Walker Morris LLP operates a high-calibre health and safety practice, noted for its focus on complex, high-value matters. The firm frequently acts for household names and is trusted by leading global law firms to advise on UK operations. Stuart Ponting regularly leads on fatal accident cases and high-risk transactional matters. Rachel Turnbull is a key figure for contentious matters, noted for her successful defence work and strategic input on corporate deals. Mike Cordeaux supports across contentious and advisory matters, including regulatory investigations and cross-border transactions.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Stuart Ponting is good. Experienced, outcome-focused and reasonable to deal with.’

  • ‘The team at Walker Morris offers its clients the complete package. First-class legal skills and in-depth knowledge of their cases leads to innovative and exemplary advice.’

  • ‘Stuart Ponting is a leader in this field. He is the "safest pair of hands" in the sector. Every case receives the highest possible attention to detail, legal analysis and first rate advice. Everyone should use him.’

Key clients

  • Kone PLC
  • Galldris Services Limited
  • Enablelink Limited
  • Hovis Limited
  • Erith Contractors Limited
  • Leeson Polyurethanes Limited
  • Erith Plant Services Limited
  • Stonebridge Homes Limited
  • Adler & Allan

Work highlights

Advising Galldris Services Ltd in relation to a fatal accident during infrastructure works.
Advising one of the UK's HE Colleges on a complex whistleblowing (H&S) investigation involving the College's senior leadership team.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Stuart Ponting

Other key lawyers

Rachel Turnbull; Mike Cordeaux