CM Murray LLP
Known as an ‘exceptional firm’ CM Murray LLP offers specialist advice on multijurisdictional exit negotiation, as well as counselling on settlement packages and restrictive covenant cases. Founder and managing partner Clare Murray co-heads the team with Merrill April, who is praised for her ’razor-sharp common sense’ when handling corporate reshuffling and reviewing payout values. The firm also handles a broad range of cases including whistleblowing, gross misconduct and bullying claims. Other key team members include David Fisher and Emma Bartlett, who work on cases regarding constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claims. Sarah Chilton typically handles pregnancy harassment and contentious departure cases.
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‘Merrill April is smart with excellent technical skills combined and a razor-sharp common sense.’
‘The team at CM Murray is extremely personable, reliable, and highly pragmatic at all times.’
‘CM Murray is an exceptional firm who are a sought-after speaker team with brilliant insights.’
'Merill April is an outstanding lawyer. She has an international employment law practice with a top-notch reputation from executives to private companies.'
‘They do great high-level executive work, offering specialist advice and representation whilst also being very down-to-earth and easy to work with.’
‘Emma Barlett - brilliant partner. Great to work with - intelligent, efficient, a team player, and very down to earth. Love working with her and would highly recommend to anyone.’
Work highlights
- Advised a Chief Operating and Financial Officer on their departure from one of the FTSE 100 companies and their move to another FTSE 100 role.
- Advised a senior executive in the insurance industry on an investigation into allegations of gross misconduct and their subsequent negotiated exit.
- Advised a senior executive and founder of a global fintech company on his departure and related ownership and financial interests.
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Clare Murray, Merrill April