An overview of our services. No fuss, just facts.
About us.
Sherrards is a law firm made up of talented lawyers and an excellent wider team that keeps the whole place running smoothly.
Our philosophy is to keep things straightforward. Advice is pragmatic and matters are handled with little fuss. We find this refreshingly obvious approach attracts clients tired of people making things more complicated than they need to be.
Our firm is not perfect. But we try to do the right things. We run an active diversity and inclusivity programme and take care to ensure our behaviour has a positive impact on the environment and wider society.
We are based from our two offices in London and St Albans, but our team is set up to work in an agile way from anywhere.
Alasdair McMillin Managing Partner alasdair.mcmillin@sherrards.com
Covering all the aspects. Just as you’d expect.
Ourcommercialpropertyteam undertakesthefullspectrumof instructionsincludingplanning development,investment, acquisitionsanddisposals,and assetmanagement.
Wespecialiseinservicingoffice,industrial andinvestmentpropertybusinesses,and alsoactformanylong-standingandhighprofileclientsinseveralareas,including developersandtheircustomerswho regularlyseekouradviceonallaspectsof financialtransactions.Thisincludesreal estatefunding,corporatefinance,lending securityandrecovery,anddispute resolution.
Wesupportyouwithanentrepreneurial, commercialandconsideredapproach, drivingtransactionsenergeticallyand decisivelytomeetyourdeadlinesand objectives.Ourcommunicationswillbe clearandconcise,avoidingunnecessary legallanguageandface-to-facewhere possibleoftenmoreefficientthan negotiatingbye-mail.
Ourexperiencehelpsusunderstandyour businessquicklyandtailorourserviceto suit.This,webelieve,isoneofthereasons whyclientsstaywithusandkeepcoming back tous
ClientTestimonial: “Verygood,approachableandcommercial. Theyschooltheotherfirms.”
Fendt Head of Department terry.fendt@sherrards.com
Terry
TeamLead
A businesslike approach, appropriately.
Wewillbringclaritytoyourcorporate challenges,understandyour objectivesandprovidepracticaladvice tohelpyouachievethem.Ourpartnerledsupportwillreflectwhereyouare onyourjourney,thedynamicsofyour business,yourprioritiesand deadlines.
Ourcorporateexpertswillhelpyou navigatesmoothlythroughyourday-to-day concernsandthelandmarkevents,suchas settingupyourcompany,fundingrounds, mergersandacquisitionsandrestructuring. We’llbehappytoworkwithyourtrusted advisorsorsuggestpeopleandfirmswe confidentlyrecommend.
Whetheryou’resettingupyourfirst business,expandingyourgroupof companiesorembarkingonajointventure, wewilladviseyouonthemostsuitable structure.Thismightbeaprivatecompany, limitedliabilitypartnership,basic partnershipornot-for-profitcompany.Our teamwillprovideacost-effective,efficient incorporationserviceandliaisewithyour accountantsandtaxadvisors.
ClientTestimonial: “Averyprofessionalandexperienced team.”
Terry Fendt Head of Department terry.fendt@sherrards.com TeamLeads
Jean-Paul da Costa Partner jeanpaul.dacosta@sherrards.com
Leigh Head Partner leigh.head@sherrards.com
Making employment issues rather less laborious.
Wewillsupportyouthroughevery stageoftheemploymentrelationship. Weprovidecommercialandpragmatic advice,withafocusonidentifying solutionsratherthanproblems.We wanttohelpyourbusinessachieveits objectives.
How we can help you:
Recruitment
Corporate Immigration
Contracts, Policies and Procedures
Pay and Benefits
Performance and Absence
Leave Entitlements
Equality and Diversity
Disciplinary and Grievances
Redundancy and Restructure
TUPE
Dismissals and Settlement Agreements
Disputes and Employment Tribunal
Claims
Post-Termination Restriction
ClientTestimonial:
“Thecombinationofmarket-leadingtechnical skill,decadesofexperienceandaformidable clientcentredapproachiswhatmakesthe SherrardsEmploymentTeamworld-class.” Terry
Fendt Head of Department terry.fendt@sherrards.com
Mark Fellows Head of Department mark.fellows@sherrards.com
We won’t let a dispute become a drama.
Disputesareinevitable;thestress associatedwiththemisnot.Wedoour utmosttominimisethepressureby takingacommercialandpracticalview and,wheneverpossible,byusing alternativeroutestoresolutionsuchas mediation.
When litigation is unavoidable, you’ll find us tenacious, determined and effective. We can handle your dispute whatever its scale and complexity, whether it’s a multi-jurisdictional action in the High Court or debt recovery, fraud, financial services or a contractual dispute in the County Courts.
We’ll also aim to reduce the distraction of an ongoing dispute, being accessible and responsive, keeping you up to date with progress and being open and realistic about risk. You can depend on us to achieve the best possible results at the most effective cost; we are widely recognised for it.
