Michael Wright

About me

As a Partner and Head of our Health Employment team, I lead more than 30 lawyers who advise NHS organisations and other healthcare bodies on complex employment matters.

With over 20 years’ experience, I have represented NHS England, Health Education England and numerous Trusts in high-profile cases, as well as advising private and public sector employers.

My expertise covers director-level disputes, medical staffing issues and doctors in training. I also act as an advocate in Employment Tribunals and the Employment Appeal Tribunal. I regularly draft national contracts and agreements and deliver training on workplace issues including investigations, harassment prevention and positive discrimination.

Clients describe me as approachable, knowledgeable and solution focused. What I enjoy most is helping organisations that provide vital services to manage challenges effectively.

Outside work, I coach an under-13 football team, enjoy running and the outdoors, and you may find me listening to The Stone Roses.

My experience

• Head of the Health Employment Team, managing a team of over 30 lawyers advising NHS and other health bodies on complex employment law matters.
• 20 years’ experience of represented NHS England, Health Education England, and NHS Trusts in high-profile employment cases.
• Drafted national contracts and educational agreements for foundation dentists across England.
• Successfully defended whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims in the Employment Tribunal.
• Delivered training to NHS Trusts on investigations, preventing workplace harassment and positive discrimination.
• Member of the Employment Lawyers Association and active contributor to sector training and development.