Murdochs Solicitors maintained its top ranking as a specialist firm of professional discipline solicitors in the 2023 edition of Legal 500 UK, released 28 September 2022.
Legal 500 had the following to say about us :‘Handling ‘cases with great judgement and effectiveness‘, Murdochs Solicitors focuses almost exclusively on defending solicitors and other legal professionals facing regulatory investigations and disciplinary proceedings. Senior partner and practice leader Andrew Blatt ‘demonstrates clear expertise in both the legal regulatory and practical aspects of dealing with an SRA investigation‘, in addition to acting in SDT proceedings and complex partnership disputes involving misconduct. Senior consultant Robert Forman is ‘a formidable lawyer of great integrity‘; and director Nicholas Trevette is ‘simply outstanding at every stage of a case‘.
The guide included a number of testimonials independently collated by Legal 500 :
‘Unsurpassed in solicitors’ discipline. They know everything and have seen it all. And so they can handle cases with great judgement and effectiveness.’
‘The practice is exceptional in this area because of the specific qualities and experience of the team, its hands-on approach, and the value for money the lawyers offer.’
‘Murdochs punches above its weight. Andrew Blatt, consultant Robert Forman and director Nicholas Trevette are all first class, and the firm provides a superb quality of service to its clients’.
‘Andrew Blatt demonstrates clear expertise in both the legal regulatory and practical aspects of dealing with an SRA investigation. He established a pragmatic solution to the initial concerns, and then helped navigate us through the complexities of further issues that arose. He is skilled at seeing the issues from both sides.’
‘Between them Andrew Blatt, Robert Forman and Nicholas Trevette provide a truly comprehensive service to solicitors in professional difficulties. They are totally dedicated to their clients and cover all the bases. True experts in the field and with a client-friendly approach.’
‘Robert Forman is exceptionally bright, tells it like it is, and wins more cases because of it. If you’re a solicitor and the SRA comes knocking at your door, you definitely want the person who answers the door to be Robert Forman. He is a formidable lawyer of great integrity and gives clear-headed advice even in the most difficult of circumstances, which regulatory matters often are.’
‘Nicholas Trevette has unique experience both as an investigator and lawyer, which gives him an exceptional ability to assess the progress of any investigation into professional discipline and make the best tactical decisions at every stage.’
‘Nicholas Trevette is simply outstanding at every stage of a case and I would not hesitate to recommend him, particularly when the issues may potentially involve proceedings in criminal law. He works tirelessly on behalf of his clients, is always available to them, and offers a personal touch that is always welcomed. He gains the trust of those he works with, as well as his clients, by always communicating directly, immediately and with sensitivity. I thoroughly recommend him.’
If you want us on your team, e-mail professional.discipline@murdochslaw.co.uk or speak to Andrew Blatt on 07973 752498, Robert Forman on 07976 562236 or Nick Trevette on 07976 795014.