Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters
United Kingdom
07 October 2025
Senior executives seek out the employment team at Stephenson Harwood for support in sensitive issues including internal investigations, sexual harassment allegations and discrimination claims. The group drafts complex remuneration provisions, and advises on deferred performance compensation. Practice head Paul Reeves advises a number of senior executives in the financial services sector on employment issues such as updating contracts, disciplinary procedures and internal investigations. Anne Pritam handles disputes and senior exits, and Richard Freedman advises private equity funds on employment aspects of investments and acquisitions.
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Testimonials
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‘The team were incredibly kind to me throughout the process ensuring that my best interests and wellbeing were looked after. The service felt personable and if they really cared, rather than me just being another client / number. Their expertise and thoughtfulness around the process really showed and they got me a result I didn’t think I could get.’
‘Both Anne Pritam and Eirini Haidemenos were extremely conscientious throughout the process and felt like they cared, comforting me and making me feel a valued person.’
Key clients
- Colin Mackenzie
- Lilley Plummer Risks Ltd
- Tanweena Chowdhury
Work highlights
Advised the shareholders of Lilley Plummer Risks Ltd on its sale to Goldman Sachs-backed insurance intermediary, The Clear Group. The deal values Lilley Plummer Risks at £76 million.
Advised Director of Investment Management on his departure from leading private bank Arbuthnot Latham.
Advised a high-ranking civil servant on a dispute with her employer the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.
Practice head
Paul Reeves
Other key lawyers
Anne Pritam; Richard Freedman; Eirini Haidemenos