UK employment law information and advice

About UK employment law information and advice

Welcome to the CM Murray LLP podcast channel where we discuss a wide range of topical issues in relation to partnership and employment law. CM Murray LLP is a leading partnership, employment and regulatory law firm based in London. We advise US and UK law firms and partners, hedge fund and investment management partners, US and other multi-national employers, senior executives and founders on a range of UK partnership and employment law issues.

Publisher

CM Murray LLP

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Nov 2017

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

166 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Oct 2026

   Whistleblowing, Sexual Harassment and Interim Relief: What Employers Need to Know - Ten-Minute Talk

   In this Ten-Minute Talk, Associate Ioana Jelea and Partner and General Counsel Beth Hale discuss interim relief in sexual harassment cases following the Employment Rights Act 2025 reforms. They explore why this area has become a significant risk for employers and why interim relief is increasingly being viewed as one of the most powerful remedies available to claimants. If you are an employer, HR professional or adviser dealing with whistleblowing or workplace investigations, this is a must-listen. Key discussion points from this Ten-Minute Talk include: - How the Employment Rights Act 2025 has expanded whistleblowing protection to include disclosures relating to sexual harassment. - Why sexual harassment complaints may now give rise to interim relief applications and what this means in practice for employers. - What interim relief is, why it is often described as a "nuclear weapon" in employment litigation, and the high threshold claimants must satisfy to obtain it. - The potentially significant financial consequences for employers where interim relief is granted. - Practical steps employers can take to reduce risk. As whistleblowing protections continue to evolve and interim relief applications become more common, employers should ensure they are prepared to respond effectively to sexual harassment disclosures and the litigation risks that may follow. If you would like to discuss sexual harassment disclosures, whistleblowing protections, interim relief applications, or any questions arising from this recording, please contact Ioana Jelea or Beth Hale.

2. 

   4 Aug 2026

   Compensation, Culture and Competition: Balancing Reward, Governance and Growth

   The market for lateral partner talent continues to place significant pressure on law firms on both sides of the Atlantic. Compensation is increasingly being used as both a recruitment and retention tool, raising important questions about culture, governance and long-term firm strategy. In this podcast, CM Murray LLP Partners Zulon Begum and David Fisher are joined by Lisa Smith, Founding Principal at Fairfax Associates, to discuss how law firms in the UK and US are responding to these challenges and what firms can do to attract and retain key talent whilst protecting collaboration, culture and long-term stability. Watch the podcast here or listen here. Key discussion points include: - The changing role of partner compensation and the growing pressure on firms to move away from traditional lockstep models. - The impact of the lateral hiring market on partner retention, culture and partnership dynamics. - How firms are balancing individual reward and collaboration, including the increasing use of discretionary bonus pools, performance-based metrics and expanded origination credit models. - The governance and legal issues arising from compensation decisions, including performance management, transparency, partner disputes and discrimination risks. - Strategies for managing partner exits and team moves, including notice periods, garden leave, restrictive covenants and good/bad leaver provisions. - The different approaches taken by UK and US firms to partner mobility and retention, and the challenges this creates for international firms. - The impact of cross-border mergers and globalisation on partner expectations, remuneration structures and firm-wide collaboration. If you would like to discuss partner compensation, partner retention, lateral hiring, partnership governance or any of the issues raised in this podcast, or if you have any questions, please contact Zulon Begum, David Fisher or Lisa Smith.

3. 

   23 Jul 2026

   Are You PE Curious? Part 1: Why Take PE Investment and Let’s Bust Some Jargon

   Private equity is no longer a theoretical conversation for law firms - it’s happening. But what it actually involves, and what it means in practice, is often less well understood. In this first episode of PE Curious, Corinne Staves is joined by Fredrik Bürger and Mike Strotz of EY-Parthenon, and Zulon Begum and Nick Leale of CM Murray LLP, to discuss the reality behind the headlines - from why PE is interested in the legal sector, to how deals are structured, and what it means for partners. Key takeaways: - Why PE is focusing on law firms: A fragmented market and a well-established investment model make legal services a natural next step. - A different way of being paid: Moving from full profit distribution to a salary + equity model is a fundamental shift - financially and culturally. - Structure comes early: Many firms will need an ABS structure, with legal and regulatory considerations shaping the process from the outset. - Diligence goes both ways: Investors will scrutinise financials, risk and performance - but firms also need to be clear on who they are partnering with. - What drives value: The fundamentals still apply: growth, profitability, quality of earnings, scalability and talent - with increasing focus on data and AI. - Alignment is critical: Partner buy-in can’t be assumed. A clear strategy and strong leadership are essential. - Regulation shapes the timeline: SRA approvals and ownership requirements can add complexity and delay if not addressed early. If you have any questions following this recording, or would like to talk through PE investment in the context of your firm, please do get in touch with Corinne Staves, Zulon Begum or Nick Leale at CM Murray LLP, or Fredrik Bürger and Mike Strotz at EY-Parthenon. Corinne Staves is ranked as a “Star Individual” by Chambers and Partners UK 2026 for Partnership: Non-contentious: “One of the absolute leaders in the field on both contentious and non-contentious matters, regulatory and litigation.” Zulon Begum is ranked Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK 2026 for Partnership: Non-contentious: “Zulon is extremely responsive and has a solid handle on the challenges of pressure and in the regulatory environment that we have been dealing with.” ”She is calm and confident and gives the sense and feeling of really knowing the topic and the market, which is very important.” Nick Leale is recommended by Legal 500 2026 for Professional Discipline: "Partner Nick Leale is a great addition to the team. He is knowledgeable, approachable, and puts all his efforts into getting results for his clients.” CM Murray LLP is ranked Tier 1 for Partnership by Legal 500 2026: “This practice is unique due to its very specific focus on partnership matters and related transactions.” #privateequity #lawfirms #professionalservices #PE #partnershiplaw

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• Adam Sher
• Clare Murray
• Corinne Staves
• Zulon Begum
• Emily Kaufer

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