Dismissal appeal letter template

I am writing to formally appeal the decision to dismiss me, which was communicated to me on [date].

I was informed that [Company Name] had decided to terminate my employment on the grounds of [insert reason provided by the company; for example misconduct, capability, performance, redundancy, breach of policy, or other stated rationale].

I wish to appeal this decision because I believe that [select and explain the relevant grounds for appeal, for example:

• the decision was unreasonable based on the evidence presented;
• relevant information or mitigating circumstances were not fully considered;
• there were procedural issues with the disciplinary / capability / consultation process;
• new evidence has come to light that should be considered;
• the sanction of dismissal was disproportionate in the circumstances].

I would like the following information and circumstances to be taken into account as part of my appeal:

[Set out each point clearly and separately. This may include:]

1. Factual inaccuracies or misunderstandings
   [Explain any facts you believe were incorrect, incomplete, or misunderstood.]
2. Mitigating circumstances
   [Explain any personal, professional, or contextual factors that may have affected the situation.]
3. Procedural concerns
   [Outline any concerns regarding how the process was handled; for example insufficient notice, lack of opportunity to respond, missing evidence, or failure to follow company procedure.]
4. Additional evidence
   [Include any new information, documents, witness statements, or clarification that supports your appeal.]
5. Why dismissal was not an appropriate outcome
   [Explain why you believe a different outcome would have been more reasonable.]

In light of the above, I respectfully request that this decision be reviewed and that an appeal hearing be arranged in accordance with the company’s appeal procedure.

Please confirm in writing within 14 calendar days of the date of this letter the proposed date, time, and arrangements for the appeal hearing.

I look forward to your response.