Mehran Kamranfar
Associate
Mehran is an employment lawyer with significant experience advising clients on complex global employment matters, including in the UK and across the GCC.
Associate
Mehran is an employment lawyer with significant experience advising clients on complex global employment matters, including in the UK and across the GCC.
Languages - English
Jurisdictions - England & Wales; DIFC and ADGM
Mehran specialises in advising clients across a wide range of private and public sectors including banking and finance, technology, infrastructure, and energy. His practice is particularly valued by businesses navigating employment challenges both locally and globally.
Mehran has extensive experience in transactional employment matters, contentious disputes, and advisory work. He regularly advises on the employment aspects of M&A, carve-outs, restructurings, terminations and reductions in workforce, discrimination and whistleblowing claims, global employment audits, and ensuring compliance with local and cross-border regulations.
Clients benefit from Mehran's calm, commercial approach and his ability to deliver efficient, pragmatic solutions that consider both local nuances and global implications. Known for his legal expertise, responsiveness, and strategic insight, Mehran helps businesses manage risk, resolve disputes effectively, and support workforce changes while maintaining operational efficiency. Mehran is trusted for his clear communication and focus on practical outcomes in high-stakes, complex matters.
Global technology company
Advised on a multi-jurisdictional carve-out involving the transfer of employees across 24 jurisdictions, including parent-to-subsidiary moves, terminations, and post-transfer sale of the subsidiary entity. Handled employment due diligence, risk assessment, and compliance in a complex international restructuring.
Med-Tech business acquisition
Led employment advice on a share purchase for the buyer, including comprehensive due diligence, preparation and negotiation of ancillary employment documents, and guidance through to completion on all employment-related matters.
Global employment audit
Conducted a global employment audit for a US security business across several jurisdictions, identifying compliance risks, recommending policies, and advising on remuneration structures.
UK retail business
Advised on the closure of multiple sites in a UK operation, developing exit strategies, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements, and minimising risks during the process.
Defending complex employment tribunal claims
Successfully defended businesses against multifaceted claims involving discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing allegations, managing tribunal proceedings, evidence strategy, and settlement negotiations.