Professional Discipline
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
About
Provided by Murdochs Solicitors
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.
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.
Chambers Review
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.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has significant professional contacts. Their service levels and responsiveness couldn't be better."
"It has a complete set of fee earners able to deal with every situation."
"The team has significant professional contacts. Their service levels and responsiveness couldn't be better."
"It has a complete set of fee earners able to deal with every situation."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Blatt focuses his practice on professional discipline matters in the legal sector. He frequently defends solicitors facing SRA investigations and SDT proceedings.
"Andrew has great knowledge of the law and is proactive and great with clients. He is making a big contribution to the professional discipline world."
Robert Forman possesses a strong reputation within the legal services regulatory sector due to his excellent track record of defending legal professionals in SDT proceedings. He is also adept at helping firms avoid SRA intervention following solicitor misconduct.
"Robert always delivers an excellent level of service and understanding of what is required."
"Robert's warm, non-judgemental manner, combined with a shrewd and insightful intellect made a troubling time slightly more bearable."
"Robert has great knowledge of the law. He is a details person and hits the nail on the head quickly."
Nicholas Trevette is well regarded for his expertise in SRA investigations and SDT defence. He regularly acts on behalf of law firms and legal professionals.
"Nick is very hands-on and wonderful with clients; they love him. He is very effective at reaching agreements with the SRA too."
"Nicholas is the most experienced defence solicitor and deals with solicitor disciplinary cases. He has good relationships with authorities and is highly thought of."
"He's a fantastic solicitor with enormous experience."
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