Rebecca Topping

Biography

Rebecca is a senior associate solicitor based in the firm’s discrimination department. Rebecca graduated from the University of Central Lancashire where she obtained an Undergraduate Masters in Law. Rebecca qualified into the discrimination department in March 2018 and is supervised by Maria Chadwick.

Rebecca is frequently instructed to represent both claimants and defendants in claims brought under the Equality Act 2010, in both the Employment Tribunal and County Court.

Areas of specialism

• Advising both claimants and defendants on their obligations under the Equality Act 2010 in order to prevent a claim/further legal action
• Assisting with bringing claims under the Equality Act 2010 for claimants
• Assisting with defending claims under the Equality Act 2010 for defendants
• Engaging in pre-action correspondence and negotiations for both claimants and defendants
• Advising and assisting both claimants and defendants on a wide range of employment and civil matters
• Dealing with both civil and employment litigation and dispute resolution

Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys travelling, playing netball and spending time with friends and family.

What our clients say

"I have recently had to use this solicitor’s. I had a case which was discrimination. I have been looked after and kept informed throughout my legal case so could not have been dealt with better! I would therefore recommend this solicitor’s to anyone looking for legal help in that specialising of case." - View from a satisfied client

"I cannot recommend this company highly enough. My discrimination case was handled professionally and with the utmost efficiency by Rebecca (and Rimsha) and I was regularly updated and informed of everything that was going on throughout. Any queries I had were responded to extremely swiftly and I felt reassured and confident that Stephensons were absolutely acting in my best interests at all times, from my initial contact with them right through to the successful conclusion of the matter." - View from a satisfied client

"I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to all of you for the hard work you have put in on my behalf and for being able to arrange funding from legal aid. I doubt I would have been able to reach such a favourable settlement with the respondents without your assistance, and for this I am very grateful." - View from a satisfied client

"A big thank you for your support for the past 2 years + you have worked so hard... thank you for your professionalism, patience and support, myself and my wife really appreciate all that you have done. Many many thanks." - View from a satisfied client

"My daughter and I approached Stephensons for legal help regarding a discrimination claim. I feel we couldn't have found anyone better. They were attentive, helpful and extremely diligent. We got the best possible advice which ultimately ended up with a win for us. I'd highly recommend. They are a very pleasant company to deal with. I hope not to need a solicitor again but they'd be my first call if I did." - View from a satisfied client

"Stephensons took on a legally aided case for my disabled son. The follow-up and attention to detail were excellent, despite what must have been a very limited fee under the legal aid scheme. The staff I dealt with were always polite and responsive. Highly recommended." - View from a satisfied client

"Stephensons team is straight forward, will not waste your time, give you on point advice. They’re very accurate in taking and giving instructions and timely. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of any legal assistance!" - View from a satisfied client

"I have found that all assistance I have received regarding my case has been extremely helpful and very supportive. Without the help and support of Stephensons I don't think I would have continued as it was a very stressful time. However i have been able to put closure on my past and hopefully move forward to a better future." - View from a satisfied client

"I just want to say a massive thank you to you and everyone at Stephensons for everything you've done. It was a long stressful road but with the help, hard work and support from the team it made it easier. I would highly recommend Stephensons.The time, effort, hard work and advice you put into my claim were amazing." - View from a satisfied client

"Extremely helpful, courteous and professional solicitors, Rebecca worked hard on my son's case and was very helpful and supportive in ensuring the best possible outcome." - View from a satisfied client