Sophie Hanna
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Sophie Hanna

Associate

Sophie has experience in advising on both non-contentious and contentious employment matters. Her expertise includes handling litigation relating to discrimination, unfair dismissal and whistleblowing detriment.


In addition, Sophie has been involved in several workplace investigations concerning bullying and discrimination.

Sophie provides advice on drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies and procedures, as well as various advisory matters. She also provides advice on employment aspects of corporate transactions.

Leadership Positions And Professional Affiliations

  • Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)

Qualifications

Admissions

Admitted as a Solicitor (England and Wales), 2023

Admitted as a Solicitor (Northern Ireland), 2018


Academic

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Studies, Queen’s University Belfast, 2016 - 2018
 
LLM, Masters in Legal Science, Queen’s University Belfast, 2011 - 2013
 
LLB, Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Aberdeen, 2007 - 2011
Disclaimer
A&O Shearman was formed on May 1, 2024 by the combination of Shearman & Sterling LLP and Allen & Overy LLP and their respective affiliates (the legacy firms). Any matters referred to above may include matters undertaken by one or more of the legacy firms rather than A&O Shearman.