CM Murray LLP > London, England > Firm Profile

‘A tight, relentless focus on its key areas differentiates CM Murray from its rivals. The firm has gone out of its way to assemble an impressive, multifaceted collaboration of experts in employment and partnership law. In the latter area particularly, they are one of a very small number of firms with exceptional capabilities in the UK.’

‘Clare Murray is a force of nature and a truly exceptional lawyer. Corinne Staves and Zulon Begum are two of only four or five UK lawyers who I believe are unreservedly capable of advising on partnership and governance matters in a complex merger. Andrew Pavlovic’s experience practicing within the SRA places him uniquely to advise on disciplinary and regulatory matters.’

‘Their team are leaders fully immersed in their chosen practice areas. This makes them an easy recommendation knowing that the personality being matched will both quickly pick up the matter and have the knowledge and resource to deal with promptly. Clare Murray is top of the league for partnership dispute matters. Corinne Staves is one of the top two advisors for non-contentious partnership matters. Real pleasure to work with and very personable. Zulon Begum is very experienced and a pleasure to work with. Andrew Pavlovic is a rare commodity having a regulation partner but extremely credible and knows his practice area. A real asset!’

‘CM Murray is an exceptional, stand-out practice in partnership and employment law. What’s notable is its focus and the quality of the individuals in the firm. It has carved out an truly enviable position as a go-to firm for senior corporate executives and partners in professional practices and works with some of the top members of the bar in this area. They are simply some of the best people in this area.’

‘Clare Murray is first among her peers with people skills to die for, a focused commercial approach and experience that her clients can rely on to chart the most difficult experiences. Others in the team include Corinne Staves who is a huge asset to the firm as a non-contentious expert with an encyclopedic knowledge of partnership law. Zulon Begum and Wonu Sandu are also notable members of the team.’

‘Zulon Begum has a comprehensive knowledge of partnership law and is highly responsive. Her advice is pragmatic and delivered in a friendly, down to earth manner. Sarah Chilton is also excellent.’

‘Emma Bartlett provides invaluable, clear, expert advice on complex LLP matters. I have found Emma to be a trusted advisor that can be totally relied upon. Emma who quickly gets to grips with the issue at hand and provides clear, comprehensive counsel that culturally aligns with our firm and the outcomes we are looking for as a client.’

‘Corinne Staves, is a guru in the partnership world with a strength of drafting skills and professional regulation. She is a true leader in the partnership world. Her career goes from strength to strength and she is a really strong additional to the firm.’

‘Clare Murray is simply the best if you want to get the best possible advice for senior executives, directors and founders. Merrill April knows how to handle complex matters to get high severance compensations for senior executives.’

‘A simply excellent team involved in many of the big-ticket senior executive claims.’

‘Emma Bartlett is astute and always secures the best outcomes for her client. Tenacious and innovative.’

‘The firm comprises exceptionally able, high-quality practitioners at every level. It is a clear market leader in senior executive and partnership disputes.’

‘Emma Bartlett displays great strategic and tactical nous in successfully navigating senior executive clients through the thickets of legal and regulatory challenges. I would recommend her for any senior executive and partnership dispute, especially one with a cross-border flavour. Clare Murray remains on top of her A-game.’

‘The team are skilled legal experts who work collaboratively with clients. They offer advice which is both strategic and pragmatic and their approach has been refreshing when compared to other firms. They are fully transparent on billing and costs and assist clients with budgeting in a very timely fashion.’

‘The responsiveness of the team is exceptional. They react quickly, give sound, pragmatic advice and are extremely professional in all of their communications. What sets the team apart is that they are personable and empathetic whilst still being exceptional experts in their field.’

‘Clare Murray is a very experienced litigator with a clear tactical vision. Sarah Chilton is a tough lawyer who you want in your corner David Fisher is very experienced in the field of post-termination restraints.’

‘Dependable partner-led support, genuine understanding of clients, and extremely responsive.’

‘Very responsive, knowledgeable and practical. Clients get the benefit of senior, experienced advice.’

‘A very credible offering. Their clients have the feeling of being in safe hands.’

‘Andrew Pavlovic is a very safe pair of hands. He is well versed in all matters of professional discipline, with a particular focus on SRA Regulation.’

‘Andrew Pavlovic is phenomenally knowledgeable about solicitors’ regulation, hard-working, and can get to the heart of issues quickly.’

‘Andrew Pavlovic is calm, authoritative and decisive. The go-to lawyer for any professional disciplinary matter.’

‘Andrew Pavlovic is a creative thinker who is persistent in getting the best result for his clients.’

‘Corinne Staves’ astuteness in delivering the right advice is exceptional. Ably supported by the very bright David Jones, they never let clients down.’

‘Incredibly efficient. Able to give you advice in a timely and understandable way. Fantastic. Alison Downie can work miracles – putting you at ease and advising you all at once.’

‘Claire Murray is one of the most talented lawyers I’ve ever seen. Always thinking out of the box, she provides wise advice to companies, founders and shareholders to deal with the most complex issues. Merrill April is also a very senior partner.’

‘Clare Murray stands out because of her capacity to work under high pressure and short notice.’

‘Clare Murray – Tons of experience. David Fisher – Extremely practical and to the point. Merrill April – human-feeling and pragmatic.’

‘They have great strength across a number of sectors, and because they act for both senior executives and respondent’s they know how to strategise and aware of the pressure points for claimants in litigating a case.’

‘I have had the pleasure of working with Merrill April and Yulia Fedorenko, both of whom are superb. They are hot on the law, strategic in their advice, and a pleasure to collaborate with.’

‘Emma Bartlett and Beth Hale lead the internal investigations unit, and David Fisher leads on our restrictive covenant practice. They are all outstanding practitioners, very reliable, fast and always to the point. Clare Murray is also an outstanding employment law specialist.’

‘Sarah Chilton and Beth Hale are both just excellent, ditto Clare Murray.’