About

Lydia Reed accepted tenancy at Parklane Plowden in September 2025, following successful completion of her pupillage. She was supervised by Hylton Armstrong, Andrew Sugarman and Anna Datta.

Lydia has a keen interest in employment law. She acts for both Claimants and Respondents in preliminary hearings and multi-day final hearings. She has built a particular practice in the Scottish Employment Tribunals. This has ensured she is familiar with both examination in chief, and cross examining on her feet. Her advocacy style is confident and concise.

Prior to pupillage, Lydia represented members at the Cleaners and Allied Independent Workers’ Union. This ensured she has an understanding of Claimant work and internal grievance hearings. She is approachable and detailed in her approach to all matters. She puts clients at ease and regularly acts pro bono for Claimants through Advocate. Lydia is committed to access to justice and completed the Advocate pupil pledge during pupillage. She has also volunteered with University of Bristol Law Clinic, University of Law Employment LiP Support Service and St Mungo’s.

Her advisory work includes merits assessments, advice on prospects and advice on quantum. She cuts through bundles and identifies key issues promptly.

Lydia also practices in personal injury and clinical negligence. She regularly appears in the County Court in small claims and fast track trials for Claimants and Defendants. Lydia is also familiar with making applications per the Civil Procedural Rules.