Murdochs Solicitors retains ranking in Chambers UK 2015 for its work in Professional Discipline

Basic facts about the department
– 2 partners
– 1 other qualified lawyer
– Recommended office locations: London

What the team is known for Handles professional discipline matters relating to the legal services sector. Defends solicitors in disciplinary tribunals and investigations.

Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)

“They are very commercial people who take a practical and hands-on approach.”

Notable practitioners

Andrew Blatt is hailed for his expertise in legal services regulation, especially in relation to voluntary closure matters. Sources appreciate “his deep understanding of the Solicitors Regulation Authority and his personable nature.”

Robert Forman regularly defends lawyers in disciplinary tribunals. Sources note that he is “very adept at getting directly to the heart of complex legal issues.”