Employment & Pensions

London
Complementing its large London team, Charles Russell LLP has a growing presence in the South of England, with a new Cambridge office as well as practices in Guildford and Cheltenham. 'Practical' group head David Green advised on complex TUPE issues arising from the communication company Arqiva's multi-jurisdictional purchase of a BT business, while Michael Powner was instructed on MFI's sale and restructuring, including outsourcing issues. Brian Palmer is recommended for very senior executive severance matters. Clients include Caffè Nero, City & Guilds and Ntl..

Cambridge
Charles Russell LLP's Cambridge office opened in March 2007 to focus on employment. It took on Nick Sayer, Tim Tyndall and Hilary Aldred, the core of Hewitsons' team. David Green will play a lead role in the office's development.

Tim Tyndall listed as a leading individual

Cheltenham
Litigator Peter Scandrett and fellow partner Sarah Jane Turcan are leading figures in Charles Russell LLP's employment practice, which is particularly strong on contentious matters. Headline clients in 2006 included Abacus plc and Trifast plc.

Guildford
Charles Russell LLP's employment team is led by Simon McMenemy. The team advised PRG Powerhouse in its closure of 35 stores and on subsequent litigation relating to nationwide staff redundancies.

Pensions
Charles Russell LLP partner Kris Weber majors on advice to trustees and employers in relation to occupational pension schemes, with a particularly strong offering for private companies and charities. Clients describe him as 'technical', 'committed', 'pragmatic', and 'a good communicator on paper or in meetings'.