We can advise you on any aspect of contentious corporate and personal recovery and insolvency. Our specialist team will guide you through bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructuring and rescheduling, and winding up proceedings.
We act for, among others: Insolvency practitioners
Banks
Senior lenders
Directors
Individuals Creditors
Terry Fendt Head of Department terry.fendt@sherrards.com TeamLead
Mark Fellows Head of Department mark.fellows@sherrards.com
Paul Marmor Head of Department paul.marmor@sherrards.com
ClientTestimonial: “Thecombinationofmarket-leading technicalskill,decadesofexperience andaformidableclientcentred approachiswhatmakestheSherrards EmploymentTeamworld-class”
International Presence
Ourinternationaloutlookand expertisearereadytotakeonthe worldforyou.
Weprovidecomprehensivelegaladviceand supporttoUKSMEslookingtoexport overseas,andtoforeigncompaniesand highnetworthindividualssettingupinthe UKorlookingforaplatformfromwhichto launchintoEurope.
Forforeigncompaniesandindividuals,we canhelpwithinternationaldebtrecovery, theenforcementofforeignjudgmentsin theUK,depositions,crossborder insolvency,andinternationalarbitration mattersanddisputehearingsbeforethe LondonCourtofInternationalArbitration (LCIA).
Wecanalsoadviseyouontradingwithin theUKorEUandoninwardand outbound investment.
Alliesacrosstheglobe
WeareamemberoftheAlliottGlobal Alliance(AGA),aleadingmultidisciplinary allianceofindependentaccounting,lawand specialistfirms.
OurmembershipofAGA,whichhasmany officesinover90countries,allowsusto linkyoutotrusted,vettedprofessionals acrosstheworldtocoordinateyour internationalneeds.
Byworkinginclosecollaborationwithour globalAGAcolleagues,we’llensureyou havethebestadvicetonavigatecomplex tax,legal,financialandregulatoryissues.
Whetheryouaretakingyourfirststepinto anewmarketorexpandingyourcross borderoperations,AGAprofessionalsmake theworldsmallerandyourbusiness stronger
Paul Marmor Partner paul.marmor@sherrards.com
We’rethefirstportofcallforclientsin theMiddleEastandNorthAfrica
Weareoftenthefirstportofcallforclients withintheMiddleEastandNorthAfrica, successfullysupportingthemwithlitigation, disputeresolutionandwithcommercial adviceonsettingupandtradingintheUK. WealsoassistcompaniesintheUKthatare lookingtotradewithintheseregions.
Matthew Ball Partner matthew.ball@sherrards.com
MatchingyourambitionsinEastern EuropeandCentralAsia
BringingtheFarEastcloserChina& SouthEastAsia
IfyourcompanyisbasedinChina, SouthEastAsiaorTaiwan,youcanbenefit fromourprovenadviceonsettingupand tradingintheUK.Wefrequentlyassistwith litigationordisputeresolution,including enforcingforeignjudgmentsanddebt recovery.Wealsoregularlyadvise individualsfromEastAsiaandChinaon movingt th UK
Laurel Zhang Partner laurel.zhang@sherrards.com
AdvicewiththeaccentonFrance, Spain,Italy&Germany
When it comes to Eastern Europe, many will shrug their shoulders. However, we have a wealth of experience with both setting up in the region and also assisting foreign litigants with their multimillion pound disputes in the High Court.
Marta Grieve Partner marta.grieve@sherrards.com
Ourteamwillsupportyouwiththeir comprehensiveunderstandingofthelegal, commercialandculturalenvironmentsof Germany,Italy,Spain,FranceandtheUK. WecansupportyouwithPrivateWealth mattersandcanintroduceyoutoourwide networkofFrench,SpanishItalianand Germ h ill id h i specia
Nicole Marmor nicole.marmor@sherrards.com
Art&Heritage
We offer personalised advice to artists, art collectors, individuals and families who own art or heritage chattels, owners of heritage buildings, art dealers, executors and trustees. We have particular experience advising the representatives of artists’ estates
Banks&Finance
Sherrards act for domestic and international retail and investment banks, as well as financial institutions of all kinds, including trust companies. Our team includes lawyers who have worked for leading banks, and have spent much of their careers in the banking and finance sector.
Charity
Sherrards’ charity team unites our in-depth understanding of charities, social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations with years of experience in advising national and international charities as well as voluntary organisations on all aspects of their day-to-day operations.
Classic&SuperCars
Whether you’re purchasing or selling a classic or supercars, or adding to your collection, we offer insightful commercial advice on purchasing and restoration. We also advise high-value car dealers, collectors and restorers with various legal matters.
Health&SocialCare
Sherrards provides tailored legal advice to care home operators, health service providers, and investors. Our extensive experience ensures practical solutions for navigating regulatory compliance, acquisitions, restructuring, and other sector-specific challenges.
