an option. I met Euan Lawrence years ago and the trust was instant a great man that cares about people, someone I know I can trust.
On this occasion I was looked after by Paul Kelly. I had a very tight deadline of a few days and Paul was efficient and professional at every step, another gentleman I know I can trust.
Having Euan and Paul shows Blacks LLP have built a business around people you can trust and I would recommend Euan, Paul, and Blacks LLP to anyone needing advice with legal matters.

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5

I have dealt with Paul Kelly and he was fantastic. I can't recommend him and his team highly enough.

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About Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly is a Partner at Blacks Solicitors LLP and Head of the Employment Law team. Having practiced exclusively in employment law since 2005, Paul is regarded as an experienced practitioner who is known for his common sense approach to dealing with employment disputes and his focus on achieving the best commercial outcome for his clients. He specialises in advising on redundancy, restructuring, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and employment litigation, and has particular expertise in advising on and negotiating exit strategies on behalf of employers and employees. He is recognised by the Legal 500 as being a “phenomenal lawyer”, “personable” and “technically strong.” Paul is also a visiting lecturer at the University of Law.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Paul Kelly

Address

Blacks Solicitors LLP

City Point

29 King Street

LS1 2HL



Phone 01132070000

Website

Education

School Name

Major

Degree

Graduated

University of Leeds

Law

LLB

2000

College of Law (York)

Legal Practice Course

LPC

2001

Resume

LICENSE

Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/09/04

13/08/25

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Compliance Officer for Legal Practice

Blacks Solicitors LLP

?-present

Partner

Blacks Solicitors LLP

?-present

Head of the Employment Law Team

Blacks Solicitors LLP

?-present