What Do Sex Discrimination Solicitors Do?
No one should face unfair treatment at work because of their sex. Whether you’ve been denied a promotion, paid less than a colleague, or faced harassment, the law is on your side. Our sex discrimination solicitors help employees challenge discrimination and secure the justice and compensation they deserve.
We support clients remotely, providing expert legal guidance to stop unfair treatment and protect your career.
- Understand your rights against direct and indirect discrimination [LINK - Employment discrimination and the law | Winston Solicitors UK].
- Challenge unfair pay, missed promotions, or harassment.
- Claim compensation for financial loss and injury to feelings.
- Get expert advice on raising a grievance or taking legal action.
- Receive support remotely, ensuring your case is handled with care.
Standing Up for Fairness at Work
Sex discrimination can be subtle or overt, but its impact is always damaging. You might feel isolated, undervalued, or angry. We understand. With over 4,000 five-star reviews, Winston Solicitors has a proven track record of supporting employees who have been treated unfairly.
Sex discrimination claims often result in significant compensation, as there is no upper limit on the financial award a tribunal can grant. Recent tribunal statistics show that the average award for a sex discrimination claim is £53,403 (reported in April 2025).
Winston Solicitors was recommended to me by a friend, and I now know why. Samira supported me during a difficult time and made everything feel manageable. She’s extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and great to work with. I felt supported throughout the process. I’d happily return if I needed help again and will be recommending Winston Solicitors to others. A fantastic team!
Ahroob, Client
We believe everyone deserves access to justice. Our remote service means that our sex discrimination solicitors can fight for your rights wherever you are based, ensuring you have expert legal representation without needing to visit an office.
What Is Sex Discrimination?
Sex discrimination happens when you are treated less favourably because of your sex. This protection applies to men, women, and non-binary individuals at every stage of employment, from the job advert to dismissal.
It generally falls into two categories:
- Direct Discrimination: Being treated worse specifically because of your sex (e.g., not getting a job because ‘it’s a man’s role’).
- Indirect Discrimination: When a workplace rule applies to everyone but disadvantages one sex more than the other (e.g., a requirement to work full-time which might disadvantage women with childcare responsibilities).
Your Rights & Protections
The Equality Act 2010 protects you against discrimination based on sex, marriage, gender reassignment, pregnancy, or maternity. This means your employer cannot let these factors influence decisions on hiring, pay, training, promotion, or redundancy.
You also have the right to equal pay for equal work. If you are doing the same job as a colleague of the opposite sex but are paid less without a valid reason, you may have a claim.
How Our Sex Discrimination Solicitors Can Help
We act as your shield and your voice. If you’ve been victimised for speaking up, or if you’re suffering in silence, we can help.
Discrimination cases are often complex and emotional. We cut through the noise to build a strong legal case, ensuring your employer is held accountable for their actions.
Samira Cakali, Head of Employment @ Winston Solicitors
How We Handle Discrimination Claims
Our sex discrimination solicitors will support you through a clear, supportive process.
- Assessment: We listen to your experience and identify if it meets the legal definition of discrimination.
- Grievance: We help you draft a formal grievance to your employer to try and resolve it internally.
- Negotiation: If you want to leave, we can negotiate a Settlement Agreement with compensation.
- Claim: If needed, we prepare your case for an Employment Tribunal to seek justice.
- Compensation: We fight for an award that covers your lost earnings and the emotional distress caused.
Common Questions
Can I claim for injury to feelings?
Yes. Unlike unfair dismissal, discrimination claims allow you to be compensated for the emotional distress and hurt caused, in addition to any financial loss.
Is there a time limit to claim?
Yes, strict limits apply. You typically have three months minus one day from the date of the discriminatory act to start a claim. Do not delay seeking advice.
What if I’m bullied for complaining?
This is called 'victimisation' and it is unlawful. If your employer treats you badly because you raised a discrimination concern, you can bring a further legal claim against them.
Does this apply to job interviews?
Yes. You are protected even before you are hired. If you weren’t given a job because of your sex, or if the interview questions were discriminatory, you may have a claim.
Can I claim if I’m a man?
Absolutely. Sex discrimination laws protect everyone. If you have been treated unfairly compared to female colleagues, you have the same rights to take action.
I was passed over for promotion three times in favour of less experienced male colleagues. Winston Solicitors helped me prove a pattern of discrimination and secured a significant payout.
Emma, Client
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In most Employment Tribunal cases, there are strict three month/less one day time limits within which you can issue proceedings. These time limits usually begin to run from the termination date of your employment (unfair dismissal), date of your resignation (constructive dismissal) or from the incident of discrimination.
If you try and issue proceedings outside of this three month time limit, your claim will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
Exceptions to the three month time limit include cases regarding equal pay disputes and redundancy payment disputes when claims must be issued within six months.
