Employment barrister Helen Hogben, of Trinity Chambers, will chair the upcoming Manchester HR Conference, titled "Dismissal for HR: Shaping New Developments into Solution-Focused Answers for Employers," on 25 March 2026 at The Lowry Hotel. The conference aims to equip HR professionals with practical, court-proven strategies for navigating complex employee dismissals.
Hogben, a highly experienced barrister in employment and discrimination law, will deliver a keynote address and lead discussions with a panel of legal experts. The agenda includes sessions on managing obstructive behaviour, handling 'word-against-word' scenarios, accommodating neurodivergence, addressing cultural misalignment, mitigating risks from mental health-related absenteeism, and navigating redundancies involving employees on maternity leave.
Panelists include Rebecca Peck from Bexley Beaumont, Danielle Ingham from Mills & Reeve, Angela Brumpton from Gunnercooke, Mary Walker from Gordons, Bryn Doyle from Lewis Silkin, and Naeema Choudry from Eversheds Sutherland. The full-day event offers five hours of CPD and includes lunch.
Hogben, appointed Junior Counsel to the Crown in 2023 and listed as a leading Junior in the Legal 500 for seven years, emphasized the importance of staying informed on legal developments. "The world of HR is constantly evolving, and it is crucial for employers to stay informed on the latest legal developments and best practices," she said. Her notable cases and commitment to diversity underscore her role as chair.
For more information, visit the White Paper Conference website.