Media&Entertainment
Whether acting for household names in the music industry, top UK festivals or up-and-coming artists looking for their first deal, we have the breadth of knowledge required to advise and guide parties through all aspects of the legal process.
Retail&Leisure
We know that the retail industry is dynamic and fast paced but the current economic climate is piling on the pressure for those within it, due to demanding, unprecedented levels of change. We cover the full range of retailers’ legal needs from property/portfolio management, leases, franchising, commercial contracts, mergers, acquisitions and sales, to employment, immigration and dispute resolution.
MeettheTeam.
ArthurByngNelson Partner
arthur.byngnelson@sherrards.com
Jean-PauldaCosta Partner jeanpaul.dacosta@sherrards.com
ShaneKnight Partner
shane.knight@sherrards.com
MatthewBall Partner
matthew.ball@sherrards.com
GuyMorgan Partner guy.morgan@sherrards.com
LeighHead Partner
leigh.head@sherrards.com
StephanieKierans Partner
stephanie.kierans@sherrards.com
Transforming dilemmas into decisions.
Privatewealthcanbecomplexand demandsawiderangeofknowledge tomanageiteffectively.Weadvise manyhigh-net-worthindividualsand families,whethertheyare entrepreneursorlong-established estateswithinterestsbothintheUK andabroad.
To safeguard your assets and your lifestyle, our private wealth team works alongside our other teams to make sure we cover every pertinent aspect of your personal and business matters. This results in a seamless service, based on a deep understanding of what matters most to you.
Howwecanhelpyou:
Probate, Intestacy and Estate
Administration both domestic and crossborder
Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyships
Wills, Inheritance Tax and Estate
Planning including issues of domicile. Tax and Investment Advice centered on the establishment and administration of trusts as well as Family Investment Companies
Contentious Trusts and Estates and Private Wealth Disputes including Company Ownership Disputes
Paul
Mark Fellows Head of Department mark.fellows@sherrards.com
Nicole Marmor Partner nicole.marmor@sherrards.com
Terry Fendt Head of Department terry.fendt@sherrards.com
Head of Department paul.marmor@sherrards.com
ClientTestimonial: “Nicoleandherteamexplain everythingsowearenotconfusedby legaldocumentation.Wetrustinher completely.”
Marmor
TeamLead
Supporting You Through Life's Toughest Moments.
Familylawcanbecomplex,requiringa broadrangeofknowledgetonavigate effectively.
Our family law practice specialises in all aspects of divorce and complex financial matters, especially for high-net-worth clients. We also handle a range of children’s issues and provide support to individuals and families.
We advise high-net-worth individuals and families, whether they are entrepreneurs or managing mature businesses, landowners, professional athletes and celebrities on matters such as divorce, children, prenuptial agreements, financial settlements and asset protection across the world.
How we can help you:
Family businesses and international assets
Divorce and financial settlements
Pre- and post-nuptial agreements to include separation agreements
Property rights for unmarried individuals
Financial provision for children
Child arrangements and paternity disputes
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Court proceedings
Alex Anastasiou Legal Director alex.anastasiou@sherrards.com
TeamLead
Take the straightforward route.
Evenforthemostexperienced homeowner,developerorinvestor, buyingandsellingresidentialproperty canstillbeuncertainanddifficult.We balanceyourpersonal,legaland commercialneedstomakethe outcomesuccessful andworry-free. We handle all aspects of planning, acquiring, financing and selling properties for individuals to investment companies with large residential portfolios and fund managers engaged in their residential property transactions.
Whether it’s dealing with a property in a prime city location, a new-build home, country house or estates or an entire property investment portfolio, through agents or at auction, we will help your transaction run smoothly. As members of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme, you can be confident of our expertise.
ClientTestimonial: “Alwaysextremelyimpressedwiththe team”
This needn’t be complex. So we’ll keep it clear-cut.
Ideally,yourrelationshipwithyour employershouldbeplainsailing.Butas lifeisn’talwaysthateasy,we’llbeready tosupportyouwithreassuringly uncomplicatedadvice.
We can guide you through aspects such as unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, settlement agreements, redundancy, discrimination and disciplinary and grievance issues. Our specialist employment and HR lawyers will explain everything you want to know, to help you feel confident and empowered as an employee.
How we can help:
Provide advice on potential claims if your redundancy lacks a genuine reason or fair procedure.
Review settlement agreements to ensure they provide appropriate compensation.
Explain claims you are waiving and any restrictions (e.g., restraint of trade obligations).
Clarify disclosure rules regarding your settlement agreement.
Negotiate with your employer to secure the best outcome for you.
ClientTestimonial: “Alwaysextremelyimpressedwiththe team.”
TeamLead
Mark Fellows Head of Department mark.fellows@sherrards.com
