Trusted employment law specialist delivering strategic, empathetic advice for employers and individuals

Laura Salmond is a Partner specialising in employment law, with over 20 years’ experience advising businesses and individuals across Scotland. She is widely recognised for her expertise in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters and for delivering practical, commercially focused solutions in high-stakes situations.

What She Does

Laura advises on the full spectrum of employment law issues, including high-level and high-value exit agreements, complex whistleblowing and discrimination claims, business restructures, TUPE transfers and restrictive covenants.

She acts for both employers and employees, giving her a balanced and strategic perspective when navigating disputes, negotiations and risk management. Her client base includes individuals, SMEs, insurers, charities and organisations operating in highly regulated or people-sensitive environments.

Why She’s Different

Clients value Laura for her calm, empathetic approach combined with deep technical knowledge of employment law. She is highly responsive and focused on understanding the wider personal, commercial and reputational context behind each issue, ensuring advice is clear, proportionate and outcome-driven.

Laura is particularly skilled at guiding clients through complex or emotionally charged matters, helping them reach resolutions that are both legally robust and practically sustainable.

Recognition & Accreditations

• Accredited Specialist in Employment Law – The Law Society of Scotland
• Certified in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – Law Society of Scotland
• Leading Partner, Employment Law (Scotland) – Legal 500 UK (2026)
• Band 3, Employment Law (Scotland) – Chambers UK (2025)
• Recommended Lawyer, Charities & Not for Profit and Sport – Legal 500 UK (2026)

Leadership & Professional Roles

• Head of the Employment Law Practice Group, Mackrell International global legal network
• Member, Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, Employment Law Group
• Member, Association of Disciplinary & Regulatory Lawyers (ARDL)
• Trustee of a mental health charity

Sectors & Special Interests

• Employment law for employers and employees
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption-related employment issues
• High-net-worth individuals
• Charities and not-for-profit organisations
• Retail and sport

Get in Touch

Mobile: +44 (0)7818 032 311
Office: +44 (0)141 225 5315