Navigate ACAS conciliation with confidence. Understanding the true value of your employment claim is crucial before entering ACAS conciliation. Our experienced employment lawyers will guide you through each stage, from valuing your claim to securing the best possible settlement. Before filing a claim with an employment tribunal, you must first notify ACAS as part of the mandatory pre claim conciliation process. However, their conciliation officers cannot advise on the merits or value of your claim. We’ll help you make informed decisions by: Providing a detailed assessment of your claim’s potential value Developing effective settlement strategies tailored to your specific situation Supporting you throughout discussions with ACAS and your employer Our practical approach helps protect your interests and avoid the common pitfall of accepting less than your claim may be worth. We’ll ensure you have the knowledge and support needed to negotiate from a position of strength. ACAS & COT3 Settlement / ET1 Form Guidance How we can help with your ACAS claim? We can help you to understand the value of your potential claim and advise on settlement tactics that may help to maximise both the prospects of achieving a settlement and obtaining the best possible terms. We can also advise you on the written settlement document (known as a COT3), which is a legally binding document that precludes you from making any further claim against the Respondent/your employer. For example, you may want to agree non-financial benefits as part of the COT3 (e.g. the terms of any reference) If this is the case, it is important to incorporate these aspects into the COT3 document. What to do when early conciliation is unsuccessful If early conciliation is not successful either because your employer refuses to engage in the process or a settlement figure cannot be agreed, you may decide to file an Employment Tribunal claim. If you wish to proceed on this basis, we can support and assist you in preparing your claim form (called an ET1) and subsequent necessary documents (such as a schedule of loss and witness statements). We can also represent you at any Employment Tribunal hearing (or arrange for a barrister to do so if appropriate). Get in touch Contact Mel McCrum Partner, Head of Department Employment 01737 854500 Message Connect On this page Contact our Employment team to find out more Get in touch
