We are a specialist, multi-award winning team of solicitors, nationally recognised for our expertise in the field of Solicitors’ Professional Discipline & Regulation.

Our core work involves acting for firms and individual solicitors in SRA investigations, preparing self reports and defending proceedings before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal.

Trusted by firms, large and small, we’ve been serving the legal profession across the UK for in excess of 30 years. Our team is renowned for delivering high quality and cost-effective legal services. As one of the only firms in the country to specialise in Solicitors’ Professional Discipline & Regulation, we believe that we understand the field like no other - giving you the edge when seeking the best possible outcome.

'Murdochs Solicitors  has a niche team specialising in defence of solicitors' professional discipline proceedings. The firm has particular expertise in SDT matters, SRA forensic investigations and voluntary practice closures. It is experienced in providing advice on interventions and appeals. Solicitors' regulation is Murdochs' specialist field and they enjoy sensible relationships with the SRA, SRA representatives and the SDT. The team's analytical skills are very good and they deal with issues in plain English. The team are proactive and attentive and have a full depth of knowledge.' Chambers UK 2026

We have been consistently ranked as a leader in the field of Professional Discipline by Chambers & Legal 500 for many years. Our three-strong team, Andrew Blatt, Robert Forman and Nick Trevette are all well-known on the circuit as leading advisers.

'Murdochs Solicitors' professional discipline and regulation team focuses on and is experienced in defending solicitors and other legal professionals facing regulatory investigations and disciplinary proceedings. The group is known for representing not just individuals, but also prominent firms facing proceedings. Andrew Blatt leads the team, with broad experience extending throughout the legal sector, and a niche specialism in managing voluntary practice closures to avoid intervention. Elsewhere, Robert Forman and Nick Trevette both regularly appear before the Solicitors’ Disciplinary Tribunal, acting for clients in a range of matters.’ Legal 500 UK 2026

We were established in the City of London in 1984, before relocating to, what is now an administrative hub, in London E11. Our nationwide practice sees us represent firms and individual solicitors in all parts of England & Wales. In 2024 we joined forces with the professional disciplinary team at Richard Nelson LLP strengthening our resources.