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Employment Tribunal Case Review

A case review gives you a frank view of your claim before you spend time and money on the wrong argument.

What the review covers

The review considers the facts, potential legal claims, time limits, evidence, value, risks and practical next steps. It is designed to help you decide whether to file, settle, prepare further evidence or seek representation.

When to get one

Get a review as early as possible, especially if dismissal, resignation, discrimination, grievance, disciplinary action or unpaid wages happened recently. Time limits can move quickly and Acas early conciliation changes the calculation.

What you receive

You receive a written assessment in plain English with strengths, weaknesses, deadlines and recommended service options. If the case is weak, the review should say so clearly.

What a good case review should say

A useful review should not simply encourage you to proceed. It should identify the strongest claims, weak points, limitation risks, evidence gaps, settlement value, next practical step and whether spending more money is proportionate.

Documents to send

Send the dismissal letter, grievance, appeal, contract, payslips, Acas certificate, ET1 draft if any, key emails, messages, medical evidence and a one-page timeline. Avoid sending hundreds of screenshots without context.

When the answer may be no

Some claims are out of time, under-evidenced, too low value or legally mismatched. A proper review should be willing to say that the better route is settlement, grievance, Acas, a limited wages claim or no claim.

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Questions people ask

How long does a ProHearings case review take:
The current ProHearings service is positioned around a 48 hour written turnaround.
Does a case review file my claim:
No. It assesses the case and recommends next steps. ET1 preparation is a separate service.
Can a case review help if I already filed ET1:
Yes. It can still identify weaknesses, evidence gaps and hearing preparation priorities.
Can I upgrade after a review:
Yes. A review can lead into ET1 preparation or advocacy if the case justifies it.

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