CM Murray LLP's professional discipline practice spans contentious and non-contentious regulatory work for solicitors and accountants. The practice is jointly led by Andrew Pavlovic, who handles disciplinary proceedings before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal and subsequent High Court appeals, and Nick Leale, who advises on sexual misconduct matters, failures in expert evidence, and SRA reporting requirements, and supports senior financial services individuals with regulatory obligations. Corinne Staves advises partners on reporting obligations, conduct concerns, and misconduct allegations, and delivers training on SRA regulation and compliance.
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- Corrine Staves is particularly hands-on, commercial, and responsive.
- Genuine intelligence, insight into regulation, and all are terrifically user-friendly. Whenever it has been urgent or critical to get it right, they have always delivered. Corinne Staves, Andrew Pavlovic, and Nick Leale are all exemplars in their fields.
- Quality, pragmatic advice. Great understanding of the regulatory environment.
- CM Murray has an outstanding professional discipline practice, combining deep sector expertise with first-rate strategic judgment and a highly client-focused approach. The team is particularly strong in complex, sensitive, and reputationally significant matters.
- Andrew Pavlovich is a standout practitioner: exceptionally knowledgeable, tactically astute, and deeply experienced in the professional discipline field. He brings calm authority, sound judgment, and real insight to every case.
- Andrew Pavlovic is a highly capable and strategic adviser, combining strong technical expertise with sound commercial judgment. He has a meticulous approach to complex and sensitive matters, quickly identifying the key issues and providing clear, pragmatic advice. Andrew is measured and persuasive in his communications, with a calm, authoritative style that inspires confidence. Responsive, thoughtful, and solutions-focused, he is a trusted adviser on demanding and high-stakes solicitors' regulatory matters. His previous experience advising the regulator really shines through and adds a level of sophistication to his advice that is rare in the market.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Andrew Pavlovic; Nick Leale
Other key lawyers
Corinee Staves