Alex Pearce

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Alex Pearce is a highly experienced employment lawyer and Head of the Employment Team at Pinney Talfourd. He advises employers, business owners, senior executives and partnerships on all aspects of employment law, including complex disputes, strategic HR matters, and business-critical exits. Known for his pragmatic, results-focused advice, Alex is trusted by clients to navigate sensitive workplace issues while protecting their commercial interests. He is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.

Alex acts for a wide range of clients across sectors including professional services, transportation, construction, entertainment and technology. He is frequently instructed in high-stakes Employment Tribunal claims and has particular expertise in discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal cases. He also has significant experience in Employment Appeal Tribunal matters. Alex also works closely with the firm’s Corporate Team on transactions where employment issues arise.

He is highly experienced in negotiating settlement agreements on behalf of both employers and senior employees, ensuring favourable terms while preserving reputation and future prospects. His dual perspective, having acted extensively for both employers and employees, gives him a tactical advantage in resolving disputes efficiently.

Alex joined Pinney Talfourd in 2010 and qualified as a solicitor in 2012. He was promoted to Senior Associate in 2017 and made Partner in 2025. Earlier in his career, he worked at a leading national Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm, where he was involved in high-profile litigation -including a whistleblowing case against an NHS Trust reported in The Independent and by the BBC.

Recognition

  • Recommended in The Legal 500 UK since 2015
  • Recognised in The Legal 500 UK as a Next Generation Lawyer since 2017 and Rising Star since 2021
  • Recognised in The Legal 500 UK as a Next Generation Partner in 2025
  • Under Alex’s leadership, the Employment Team was shortlisted for Legal 500 UK Awards – HR Firm of the Year (Regional)

EXPERTISE

For business, Alex’s expertise covers:

For individuals, Alex’s expertise covers:

BADGES & AWARDS

Alex is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.

He has been personally recommended in the Legal 500 UK since 2015. He has also recognised as a Next Generation Lawyer in the Legal 500 UK since 2017 and a Rising Star since 2021.

Under Alex’s leadership the Employment Team was shortlisted for the Legal 500 2018 Awards, Human Resources Firm (Regional) of the year.

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

Outside of work, Alex is a keen runner and has completed the Brighton Marathon and multiple half-marathons to support the firm’s Charity of the Year. He also enjoys travelling and exploring new cultures.

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Qualifications & memberships

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"The service was excellent. Alex is wonderful, very helpful, knowledgeable and professional in a caring manner."

Mrs F Lattimer, Chelmsford

"The service provided by you helped me through a very difficult time. Your communication skills and efficiency can only be described as excellent and I will not hesitate to recommend you to others in the future."

Sharron Howard, Basildon

"I found Alex Pearce very friendly and knowledgeable, and I felt that my case was in very good hands."

Tania Barrett, Hornchurch

"Alex Pearce from the Hornchurch branch handled my case in an excellent and professional manner and would highly recommend him and Pinney Talfourd to anyone in the future."

Mrs M, Hornchurch

"I can't praise Alex enough. He was extremely efficient, honest about my chances, and very thorough. I will definitely recommend him to others and use him in future."

Mrs G, Hornchurch

"I've felt that I was in knowledgeable and capable hands in my dealings with the firm and Alex, who has been brilliant in talking me through employment-related matters and reviewing contracts. I would highly recommend Alex and the firm for their expertise and wonderful customer service. I learned a lot from you, Alex, and I also appreciate that whilst I did not take all of your advice you respected my wishes and did a great job with my redundancy. I also felt a lot more confident for having you read through the contract given me by my current employer. Thank you for a great service."

Mr Volker, Basildon

"This is the second time I've consulted Alex Pearce on an employment matter and I wouldn't hesitate to do so again. He considers each case from a number of angles and gives excellent advice to steer you in the right direction."

Mrs P, Hornchurch

I worked with Alex Pearce at short notice to review -over the Christmas period- my Compromise Agreement. Alex was refreshingly prompt, concise and communicative. Our assignment, albeit simple and uncomplicated, was concluded with the minimum of fuss. A good advertisement for the practice.

Mr G, Essex

"Alex Pearce has very good commercial and legal judgment, with a sense of what a tribunal is likely to consider, and where the strengths and weaknesses lie."

Legal 500 2023

"Alex Pearce is without question one of the most knowledgeable solicitors I have met. He ensures I have all the information to hand in order to make the correct decisions. I have every faith in him and would not look to find support or advice elsewhere."

Legal 500 2023