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Sentencing Reform in Practice: Release and Community Sentences under the Sentencing Act 2026

The Sentencing Act 2026 introduces wide-ranging reforms to sentencing, prisoner release and offender management in England and Wales. While some provisions came…
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Investigation Stopped Before Charge: How Pre-Charge Engagement and Early Defence Action Protected a Respected Professional’s Career

The most important stage of a criminal case can come before any charge is made. Andy Rootsey explains how acting early secured…
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Murray Hughman attending the LCCSA European Conference in Lisbon

Murray Hughman are very much looking forward to attending the London Criminal Courts Solicitors Association (LCCSA) European Conference in Lisbon this weekendA…
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CEO cleared: Not Guilty verdicts entered against City professional accused of sexual assault following extensive pre-trial submissions on the evidential test submitted by the Defence

Andy Rootsey acted for his client, a chief executive, who lost his Board seats, Directorships and was threatened with the complete loss…
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Crown offer no Evidence against London Professional accused of two counts of Strangulation on the eve of trial at Southwark Crown Court

Andy Rootsey acted for a London professional man, of previous good character who faced two counts of intentional strangulation and one of…
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Not Guilty on Firearms Conspiracy Charges at Wood Green Crown Court

Murray Hughman's client, SB, was acquitted by a jury at Wood Green Crown Court on serious firearms conspiracy allegations following an extended…
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Andy Rootsey on trial in absentia, following not guilty verdicts at Isleworth Crown Court in fraud trial

A Trial that begins with an empty dock is rare. A Trial that begins with an empty dock and ends in acquittal…
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Celebrating Our Newly Qualified Solicitor

We are delighted to announce that our trainee solicitor Amy Bromwich has officially qualified as a solicitor.Having joined us at the beginning…
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Murray Hughman continues to grow with two promotions in the Practice.

In accordance with the continued growth and success of Murray Hughman, the practice is delighted to announce the promotion of Lauren Mesure…
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High Court Grants Voluntary Bill of Indictment Despite Scathing Criticism of Prosecution

R v Riviere and Others  EWHC 1858 (KB) Murray Hughman acted for ALW in a rare and significant High Court judgment handed…
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Lexcel Accreditation Successfully Maintained Following Annual Review

We’re pleased to share that we have once again successfully passed our annual Lexcel maintenance assessment and continue to hold our Lexcel…
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Murray Hughman to take part in the London Legal Walk 2026

We are proud to announce that our team is taking part in the London Legal Walk 2026, joining thousands of legal professionals…
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