Nick Hurley > Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The ‘ruthlessly client focused’ team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is regarded for its commercial support, with an impressive roster of high-profile clients. The firm, offering a ‘high level of knowledge and experience’, has in-depth sector experience advising charities and not-for-profit organisations, as well as gaming companies and financial service providers. The practice, based in Guildford, is led by Nick Hurley, a ‘fierce, commercial, and excellent negotiator’, and Ben Smith, who is regarded for his client relationships. Emily Chalkley and Rachel Hearn are both praised for their commercial acumen and regularly assist corporate clients on the full gamut of employment matters.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP‘s cross-departmental partnership team advises partnerships, individual partners, and private equity funds on regulatory matters, transactions, employment law, partnership disputes, and investments. The group is led by Charlie Ring who concentrates on assisting clients from the financial services sector. Nick Hurley stands out for his experience acting before the Employment Tribunal and civil courts on matters pertaining to discrimination and whistleblowing claims.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is highlighted for its expertise in senior executive exits and severance negotiations within the financial services and private wealth sectors. Nick Hurley heads the group and is regularly relied upon by bankers, lawyers and senior professionals from the financial services sector. Michael Powner is adept at handling board-level exit negotiations and equity-related settlements. Trevor Bettany is also a key name and is frequently tasked with advising on the entries or exits of members of hedge funds and private equity houses.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP acts for major corporates and professional services firms. It also frequently manages high-value employment issues for its private wealth clients. In addition, it is recommended for its work on complex senior executives exits and severance negotiations. It works for a broad range of investment banks, asset and management businesses, as well as other entities including hedge funds and online exchange platforms. Practice head Nick Hurley is highly regarded.